Rainforests, wildlife, and the Panama Canal
9 nights from £4,899 per person based on 2 sharing
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Few journeys can match the experience of sailing through the Panama Canal, one of the world's most extraordinary waterways. Watching the ship navigate its vast lock system offers a fascinating perspective on an engineering achievement that transformed global travel and trade. It's a front-row seat to one of the great experiences of modern exploration.
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Beyond the canal, the focus shifts to the natural wonders of Central America. The coastlines of Panama and Costa Rica are home to dense rainforests, mangrove ecosystems, and an incredible diversity of wildlife. Keep an eye out for monkeys, sloths, colourful birdlife, and marine species as you explore regions that remain largely untouched by mass tourism.
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Travelling aboard Douglas Mawson, Aurora Expeditions' purpose-built expedition vessel, brings a much more intimate and destination-focused style of cruising. With just 154 passengers on board, expert guides, and a strong emphasis on exploration, you'll enjoy a level of access and insight rarely found on larger ships. The atmosphere is relaxed and sociable, attracting travellers who are just as interested in the destination as the journey itself.
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The journey begins in Panama City, where gleaming skyscrapers sit alongside the cobbled streets of the historic Casco Viejo district. Later, in Costa Rica, the focus shifts to rainforest-covered landscapes, rich biodiversity, and a slower pace of life. Whether you're spotting colourful birdlife from the deck, watching dolphins in the distance, or exploring tropical coastlines by Zodiac, this part of the world feels wonderfully wild and full of contrast.
What’s included:
• 9-nights aboard Douglas Mawson
• 2-night pre-cruise stay in Panama City
• 1-night post-cruise stay in San José, Costa Rica
• Category C Balcony Cabin; full-board basis, including soft drinks, beer, and wine with dinner
• Speak to your Travel Counsellor about booking the best flights for you
Terms and Conditions
Subject to availability. No local charges apply. T&Cs apply. Please give me a call for further details. Price based on 2 adults sharing. Prices correct at time of posting. Offers are subject to change. I can advise on travel insurance at the time of booking.
9 nights from £4,899 per person based on 2 sharing
The Small Print
These offers are brought to you by Travel Counsellors Ltd and all are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Where we have created the package ourselves, the holiday offer will be covered under our own ATOL. Our ATOL number is 6751. Where the offer has been sourced through another tour operator, it will be protected under that tour operator's ATOL. Full details on the individual ATOL protection that applies to each holiday offer will be given at time of booking. Prices and information contained in this page are correct at the time of distribution, are subject to availability and can be withdrawn or amended at any time without notice to you. Prices shown may be subject to departure tax, ticket on departure or a passenger APC charge. Please ask your Travel Counsellor at the time of booking.
