North South’s Costa Rica & The Panama Canal group departure sails April 28th - May 9th, 2026, and you will be joined by our advisor, Anne Bird, to ensure the seamlessness of your trip.
When you think of Costa Rica, a rich culture and exquisite wildlife should be at the forefront of your imagination. This tropical paradise holds an experience for everyone. On this trip you’ll find beautiful waterfalls cascading deep within the rainforest and colourful birds singing with the wind, and much more.
The itinerary includes wildlife spotting, hiking excursions, Zodiac cruises, and visits to Coiba National Park and the Curú National Wildlife Refuge. You will also have the option of adding scuba diving, snorkeling, and paddling the coral reef to your trip.
Day 1 Arrive San Jose
Day 2 Embarkation Day
Day 3 Curú National Wildlife Refuge
Day 4 Manuel Antonio National Park
Day 5 Rio Claro Wildlife Refuge
Day 6 Gulfo Dulce
Days 7-8 Coiba National Park, Panama
Day 9 Pearl Islands
Day 10 Panama City
Day 11 Daylight Crossing of the Panama Canal
Day 12 Disembark Colon, transfer to Panama City
Learn more about Aurora Expeditions here.
Our exclusive offer for this departure starts at USD$10,865 per person for a Balcony stateroom. RSVP to join us on October 17th to learn more from Aurora’s experts themselves, or contact your North South advisor today to secure your spot on this marvelous adventure.