Why visit? Both Panama and Costa Rica are ideal destinations for the off the beaten path explorer. From forested mountains to giant lakes, picturesque Caribbean islands and some of the world’s most unique wildlife, Costa Rica offers everything a nature lover’s heart desires.
Usually, Australians start their Costa Rica tour in San Jose, Costa Rica’s capital, situated in the centre of the country. A short trip to Tortuguero can introduce you to one of Costa Rica’s most popular ecotourism destinations. Discover the canals, rivers and beaches, famous nesting grounds for seat turtles, as well as an abundance of Costa Rican wildlife, on a boat tour through this rainforest paradise.
The Arenal Volcano in the north of Costa Rica is a stunning sight and the surrounding National Park hosts a wealth of activities such as rafting, hiking and canopy tours. East from Arenal lies Monteverde, where you can witness Costa Rican flora and fauna at their most spectacular on a nature tour through the renowned Cloud Forest Reserve.
In Panama, a canal cruise can introduce you to the lush rainforests and the wildlife of this famous region, and you will have the opportunity to learn about its rich history by meeting with the ancestral Embara Indians who can give you an insight into their traditions and lifestyle.
How to get there? Generally, the easiest and quickest way for Australians to get to Panama City and San Jose is via LA on Qantas, Virgin Australia, United Airlines or Delta.
Panama City is one of Central America’s largest airport hubs and can be reached from either LA or Dallas. From Panama City it’s possible to travel to almost any destination across Central America.
More information: You'll find all of our current Costa Rica and Panama trip itineraries below.
Still wondering? Contact us—we're always here to help, so please give us a call or drop us an email and let us do the hard work for you, planning your perfect Costa Rica and Panama trip from Australia.
Why visit? Both Panama and Costa Rica are ideal destinations for the off the beaten path explorer. From forested mountains to giant lakes, picturesque Caribbean islands and some of the world’s most unique wildlife, Costa Rica offers everything a nature lover’s heart desires.
Usually, Australians start their Costa Rica tour in San Jose, Costa Rica’s capital, situated in the centre of the country. A short trip to Tortuguero can introduce you to one of Costa Rica’s most popular ecotourism destinations. Discover the canals, rivers and beaches, famous nesting grounds for seat turtles, as well as an abundance of Costa Rican wildlife, on a boat tour through this rainforest paradise.
The Arenal Volcano in the north of Costa Rica is a stunning sight and the surrounding National Park hosts a wealth of activities such as rafting, hiking and canopy tours. East from Arenal lies Monteverde, where you can witness Costa Rican flora and fauna at their most spectacular on a nature tour through the renowned Cloud Forest Reserve.
In Panama, a canal cruise can introduce you to the lush rainforests and the wildlife of this famous region, and you will have the opportunity to learn about its rich history by meeting with the ancestral Embara Indians who can give you an insight into their traditions and lifestyle.
How to get there? Generally, the easiest and quickest way for Australians to get to Panama City and San Jose is via LA on Qantas, Virgin Australia, United Airlines or Delta.
Panama City is one of Central America’s largest airport hubs and can be reached from either LA or Dallas. From Panama City it’s possible to travel to almost any destination across Central America.
More information: You'll find all of our current Costa Rica and Panama trip itineraries below.
Still wondering? Contact us—we're always here to help, so please give us a call or drop us an email and let us do the hard work for you, planning your perfect Costa Rica and Panama trip from Australia.
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