This exclusive 16-day journey across Central America covers some of the regions most fascinating sights and is a great option for a first time tour of Central America.

Begin in Costa Rica and discover amazing wildlife in Tortuguero and admire Arenal Volcano whilst relaxing in the hot springs.

Fly to Guatemala and explore charming colonial cities, ancient Mayan ruins and mystical lakes amidst the stunning volcanic landscape.

Continue by road to Belize and explore some of the best jungle adventures in Central America.

Finally relax and enjoy the beach on one of Belize's idyllic Caye's.

Stay in charming hotels, luxury lodges and a boutique beach retreat on this private tour which can be tailored to fit your interests and budget.

Day 1: UK – San José

Fly from the UK to San Juan where you will be met and transferred to your chosen hotel.

Overnight San José.

Day 2: Tortuguero

You will be collected early from your hotel for a shared transfer to Tortuguero.

Admire the bio-diversity of this astonishingly beautiful protected area of Costa Rica as you are driven through Braulio Carrillo National Park.

Stop en-route to enjoy a delicious typical Costa Rican breakfast.

On arrival at Caño Blanco pier, board a small motorized boat and explore the Tortuguero canals on the way to your lodge, where lunch will be waiting.

In the afternoon, visit the picturesque town of Tortuguero, the Green Turtle Information Centre and the beach area.

Overnight Tortuguero. All meals included.

Day 3: Tortuguero

Tortuguero National Park consists of a network of navigable lakes, rivers and canals - a great place for observing local wildlife such as a variety of species of monkey, diverse birdlife, two and three-toed sloths, American crocodiles and caimans.  

After an early breakfast, enjoy a guided walking tour through the trails of the park when the birds and animals are at their most active.

In the afternoon, visit Tortuguero National Park to explore the natural environment further.

Overnight Tortuguero National Park. All meals included. 

Day 4: Tortuguero – Arenal area

After breakfast, take a shared boat transfer back to the pier and on to your next destination. 

The area of San Carlos offers a landscape of exceptional beauty with forests, lagoons, fields of crops, rivers with hot springs, and Costa Rica's most active volcano, Arenal.

Overnight Arenal. Breakfast and lunch included.

Day 5: Arenal area

After breakfast enjoy a walk in the Hanging Bridges area.    

The Hanging Bridges are located within the corridor followed by birds migrating between North and South America.

The trails and bridges of this project will bring you as close as possible to the birdlife, flowers and the lush vegetation of the primary rainforest.

More than 50 species of birds can be seen here, making this one of the most prolific bird watching walks in the region.

In the afternoon, enjoy a 2-3 hour walk along the lower slopes of Arenal Volcano.   

The volcano is 5,437 feet high and although currently in a resting phase, Arenal has been Costa Rica’s most active volcano for the past 43 years.

Overnight Arenal. Breakfast included. 

Day 6: Arenal – San José – Guatemala

Take an early transfer from Arenal to San José for your scheduled flight to Guatemala City, where you will be met and transferred to La Antigua Guatemala.

Overnight La Antigua Guatemala. Breakfast included.