Cruise Collection 2019 Brochure

Unveiled Wonders of Costa Rica & Panama Canal ABOARD THE SAFARI VOYAGER

Monkeys, sloths, iguanas, hummingbirds, toucans, and whales! By kayak, skiff, on foot, and small ship—uncover the wonders of Costa Rica’s extensive jungles, mangroves, national parks, and preserves, and transit the celebrated Panama Canal—an unforgettable experience! Enjoy explorations of off-the-beaten-path wildlife refuges and conservation areas, along with snorkeling and beachcombing adventures. The trip also runs in the reverse direction, from Panama City to San Jose.

TRIP COST From $4,595 Price is per person and depends on cabin type DAYS 6-9 COIBA NATIONAL PARK TO PANAMA CITY In Coiba National Park, snorkel among abundant marine life, kayak around rocky outcroppings, and hike trails through untouched tropical jungle. On Day 8, transit from ocean to ocean along the 48-mile-long Panama Canal. Disembark in Colon, transfer to Panama City, and depart on Day 9.

DAYS 1- 5 SAN JOSE TO GOLFO DULCE Travel to the coast, embark, and cruise to Curú National Wildlife Refuge for a hike offering prime monkey viewing—they are everywhere! Snorkel, kayak, and paddleboard near Isla Tortuga, then visit Corcovado National Park. In the Golfo Dulce, explore a tropical preserve exploding with vibrant color, from bromeliads and heliconias to toucans and hummingbirds.

CARIBBEAN SEA

COSTA RICA

San Jose

Curú National Wildlife Refuge

Colon

Panama Canal

Panama City

PANAMA

Gulfo Dulce

Coiba National Park

Granito de Oro

DATES Weekly Departures Nov-Mar

PACIFIC OCEAN

100 mi

100 km

Amazon River Expedition ABOARD THE ARIA

The Amazon River is one of the earth’s grandest wildernesses. Journey along the two largest tributaries and through remote Pacaya Samiria National Reserve into a world of neon-bright birds, playful monkeys, graceful hawks and herons, and millions of butterflies. As you explore, try your hand at fishing for piranha, visit riverside communities, and enjoy night excursions by skiff under a canopy of sparkling stars.

Iquitos

DAYS 1-4 IQUITOS TO NAUTA (High Wa- ter Itinerary) Embark in Iquitos and cruise along the Amazon to the Yarapa River. Keep your binoculars ready to spot tropical song- birds, black collared hawks, and sloths. Fish for Amazonia’s notorious piranhas and enjoy a jungle walk, on the lookout for endemic flora and fauna. Near Nauta, witness one of the great spectacles of the Southern Hemi- sphere, the birthplace of the Amazon River.

TRIP COST From $8,925 Price is per person and depends on cabin type at dusk to search for the mysterious wild- life that comes out after dark. Jungle walks, canoeing, swimming, and kayaking excur- sions are also available, and you’ll also visit a remote Amazonian village. Disembark in Iquitos on Day 8. DAYS 5-8 UCAYALI Watch for pink fresh- water dolphins while cruising the Ucayali, the Amazon’s largest tributary, and fish along the black waters of the Pacaya, with an excursion

PERU

A m a z o n R i v e r

Town of Nauta

9 de Octubre Town

Yarapa River

M a r a n o n

R i v e r

Pacaya-Samaria Nat’l Reserve

Clavero Lake

Yanallpa River

U c a y a l i R i v e r

Dorado River

DATES Weekly departures Jan-Dec

P a c a y a R .

30 mi

30 km

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