Costa Rica & Panama Canal
Come find the natural and man-made wonders on this exotic voyage full of bucket list places and activities. Learn about the rare flora and fauna of Central America from a local Nat...
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Ports of Call & Itinerary
7-night voyage departing Colón, arriving Puerto Caldera.
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Costa Rica & Panama Canal
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Day 1
Colón , Panama
Monday, 20/12/2027
Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy.
Day 2
Fuerte Amador , Panama
Tuesday, 21/12/2027
One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.
Day 3
Fuerte Amador , Panama
Wednesday, 22/12/2027
One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City. In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.
Day 5
Isla Parida , Panama
Friday, 24/12/2027
Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long. The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.
Day 6
Golfo Dulce , Costa Rica
Saturday, 25/12/2027
Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.
Day 7
Quepos (Puerto Quepos) , Costa Rica
Sunday, 26/12/2027
The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life.
Day 8
Puerto Caldera , Costa Rica
Monday, 27/12/2027
Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica's top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws.
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Star Ocean View Suite
277 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Balcony Suite
277 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Star Porthole Suite
277 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Ocean View Suite
277 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Star Balcony Suite
277 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Suite
468 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Broadmoor Suite/Sea Island Suite
400 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Owner's Suite
575 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Oceanview
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft | SS1 | Enquire → |
Star Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft
SS1
Balcony
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Star Porthole Suite · 277 sqft | SP | Enquire → | ||
| Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft | S Ocean View Suite (Deck 4, forward) | Enquire → | ||
| S1 Ocean View Suite 1 (Deck 4) | Enquire → | |||
| S2 Ocean View Suite 2 (Deck 5) | Enquire → | |||
| S3 Ocean View Suite 3 (Deck 6) | Enquire → | |||
| Star Balcony Suite (Deck 5) | SBS | Enquire → | ||
| Star Balcony Suite · 277 sqft | SBS1 Star Balcony Suite 1 (Deck 6) | Enquire → | ||
| Deluxe Suite · 468 sqft | DS | Enquire → | ||
| Broadmoor Suite/Sea Island Suite · 400 sqft | CS Classic Suite | Enquire → | ||
| Owner's Suite · 575 sqft | OW Owner's Suite | Enquire → |
Star Porthole Suite · 277 sqft
SP
Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft
S Ocean View Suite (Deck 4, forward)
Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft
S1 Ocean View Suite 1 (Deck 4)
Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft
S2 Ocean View Suite 2 (Deck 5)
Ocean View Suite · 277 sqft
S3 Ocean View Suite 3 (Deck 6)
Star Balcony Suite (Deck 5)
SBS
Star Balcony Suite · 277 sqft
SBS1 Star Balcony Suite 1 (Deck 6)
Deluxe Suite · 468 sqft
DS
Broadmoor Suite/Sea Island Suite · 400 sqft
CS Classic Suite
Owner's Suite · 575 sqft
OW Owner's Suite
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