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Central America

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Holidays in Central America provide the perfect opportunity to discover varied natural treasures, impressive Mayan ruins, busy city markets, and thriving ranches and farms, ideal for learning a little about the local culture. A region of tropical coasts and many volcanoes, Central America appeals to adventurous vacationers looking for extraordinary and sometimes challenging experiences. Make beaches the focus of your vacation in Central America, or split your time between archaeological sites and lush forests, home to many different species of animals you won't see anywhere else in the world.
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Places to visit in Central America

Panama City Best for: Historic Sites, Shopping, Museums La Fortuna de San Carlos Best for: Nature, Adventure, Wildlife San Pedro Best for: Adventure, Nature, Nightlife Manuel Antonio Best for: Beaches, Adventure, Nightlife Cayo Best for: Nature, Historic Sites, Wildlife
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Regions of Central America

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Top Central America tours
11-Day Tour from San Jose: Monteverde Cloud Forest and Tortuguero, Arenal Volcano and Manuel Antonio National Parks BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $1,358
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Best things to do in Central America

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Playa Manuel Antonio
Manuel Antonio
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Hol Chan Marine Reserve
San Pedro
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Panama Canal
Panama City
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Tabacon Hot Springs
La Fortuna de San Carlos
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Caye Caulker
Caye Caulker
Visit for: 8​h
Arenal Volcano (Volcan Arenal)
Arenal Volcano National Park
Visit for: 5​h
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Tortuguero National Park
Tortuguero
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Scuba & Snorkeling
San Pedro
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve
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Hidden Gems
Actun Tunichil Muknal
Cayo
Visit for: 2​h 30​min
Xunantunich
Cayo
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The Belize Zoo
La Democracia
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Canyoning & Rappelling Tours
La Fortuna de San Carlos
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Fishing Charters & Tours
San Pedro
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Nature & Wildlife Tours
Manuel Antonio
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Outdoors
Ruthless Roatan Charters
West End
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Rum Punch II
San Pedro
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Green Acres Chocolate Farm
Bocas del Toro Province
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Paradise Hot Springs
La Fortuna de San Carlos
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Simoon! Rentals & Tours
Antigua
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Samara-Carrillo Info Center
Playa Samara
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