From cloud-shrouded volcanic peaks to sun-splashed beaches, lost temples to charming colonial towns, Central America is replete with natural wonders and converging cultures.
This narrow isthmus is home to some of the greatest biodiversity in the world, the happiest people on earth and a mix of cultures than can be traced back thousands of years. Stay in historic haciendas in Mexico, marvel at Maya ruins in Guatemala, spot monkeys amidst misty canopies in Costa Rica and salsa to sultry beats in Cuba. It’s a haven for outdoor adventurers and those that want to immerse themselves in the local culture, and it’s like nowhere else on earth.
Top 10 trips in Central America
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Discover Maya ruins, Indian communities and colonial towns on this in-depth Mexican...
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Embark on an adventure through Mexico and Cuba spending time in Mexico City, Oaxaca,...
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Join Peregrine for the best Central American small ship adventure, cruising along the...
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The best of Mexican architecture, culture and ancient history lays before you in this...
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The best of Guatemala with Peregrine Adventures. Eight days in the highlands and...
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From the beaches of Playa del Carmen to the Maya ruins of San Cristobal and Tikal, see...
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Few places offer the ability to immerse yourself in nature like Costa Rica. Explore the...
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Discover the true spirit of Mexico during a unique celebration of death. From Mexico...
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Why we love Central America
- From the cloud forests of Costa Rica to Nicaragua’s giant volcanoes, Latin America does nature on a truly grand scale
- When it comes to vibrant colour, energy and food, nowhere delivers quite like Mexico. Bargain with descendants of the Zapotec and Mixtec peoples over hand-woven blankets in Oaxaca’s buzzy markets. You may even feel brave enough to try a crunchy chili and lime grasshopper!
- The Mayans were known for their advanced systems in architecture, mathematics, astronomy and hieroglyphics. From the temple ruins of Chichen Itza to the once-mighty capital of Tikal, our experts will lead you on a guided journey through Central America’s ancient history
- Let the dreamy Caribbean carry you away in the island archipelago of the Belize Cayes. With sleepy towns, sun-drenched beaches and some of the region’s best diving and snorkelling, what’s not to love?
- While Cuba may be a time warp of 1950s American cars and fading colonial splendour, the locals dance to the beat of the moment (and the rhythm of a rumba). From Havana and Trinidad to Vinales in the heart of Cuba’s tobacco-growing region, discover the landscapes and history of an island nation that defies categorisation
Destinations in Central America
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Oct 26, 2018
A magical journey down the Floating Gardens of...
When you think of a boating holiday, Venice’s gondolas, a kettuvalam (houseboat)...
Jan 10, 2017
Central America beyond the beaches
While there are certainly plenty of high-end ocean resorts on the Yucatan...
Aug 23, 2016
Everything you need to know before your Mexico...
Mexico is a country of contrasts; a state of striking diversity. Here's everything...
Jul 27, 2016
A guide to Mexico’s best Maya temples
Since the Spanish first set foot on Mexican soil in 1519, the stepped, crumbling...
Jul 18, 2016
How to spend the perfect day in Mexico City
It’d take a couple of lifetimes to plumb the full depths of Mexico City. It’s...
Dec 25, 2015
Life guides: how to live Cuban
While it’s hard to capture and channel that natural joie de vivre, we can always...
Nov 06, 2015
Cuba for beginners: what to know before you travel
If I had to give one piece of advice to anyone travelling to Cuba, it would be to...