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From Puerto Caldera to Balboa

Costa Rica & Panama

Dates:
12 Feb - 21 Feb 2028
Duration:
9 Nights
Journey type:
Cruise only (please call for flight options)
No. of ports:
10
Ship:
Star Clipper
Cruise Line:
Star Clippers
Fares:

From £2,955 pp

Black spiny-tailed iguana in Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

From Puerto Caldera to Balboa

Costa Rica & Panama

Dates:
12 Feb - 21 Feb 2028
Duration:
9 Nights
Journey type:
Cruise only (please call for flight options)
No. of ports:
10
Ship:
Star Clipper
Cruise Line:
Star Clippers
Fares:

From £2,955 pp

Voyage Itinerary

12 February

Setting sail from Puerto Caldera

Puerto Caldera is a major port on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, about an hour and a half from the capital, San José. Caldera itself is an industrial port with little to detain you, but the nearby city of Puntarenas is a popular beach destination, with a nice seafront promenade where you can relax with a drink or enjoy a seafood lunch. Other local attractions include the fantastic flora and fauna of the Carara Biological Reserve and beautiful Tortuga Island, a great spot for snorkelling.

Puerto Caldera, Costa Rica

13 February

Costa Rica: Tortuga Island

Tortuga Island is actually made up of two separate islands just off the coast of the Nicoya Peninsula, both uninhabited and both absolutely stunning. Enjoy swimming and snorkelling in the clear, coral-rich waters, or relax on pristine white sand beaches.
Tortuga Islands, Costa Rica

14 February

Costa Rica: Quepos

The little town of Quepos is the gateway to Manuel Antonio National Park, a nature-lover’s paradise that’s home to monkeys, iguanas and the reclusive three-toed sloth. The area around Quepos also boasts some of the best beaches in Costa Rica, and the town itself has some nice restaurants.
Sloth in Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica

15 February

Panama: Isla Parida

Beautiful Isla Parida lies within the protected Gulf of Chiriquí National Park, its tranquil beaches lapped by warm, crystal clear waters where you’ll find an abundance of marine life. This is a great place to kick back and chill out for a day, in idyllic tropical surroundings.
Beach on Isla Parida, Panama

16 February

Dominican Republic: Isla Santa Catalina

17 February

Panama: Isla de Coiba

Isla de Coiba is a former penal colony and was off-limits for many years, so around 80% of the island is still pristine rainforest. Turtles nest on the white sand beaches between April and October, and the densely forested interior is home to an incredible array of wildlife.
Isla de Coiba, Panama

18 February

Panama: Isla Iguana

19 February

Panama: Playa Muerto, Darién National Park

20 February

Panama: Isla del Rey (Pearl Islands)

21 February

Arriving in Balboa

The ship

Star Clipper

Capacity:
166 Guests
Crew:
74 Staff
Style:
Friendly, welcoming staff help make this an informal and relaxed style of cruise.

True clipper ships, these beautiful four-masted vessels reflect a proud seafaring heritage in their elegant sails, warm woods and polished brass.

What we love

Sister ships Star Clipper and Star Flyer certainly stand out from the crowd. In full sail they are an awe-inspiring sight, reminiscent of a bygone age, yet combining this tradition with the comfort of a modern cruise line, ideal for those who wish to experience a tall ship cruise. Climb the mast or relax by the small pool; you can be as involved as you wish on these easy-going and friendly ships.

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Star Clipper at sea

inclusions

  • All meals
  • All onboard entertainment
  • Watersports from the ship's marina

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Will I save by booking with Mundy Cruising?

Absolutely. You'll save money and time by booking with us rather than directly with the cruise line and enjoy more flexibility in your travel arrangements. We have access to preferential rates and exclusive offers, and we offer expert advice on how to get the best value.

Can you help with pre and post-cruise arrangements?

From flights and transfers to hotels and tours, we can help with all your travel needs to make sure your trip is exceptional. What's more, we are members of ABTA and also offer full ATOL protection, not to mention a 24hr emergency contact, so we offer complete peace of mind.

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Because small ships are able to reach smaller ports of call and provide a higher level of service than their big ship counterparts, we believe that small ship cruising is the very best way to travel. Usually they offer more space per person, and an attentive team to make sure you have the very best experience. Small ship cruising offers the very best of the best.

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Who we are

Founded in 1970, we have sold more luxury cruises for more years than anyone else in the UK.

Mundy Cruising was the very first cruise specialist in the UK. We have been making the best cruise holidays even better since 1970.

How? Simply by offering our clients more expertise, more personal service, more unique ideas, more fascinating add-ons, more fabulous freebies and more peace of mind.

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