From cloud-shrouded volcanic peaks to sun-splashed beaches, lost temples to historic architecture. Central America is filled with natural wonders and merging cultures.

This narrow strait is home to some of the greatest biodiversity in the world. Meet some of the happiest people on earth and see a mix of cultures that 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 or salsa to sultry beats in Cuba. It’s a haven for outdoor adventurers and those that want to immerse themselves in the local culture. Central America is like nowhere else on Earth.

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The temple of Chichen Itza on a dark cloudy day in Mexico

Meet Maya history at Chichen Itza

        If you like your Mayan ruins with a touch of disco, then you’ve come to the right place. Set on Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, this ancient city comes alive at sunset with a (slightly kitsch but entirely unmissable) sound and light show. The site is dominated by El Castillo, a massive pyramid with 91 steps running along each of its four sides.
      

Travellers whit water rafting in the middle of the jungle on the Pacuare River in Costa Rica

Go white-water rafting in Costa Rica

        If you’re going to try white-water rafting anywhere, the Pacuare River in Costa Rica is the place. Set among cascading waterfalls and lush rainforests, the warm water is ideal for first-timers. During the calmer moments keep your eyes peeled for jaguars, toucans, ocelots and monkeys.
      

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A colorful street full of people in traditional clothes on a sunny day in antigua, guatemala

Explore the tumbledown ruins of Antigua

        Coffee all day, salsa all night and a never-ending supply of chocolate in between. This small Guatemalan city is super chilled and an extended stay is the best way to soak it all in. While there are plenty of ruins to be found, the city is famous for its colourful convents, arches and buildings in colourful hues of blue, pink, and yellow. 
      

Travellers walking down a street with colourful buildings in Havana, Cuba on a sunny day

Havana blast in Cuba

        There’s so much to do here, it’ll leave your head spinning. Join the fun with a twirl around the dance floor in a salsa class, check out a baseball game, swing past the mansion-turned-perfume-laboratory at Habana 1791, or grab a guava pastry from one of the vendors along the Malecon. Close out the day with a cigar and a glass of good ol’ fashioned Cuba Libre.
      

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Costa Rica Experience

Hannah · Traveled September 2024

What an experience! This trip was seamless. An excellent wait to hit all the main sites, avoid the tourist traps and most importantly avoid the stress of transport and language barriers. A perfect travel experience that I would highly recommend!

Review submitted 17 Sep 2024

Yucatan Peninsula Adventure

Karthikeya · Traveled August 2024

This was not worth the $1950 I spent. Accomodations were poor (pillows stained, ants) and they could've afforded better ones since it was low season. One hotel nightly rate was $26 when i checked. Itinerary is weak and critical activities were optional -> Bacalar lake cruise and dos ojos cenote. Transportation was good but, why should I pay Intrepid when ADO bus goes to critical towns in Yucatan and it costs $10 one way and its amazing? The only reason it *might* have been worth it is the tour guide but tour guide was largely disorganized (didn't mention optional activities like dos ojos cenote) and it felt like she did the bare minimum. I'll give her a break because it seemed like a novice but I paid so much money. Do not do this trip.

Review submitted 10 Sep 2024

Mexico Unplugged

Kesia · Traveled August 2024

What a trip! A beautiful two weeks exploring the very best that Mexico has to offer. Highlights include the beautiful city of Oaxaca and a very rainy (but beautiful) tour of the Sumydero Canyon’s Valentina is an asset to Intrepid, she has given us a real love for Mexico and its people - we will be back!

Review submitted 14 Sep 2024

Real Guatemala to Costa Rica

Tahlia · Traveled August 2024

Amazing trip. 10/10. Would recommend to anyone looking to do a trip in this part of the world. The perfect combination of adventure and adrenaline as well as relaxing and enjoying more of a slow pace

Review submitted 13 Sep 2024