Star Clippers Central America: 7 nights from Balboa with Star Clipper
Dec 19, 2026
Panama, Costa Rica
Cruise itinerary
Departure Port: Balboa ➞
Landing: Puerto Caldera
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Saturday, December 19, 2026 - not foundBalboa
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Sunday, December 20, 2026 not found - not foundIsla San José
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Monday, December 21, 2026Navigation -
Tuesday, December 22, 2026 not found - not foundCoiba
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Wednesday, December 23, 2026 not found - not foundGolfito
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Thursday, December 24, 2026 not found - not foundQuepos
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Friday, December 25, 2026Navigation
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Saturday, December 26, 2026 not foundPuerto Caldera
Balboa
Balboa, located at the end of the Panama Canal, is known for being the port of Panama City. Geographically it is close to the canal docks and the Ancón hill behind it which separates it from Panama City.
Balboa owes its name to the Spanish explorer Vasco Núñez de Balboa who reached this land in 1914. Before being annexed to Panama City as a district, Balboa was for a long time controlled by the Americans who took care of the construction of many of the buildings and structures still present today within the city.
The canal on one side and the hills on the other create an enchanting landscape where the blue of the sea and the green of the hills merge in a unique way creating a perfect combination. Among the various activities that can be carried out in Balboa, hiking is certainly one of the main ones. The paths immersed in the green will allow you to fully experience the beauty of the nature of this place and to enjoy the suggestive view of all its beauties and uniqueness from above.
The best way to reach the city is on board a cruise ship. Choose a cruise that departs from Balboa or has the city as a stop to admire up close the unique beauty of this territory and to set off to discover Central America, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean.
Isla San José
Coiba
Island in the Pacific Ocean, located near the coast of Panama. The Coiba National Park is a protected natural area, and is considered one of the last unspoiled "natural paradises". Once used as a prison island, today it is a national park, and since 2005 it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Coiba is the largest Central American island on the Pacific, and is part of an archipelago made up of 36 other islands belonging to the Panamanian provinces of Veraguas and Chiriquí.
Golfito
Quepos
Puerto Caldera
Puerto Caldera is one of the most significant port cities in Costa Rica, located on the Pacific coast. Puerto Caldera stands as a pivotal element in Costa Rica's economic infrastructure, playing an important role for its economic developement. It serves as a crucial maritime gateway for Costa Rica and it is vital for the import and export of goods. Its strategic location also makes it an important point for regional maritime traffic along the Pacific coast of Central America.
There have been ongoing efforts to expand and modernize the port to accommodate increasing traffic and improve efficiency. This includes infrastructure upgrades and enhancements to logistical operations.The port's operations significantly contribute to the local and national economy by facilitating international trade.
Puerto Caldera also serves as a docking point for cruise ships, offering tourists access to the scenic attractions of the Puntarenas region and beyond.
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