Costa Rica & Panama Canal
GO ALL IN
Go All In
Drinks, gratuities, and WiFi included plus up to 40% off selected sailings.
7 nights
Wind Star
5 Dec '26Cruise overview
Come find the natural and man-made wonders combined on this exotic Costa Rican and Panama Canal cruise full of bucket list places and activities. Learn about the area from a local Naturalist on board, then take a Zodiac ashore and find rare experiences for yourself. Hike through Manuel Antonio National Park in search of its lovely beaches and abundant animal life. Soar high above the Quepos jungle floor as you zipline searching for such wildlife residents as monkeys, sloths, and toucans, then explore Golfo Dulce with some of the most intense rainforest landscapes in the world. Take a daylight transit through the massive Panama Canal, one of the world’s most stunning feats of engineering on a ship that lets you see it all. Looking for more? Go in-land and combine the best of the land and sea with a Cruise Tour that includes this itinerary: Monteverde Cloud Forest & Arenal Volcano Cruise Tour
Itinerary
Colón
The provincial capital of Colón, beside the canal’s Atlantic entrance, is named for the Spanish-language surname of Christopher Columbus, though the Americans called it Aspinwall in the 19th century.. The city was founded in 1850 by Americans working on the Panama railroad and named Aspinwall for one of the railway engineers. Following completion in 1855, Colon gained in importance, which was furthered by the plans for an isthmian canal. During the time of the French canal attempt, a fire in 1885 burned the city nearly to the ground and left thousands of people homeless. Colon was rebuilt in the architectural style then popular in France. Buildings from that era plus the ones constructed by Americans between 1904 and 1914 are still in use today, although the majority is on the verge of collapse. In addition to its importance as a port, Colon boasts the world’s second largest duty-free zone, known as Zona Libre, which is contained in a huge fortress like, walled-off area with giant international stores. However, most of the merchandise is sold in bulk to commercial businesses throughout the country.
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Fuerte Amador
Fuerte Amador
At sea
Isla Parida
Golfo Dulce
Quepos (Puerto Quepos)
Puerto Caldera
Gracious Stateroom
The Gracious Stateroom offers timeless nautical charm with all the comforts of a modern luxury retreat. Featuring ocean-view portholes, a queen-size bed (convertible to twins), sitting area and marble-finished bathroom, it provides a calm, light-filled sanctuary where guests can unwind in true Windstar style.
Amenities
- Queen or Twin Configuration
- Vanity Area
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- Mini Bar (Additional Cost)
- TV
- Wi-Fi (Additional Cost)
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Ship features
Wind Star blends the poetry of sail with yacht-like features and elevated service.
- Four sails rising over 60 m high
- Open-bridge policy giving guests insight into navigation
- Casino area and lounge for relaxing evenings
- Small swimming pool and whirlpool
- Watersports platform with kayaking, snorkeling and boarding gear
- Spa, sauna, gym and beauty treatment rooms
- Library, cocktail bar and social lounges
- Boutique shop and daily amenities
