34 days in Central America Itinerary

You'll get in some beach time at Little French Key and West Bay Beach. Discover out-of-the-way places like Coconut Tree Divers and Half Moon Bay. The adventure continues: sample the tasty concoctions at Roatan Island Brewing Co., take in nature's colorful creations at Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum, walk around Gumbalimba Park, and kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

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Adelaide, Australia to Roatan is an approximately 32.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Australian Central Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a -15.5 hour difference. Traveling from Adelaide in December, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Roatan, with lows around 25°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to San Pedro.

Get in touch with nature at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Mexico Rocks and Belizean Arts. Spend the 18th (Mon) exploring nature at Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve. There's much more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, stop by Belizean Breezes Soap Co. and More, and cross one thing off your bucket list with a skydiving experience.

For reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the San Pedro attractions site.

Fly from Roatan to San Pedro in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In December in San Pedro, expect temperatures between 33°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) to allow enough time to ride a ferry to Belize City.

On the 21st (Thu), examine the collection at Museum of Belize, admire nature's wide array of creatures at The Belize Zoo, and then delve into the distant past at Altun Ha. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri): get outside with Outdoor Activities.

For maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Belize City online travel planner.

Getting from San Pedro to Belize City by ferry takes about 2 hours. Other options: fly. In December, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri) early enough to go by car to San Ignacio.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sat): delve into the distant past at Cahal Pech, tour the pleasant surroundings at Green Iguana Conservation Project, then view the masterpieces at Cappello's Art Gallery, and finally get a new perspective on nature at Chaa Creek Natural History Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: Head underground at ATM Cave Belize- Actun Tunichil Muknal and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our San Ignacio tour app.

Drive from Belize City to San Ignacio in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. On the 25th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Tue): take in nature's colorful creations at Tree of Life Wildlife Rescue Center and Botanical Gardens, get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Punta Uva. On your second day here, stroll through Playa Puerto Viejo.

For reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Puerto Viejo de Talamanca online vacation planner.

Do a combination of shuttle and flight from San Ignacio to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca in 10 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of shuttle, flight, and bus; or drive. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Wed) so you can go by car to La Fortuna de San Carlos.

Step off the beaten path and head to Bogarin Trail and Natura Eco Park Costa Rica. Escape the urban bustle at La Fortuna Waterfall and Tabacon Hot Springs. And it doesn't end there: take in the natural beauty of Paradise Hot Springs, get engrossed in the history at ChocoMuseo La Fortuna, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and stroll through Arenal Sanctuary Reserve.

To see maps, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our La Fortuna de San Carlos trip itinerary maker site.

You can drive from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca to La Fortuna de San Carlos in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Mon) to allow time to drive to Manuel Antonio.

Get in touch with nature at Playa Manuel Antonio and Rancho La Merced National Wildlife Refuge. Discover out-of-the-way places like Playa Biesanz and Off-Road Tours. Change things up with these side-trips from Manuel Antonio: Isla Damas (in Puntarenas) and Dominical (Mama Toucan's Natural and Organic Food Store & Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary). There's much more to do: take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback, stroll around Parque Nahomi, identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, and glide peacefully along the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.

To see more things to do, photos, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Manuel Antonio trip builder tool.

Traveling by car from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Manuel Antonio takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Jaco.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sat): get outside with Outdoor Activities and then relax and float downstream with a rafting and tubing tour.

To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, read our Jaco online journey builder.

Getting from Manuel Antonio to Jaco by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Monteverde.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Ranario Monteverde Frog Pond. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: delve into the lush surroundings at Curi Cancha Reserve, then stroll through Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena, and then relax and rejuvenate at Monteverde Massage Center.

To see other places to visit, traveler tips, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Monteverde trip builder site.

Getting from Jaco to Monteverde by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 8th (Mon) so you can go by car to Tamarindo.

Your itinerary includes some good beach time at Playa Conchal and Playa Avellana. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Off-Road Tours. There's more to do: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For more things to do, reviews, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Tamarindo travel route planner.

Drive from Monteverde to Tamarindo in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a shuttle. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.