34 days in Central America Itinerary

Step out of the city life by going to Coconut Tree Divers and Little French Key. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Roatan Island Brewing Co. and Half Moon Bay. There's still lots to do: stroll around Gumbalimba Park, enjoy the sand and surf at West Bay Beach, relax and rejuvenate at Claudia Malacarne, and browse the different shops at Diamonds International.

For photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Roatan trip itinerary planner.

Adelaide, Australia to Roatan is an approximately 32.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Adelaide to Roatan is minus 15.5 hours. Expect somewhat warmer evenings in Roatan when traveling from Adelaide in December, with lows around 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can fly to San Pedro.

Get in touch with nature at Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Discover out-of-the-way places like Mexico Rocks and Belizean Arts. Spend the 18th (Mon) exploring nature at Bacalar Chico National Park and Marine Reserve. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, take the plunge with a skydiving experience, and look for gifts at Belizean Breezes Soap Co. and More.

To see traveler tips, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the San Pedro vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Roatan to San Pedro takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In December, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Wed) early enough to catch the ferry to Belize City.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Thu): examine the collection at Museum of Belize, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at The Belize Zoo, and then explore the ancient world of Altun Ha. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Fri): whizz through the canopy at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks.

To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Belize City online trip maker.

Ride a ferry from San Pedro to Belize City in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can fly. In December, daily temperatures in Belize City can reach 33°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Fri) so you can go by car to San Ignacio.

On the 23rd (Sat), explore the ancient world of Cahal Pech, then stroll through Green Iguana Conservation Project, then explore the galleries of Cappello's Art Gallery, and finally learn more about the world around you at Chaa Creek Natural History Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 24th (Sun): Head underground at ATM Cave Belize- Actun Tunichil Muknal and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find other places to visit, maps, ratings, and other tourist information, read our San Ignacio day trip planner.

Getting from Belize City to San Ignacio by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 25th (Mon) to allow time for travel to Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

Start 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 kick back and relax at Playa Punta Uva. On your second day here, enjoy the sand and surf at Playa Puerto Viejo.

To find reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Puerto Viejo de Talamanca online travel planner.

You can 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.

Visiting La Fortuna Waterfall and Tabacon Hot Springs will get you outdoors. Explore hidden gems such as Bogarin Trail and Paradise Hot Springs. There's still lots to do: trek along Natura Eco Park Costa Rica, stroll through Arenal Sanctuary Reserve, take an in-depth tour of ChocoMuseo La Fortuna, and contemplate the geological forces at Arenal Volcano.

To see more things to do, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the La Fortuna de San Carlos driving holiday planning 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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Mon) so you can drive to Manuel Antonio.

Step off the beaten path and head to Playa Biesanz and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. Take a break from the city and head to Playa Manuel Antonio and Rancho La Merced National Wildlife Refuge. Venture out of the city with trips to Mama Toucan's Natural and Organic Food Store (in Dominical) and Isla Damas (in Puntarenas). And it doesn't end there: see Off-Road Tours, get outside with Outdoor Activities, trot along with a tour on horseback, and find your balance on the water with some of the best stand-up paddleboarding in the area.

To see other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Manuel Antonio vacation planner.

Getting from La Fortuna de San Carlos to Manuel Antonio by car takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to drive to Jaco.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Sat): head outdoors with Outdoor Activities and then see Off-Road Tours.

To find reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Jaco vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Manuel Antonio to Jaco takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sat) so you can go by car to Monteverde.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and then stroll through 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, stroll through Reserva Bosque Nuboso Santa Elena, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Monteverde Massage Center.

To see reviews, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Monteverde sightseeing tool.

You can drive from Jaco to Monteverde in 2.5 hours. Other options are to 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.

Visit Playa Conchal and Playa Avellana for some beach relaxation. Take a break from the city and head to Nature & Wildlife Tours and Off-Road Tours. There's more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see more things to do, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Tamarindo trip planner.

You can drive from Monteverde to Tamarindo in 3.5 hours. Other options are to 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.