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Costa Rica & Panama Canal

Dec 20, 2027 — Dec 27, 2027

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COLON → PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'

7 Nights on Star Pride

Come find the natural and man-made wonders on this exotic voyage full of bucket list places and activities. Learn about the rare flora and fauna of Central America 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 zip line 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 yacht that lets you see it all. This itinerary features wet landings via Zodiac to get you closer to remote, untouched shores, where you’ll step directly into shallow water upon arrival.

Map routes may vary by sailing. Actual itineraries are listed below.
1
DEC 20, 2027
Colón
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy.

2
DEC 21, 2027
Panama Canal
ARRIVE
4:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

At nearly 48 miles long, on your transit through the Panama Canal you will enter three sets of locks that raise and lower the vessel 85 feet between the calm Pacific Ocean and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic. Your voyage features a daylight hours transit with numerous observation vantage points for outside viewing and comfortable indoor air-conditioned lounges. Expert onboard commentary enhances your journey as you watch the day to day workings of this bucket list experience.

Balboa / Fuerte Amador
ARRIVE
10:00 PM
DEPART
11:59 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City.  In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.

3
DEC 22, 2027
Balboa / Fuerte Amador
ARRIVE
12:00 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City.  In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.

4
DEC 23, 2027
AT SEA
5
DEC 24, 2027
Isla Parida
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long.  The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.

6
DEC 25, 2027
Golfo Dulce
ARRIVE
8:30 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
5

Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots  of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.

Available Excursions

Golfo Dulce

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Easy

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$205

Golfo Dulce

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Easy-Moderate

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$205

Golfo Dulce

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Strenuous

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$149

Golfo Dulce

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
6.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate

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$135

Golfo Dulce

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate

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$185

7
DEC 26, 2027
Quepos
ARRIVE
6:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life. 

8
DEC 27, 2027
Puerto Caldera
ARRIVE
6:00 AM
DISEMBARK
7:00 AM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica's top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws.

Star Pride

number of decks
6 Decks
yacht length
522 ft (159 meters)
yacht crew size
200 Crew Members
yacht guest capacity
312 Guests
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Dec 5 (Sat) – Dec 12 (Sat), 2026December 5 (Sat) – December 12 (Sat), 2026Wind Star
Dec 12 (Sat) – Dec 19 (Sat), 2026December 12 (Sat) – December 19 (Sat), 2026Wind Star
Dec 19 (Sat) – Dec 26 (Sat), 2026December 19 (Sat) – December 26 (Sat), 2026Wind Star
Dec 26 (Sat) – Jan 2 (Sat), 2027December 26 (Sat) – January 2 (Sat), 2027Wind Star
Dec 28 (Mon) – Jan 5 (Tue), 2027December 28 (Mon) – January 5 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Jan 2 (Sat) – Jan 9 (Sat), 2027January 2 (Sat) – January 9 (Sat), 2027Wind Star
Jan 5 (Tue) – Jan 12 (Tue), 2027January 5 (Tue) – January 12 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Jan 12 (Tue) – Jan 19 (Tue), 2027January 12 (Tue) – January 19 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Jan 19 (Tue) – Jan 26 (Tue), 2027January 19 (Tue) – January 26 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Jan 24 (Sun) – Jan 31 (Sun), 2027January 24 (Sun) – January 31 (Sun), 2027Wind Star
Jan 26 (Tue) – Feb 2 (Tue), 2027January 26 (Tue) – February 2 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Jan 31 (Sun) – Feb 8 (Mon), 2027January 31 (Sun) – February 8 (Mon), 2027Wind Star
Feb 2 (Tue) – Feb 9 (Tue), 2027February 2 (Tue) – February 9 (Tue), 2027Star Legend
Dec 6 (Mon) – Dec 13 (Mon), 2027December 6 (Mon) – December 13 (Mon), 2027Star Pride
Dec 13 (Mon) – Dec 20 (Mon), 2027December 13 (Mon) – December 20 (Mon), 2027Star Pride
Dec 27 (Mon) – Jan 3 (Mon), 2028December 27 (Mon) – January 3 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Jan 3 (Mon) – Jan 10 (Mon), 2028January 3 (Mon) – January 10 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Jan 10 (Mon) – Jan 17 (Mon), 2028January 10 (Mon) – January 17 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Jan 17 (Mon) – Jan 24 (Mon), 2028January 17 (Mon) – January 24 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Jan 24 (Mon) – Jan 31 (Mon), 2028January 24 (Mon) – January 31 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Jan 31 (Mon) – Feb 7 (Mon), 2028January 31 (Mon) – February 7 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Feb 7 (Mon) – Feb 14 (Mon), 2028February 7 (Mon) – February 14 (Mon), 2028Star Pride
Feb 14 (Mon) – Feb 21 (Mon), 2028February 14 (Mon) – February 21 (Mon), 2028Star Pride

Costa Rica & Panama Canal

COLON → PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE'

7 Nights on Star Pride

Dec 20, 2027 — Dec 27, 2027

Come find the natural and man-made wonders on this exotic voyage full of bucket list places and activities. Learn about the rare flora and fauna of Central America 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 zip line 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 yacht that lets you see it all. This itinerary features wet landings via Zodiac to get you closer to remote, untouched shores, where you’ll step directly into shallow water upon arrival.

1
DEC 20, 2027
Colón
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Explore the inner workings of the Panama Canal, head into the jungle to meet with Embera Indians, or take an aerial tram ride through the rainforest canopy.

2
DEC 21, 2027
Panama Canal
ARRIVE
4:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

At nearly 48 miles long, on your transit through the Panama Canal you will enter three sets of locks that raise and lower the vessel 85 feet between the calm Pacific Ocean and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic. Your voyage features a daylight hours transit with numerous observation vantage points for outside viewing and comfortable indoor air-conditioned lounges. Expert onboard commentary enhances your journey as you watch the day to day workings of this bucket list experience.

Balboa / Fuerte Amador
ARRIVE
10:00 PM
DEPART
11:59 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City.  In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.

3
DEC 22, 2027
Balboa / Fuerte Amador
ARRIVE
12:00 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

One of the entrances to the Panama Canal on the Pacific side, Balboa/Fuerte Amador was founded in 1519 and is a short distance from Panama City.  In 2012 Balboa was ranked #1 in Latin America in the category of world's busiest container ports. Sightseeing highlights include the colonial homes, the Administration Building, the Goethals Memorial, the Prado, and the local handicraft markets of traditional Panamanian crafts.

4
DEC 23, 2027
AT SEA
5
DEC 24, 2027
Isla Parida
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Located within a Nature Preserve of 50 islands, and part of Chiriqui Marine National Park lovely Isla Parida boasts magnificent beaches, one of which is over 1,300 feet long.  The crystal clear waters stay at 82 degrees year round and are filled with marine life. There are numerous hardwood trees like teak, mahogany, and eucalyptus, and fruit trees like mango, banana and coconut trees. Here you will be treated to Windstar's Signature Beach Party on a secluded beach that faces the Pacific Ocean. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.

6
DEC 25, 2027
Golfo Dulce
ARRIVE
8:30 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
5

Picture Jurassic foliage growing down steep hillsides all the way to the waterline, the hoots  of monkeys echoing through trees choked by orchids. Golfo Dulce is one of Costa Rica's most biodiverse areas, where both the jungle and the sea brim with life. Explore the canals by kayak in search of javelinas, butterflies, and more bird species than in all of North America. This port is accessed via a wet landing, where guests arrive by Zodiac and step directly into shallow water ashore. For more information, please visit our Wet Landings page under our Life On Board section.

Golfo Dulce: Dolphin Watch & Enchanted Beach

Costa Rica's warm seas are home to one of the most biologically diverse marine habitats in the world. The best place to observe these magnificent mammals is in the waters off the Osa Peninsula. You will board your boat and head for a place known by National Geographic to be "the most biologically intense area on earth." A place where large groups of dolphins swim in clear blue tropical waters putting on an amazing show! As you cruise around the bay your tour will be enhanced by the informative commentary provided by a trained naturalist guide. You will learn about the biology, behavior and habits of the wildlife you will spot. You will have amazing photo opportunities and if weather permits you will have free time to swim in the serene waters of Punta Encanto (Enchanted Beach). Please note: This tour is not recommended for those with limited mobility or back problems as it involves an optional nature walk over a gravel surface and the boat ride might get bumpy.

Port
Golfo Dulce
Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Easy

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$205 USD

Puerto Jimenez, Sloth Walking Trails

Explore the rainforest of the Osa Peninsula on a guided tour through a locally owned small preserve. The Valverde family protected this small area in La Perica on the Osa Peninsula from being developed into farmland like much of the region. After a brief orientation with your knowledgeable English speaking guide, you'll spend 90 minutes walking the trails with your guide looking for wildlife and learning the history of the preserve. Sloths, macaws, and other wildlife are attracted to this peaceful and well-preserved forested area. After your tour of the preserve, you'll enjoy fresh fruit, homemade empanadas, and refreshments. Please note: It's recommended that guests wear sandals or water shoes as this tour involves a wet landing. Additionally, guests should bring comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and sunglasses.

Port
Golfo Dulce
Time
9:00 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Easy-Moderate

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$205 USD

Golfo Dulce: Oceans & Canals Kayaking

Go across Golfo Dulce where life goes at a slow pace and through the humid mangroves with the squeaking sounds of the unique scarlet macaws that mingle in this area, the most common birds. Your kayak guides will be waiting with your kayaks and paddles ready for you to begin this fun experience! Paddle up the mangrove estuary with the rising tide until you can go no further and return with the falling tide, dragging your kayak across the sand spit and into the Golfo Dulce to cruise the shoreline, stopping to swim at the best beach. Pods of bottle-nosed porpoises return daily along this coast on their way to the open Pacific, affording a great chance to view them. Please note: This tour is operated at high tide only. A waiver is required and there is a weight restriction of 235 lbs. Wear light clothes, hat or visor, sunscreen, and sun glasses. Wear your bathing suit under your clothes for those who want to swim at the beach and bring a towel.

Port
Golfo Dulce
Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Strenuous

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$149 USD

Golfo Dulce: Day Pass to Botanika Rainforest Resort

A brief transfer from Jimenez leads to one of the most stunning and vibrant retreats in the vicinity - Botánika Osa Peninsula, a part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, nestled in the untouched tropical beauty of Costa Rica's southwest coast. The rugged and secluded Osa region offers a glimpse into Costa Rica's history while providing an escape from the ordinary. This resort seamlessly blends with nature, offering top-tier amenities and the exceptional service Hilton is known for. Revel in a natural lagoon-style pool and prioritize wellness while embracing the distinctiveness of this breathtaking locale. Food and drinks are available for purchase with a selection of fresh fruit juices, local artisanal brews, and Costa Rican-inspired exotic cocktails available to order. Or indulge in a contemporary bar menu featuring tapas, ceviche, Peruvian-style "tiraditos," crisp salads, and the town's finest burgers, all within the backdrop of the expansive lagoon-style pool, creating an open and refreshing atmosphere. Please note: You will be offered a complimentary non-alcoholic welcome drink upon arrival at the resort, there will be additional drinks and snacks available for purchase. Please note: the Cahui Beach club facilities are not included. We recommend you wear beach attire, bring a towel, extra change of clothing, sunscreen, and a hat. This port involves a wet landing, so please bring your sandals or water shoes.

Port
Golfo Dulce
Time
9:00 AM
Duration
6.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate

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$135 USD

ECO FARM & COCOA EXPERIENCE

Experience the interesting cacao manufacturing process by visiting a traditional cacao plantation at Kobo Farm. Board your minivan for the 25-minute drive to this untouched and mystical area, where you will see the cacao forest, the flowers, and fruit. The history and culture of this tropical crop reaches back to the Mayas. You will learn about the origin of the cacao tree, the history, the first contact with Europeans, and the principal disease called monilia. You will take a guided walk where you will see different species of cacao fruit, take a break in this beautiful spot and taste fresh fruit from the "chocolate tree." You will be shown the various steps of making good chocolate and have the opportunity to taste a wonderful chocolate fondue with fresh fruit and homemade banana bread from the farm in the middle of a tropical garden. Please note: Wear comfortable walking shoes as you will be walking over both paved and dirt paths. It also involves a wet landing so bring your sandals or water shoes as well. Bring your hat, sunscreen, insect repellent and sunglasses. The guide will be waiting for you at the chocolate farm.

Port
Golfo Dulce
Time
9:00 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate

Add during booking

$185 USD

7
DEC 26, 2027
Quepos
ARRIVE
6:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

The former banana-exporting town of Quepos is your basecamp for a day of rainforest adventure. Take a walk along trails that weave up to waterfalls, or ride horseback to a beautiful jungle pool. A float trip through a mangrove swamp populated by monkeys, crocodiles, egrets, and herons is also available. Or you may choose a nature walk through Manuel Antonio National Park, with its lovely beaches, easy trails, and abundant animal life. 

8
DEC 27, 2027
Puerto Caldera
ARRIVE
6:00 AM
DISEMBARK
7:00 AM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

Located on the Gulf of Nicoya, the small town of Puerto Caldera is one of Costa Rica's top attractions, perfect for travelers who like more off the beaten path destinations where the native Tico lifestyle can be experienced. It is the gateway to San Jose, Jaco and the big city of Puntarenas, plus Los Suenos and Tortuga Island. Carara National Park is nearby, the rainforest home to crocodiles, over 400 species of birds and is considered the most likely place to see scarlet macaws.