Costa Rica & Panama Canal

Feb 16, 2026 — Feb 23, 2026

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PUERTO CALDERA, SAN JOSE' → COLON

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.

1
FEB 16, 2026
Puerto Caldera
EMBARK
1:00 PM
DEPART
6:00 PM
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.

2
FEB 17, 2026
Golfo Dulce
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
0

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 with a wet landing.

3
FEB 18, 2026
Quepos
ARRIVE
6:00 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
YES
SHORE EXCURSIONS
1

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. 

Quepos: Traditional Culinary Experience

Time
8:00 AM
Duration
5 Hours
Activity Level
Easy
Price
$209
4
FEB 19, 2026
Isla Parida
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
6:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
2

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.

Isla Parida, Concierge Collection: Chiriqui Gulf Fishing Tour

Time
9:45 AM
Duration
3.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$685

Isla Parida, Hiking on Parida Island

Time
9:30 AM
Duration
2.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate-Strenuous
Price
$75
5
FEB 20, 2026
AT SEA
6
FEB 21, 2026
Balboa / Fuerte Amador
ARRIVE
8:00 AM
DEPART
5:00 PM
MARINA
NO
SHORE EXCURSIONS
6

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.

Balboa, Authentic Emberá Indigenous Village

Time
9:00 AM
Duration
6 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$149

Balboa, Concierge Collection: Half Day Private Car & Guide

Time
8:30 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Easy
Price
$499

Balboa, Concierge Collection: Full Day Private Car & Guide

Time
8:30 AM
Duration
8 Hours
Activity Level
Easy
Price
$699

Balboa, Monkey Watch

Time
8:30 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$115

Balboa, Panama City & Miraflores Locks

Time
8:30 AM
Duration
4 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate-Strenuous
Price
$119

Balboa, Gamboa Aerial Tram

Time
8:30 AM
Duration
4.5 Hours
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
$125
7
FEB 22, 2026
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.

Star Pride

number of decks
6 Decks
yacht length
440 ft (134 meters)
yacht crew size
140 Crew Members
yacht guest capacity
312 Guests

Staterooms

Room Size 468 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

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Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Starting from

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
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Starting from

Room Size 575 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
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Room Size 400 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 3 Passengers
Amenities

Room Size 277 sq ft
Max. Occupancy 2 Passengers
Amenities
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