Travel Articles: Central America & Mexico

Bordering Costa Rica's largest and most pristine nature reserve, Selva Bananito is part of the same ecosystem as the La Amistad Peace Park. The lodge prides itself on providing first-rate comfort while trying to limit human impact on the environment.

Lake Nicaragua is one of the wonders of the Western Hemisphere. One hundred miles long and as much as 46 miles wide, it is the largest freshwater lake in Central America, but it may millennia ago have been part of the sea. Learn more about Lake Nicaragua

We distinguish ourselves as the best of the best when it comes to Belize sea kayaking. Find out how our staff and camp set up make your trip more comfortable and enjoyable than any other operator.

Barton Creek is a large river cave over 4 miles long. Find out more about this popular Belize travel destination including artifacts and history of the Maya people.

Remember your childhood dream of building the best tree house ever? We are delighted to offer you an opportunity to experience this rarely visited world: join us for a trip to the rain forest canopy via our new tree platform.

Starting out from the lodge with your naturalist guide you journey into Corcovado National Park. The cool morning hours offer a good opportunity to spot wildlife and to observe some of the incredible variety of birds that abound in the park.

Read about this family trip designed around sea turtles at the neighboring Pacuare Reserve

One traveler's experience in the Chechem-Ha Cave, near San Ignacio in the Maya Mountain region of Belize. The cave holds numerous Mayan pottery fragments as well as intact pots and vessels.

Guatemala is a country of spectacular and varied landscape. Learn about the geography and ecology of Guatemala, as well as the historic reasons that the northern part of of the country has a relatively undisturbed environment.

The Garcia Sisters are accomplished Yucatecan Mayan artists in Belize. Look at how they began as artists and their inspiration from Mayan culture, herbal remedies of the rain forest, and the traditional practices of the Tanah villagers.

The Totonicapan Dance Festival in Guatemala celebrates the traditions and cultural heritage of the indigenous Mayan people. Visiting during the festivities will give travelers an opportunity to have a true cultural experience. This summarizes different dances performed during the event and the stories behind them.

The noisiest animal in the Belize jungle, howler monkeys can be seen on a number of our Belize tours that visit the rainforest.

La Cusinga Lodge is an excellent destination for travelers interested in experiencing authentic Costa Rican rainforest and contributing to conservation efforts through their visits.

Dolores Ratzun is a healer in the Guatemalan Highlands who has shared her heritage with people from around the world by advising on movies, selling handicrafts, and offering ayudante healings.

Adventure Life offers an exciting 6 day kayaking trip off the coast of Southern Belize. Camp, snorkel, kayak, and relax in this tropical paradise.

From Caribbean Travel and Life, an article written by a traveler on our Beaches and Rainforest Costa Rica tour. Includes accounts of whitewater rafting the Pacuare River, a stay along the Caribbean beach, and rainforest hikes, etc. at Selva Bananito.

The ethnic diversity of Panama is shown in the variety of traditional handicrafts it produces. Here is a sampling of Panama's rich artistic history as well as museum tour hours and dates.

Located in the Panamanian Caribbean, the Bocas del Toro region offers island beaches, jungles, and charming towns for travelers to explore. For those seeking active adventures, snorkeling is popular among visitors to this area. Whether you are looking for relaxation or an excursion, Bocas del Toro is a great addition to your Panama trip!

Statistics and important information regarding Amazon rainforest weather, area coverage, animal species, vegetation, medicines and food.

Panama is a natural land bridge that connects North and Central America with South America. Discover the rich variety of plant and animal life found here because of this.

The Community Baboon Sanctuary located along the Belize River serves to preserve forest habitat for a large population of wild primates. Learn more about their mission, history and goals.

This article details the conservation philosophy, ecotourism development and environmental programs in Belize. It also discusses the Belize Audubon Society, the leader in Belize's conservation movement.

A wonderful destination that isn't currently used in our Belize tours, but certainly worth a visit. Cascading waterfalls form the background to this ecolodge in the Mountain Pine Ridge area of Belize.

See the mission and goals the Limon Watershed Foundation of a Costa Rica: a conservation organization working to protect the Limon watershed on the Caribbean side of the country.