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Day by Day Summary and Map
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Dec 7, 2025
Day 1
Colon, Panama
Upon arrival in Panama City this afternoon, transfer by land to Colon and embark the National Geographic Quest. Meet your expedition staff and enjoy a traditional Congo music and dance performance. Marvel at the coastline ahead as we sail to the historic port of Portobelo.
Monday - Dec 8, 2025
Day 2
Portobelo, Panama
Cruising the Panama Canal, Panama
This morning, explore the area on kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, Zodiac cruises upriver, or go for a snorkel. Portobelo is known for its Spanish colonial military architecture, which is designated collectively as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit several of the fortifications as well as the old Customs House, and hear the tales of Portobelo's rich pirate history. Later on, set sail for the Panama Canal. As cargo ships tend to pass through the canal during the day, we'll most likely begin our crossing at night, when the canal is dramatically lit. By special arrangement, National Geographic Quest will anchor in Gatun Lake near the Barro Colorado Nature Monument overnight. ... Read More
Tuesday - Dec 9, 2025
Day 3
Cruising the Panama Canal, Panama
Today, choose hikes and Zodiac cruises at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute facility on Barro Colorado Island, or take a boat ride to Gamboa, where the Chagres River meets the Panama Canal, and hike on the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center trails. This evening, continue through the complex lock system of the Canal and venture into the Gulf of Panama. ... Read More
Wednesday - Dec 10, 2025
Day 4
Isla de Iguana, Panama
Pedasi, Panama
This morning, we arrive at Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge. Once a US Army bombing range, this protected area is home to black and green iguanas, sea turtles, and several species of birds and tropical fish. There is time to enjoy the beach and snorkel. In the afternoon, visit the mainland for a Spanish heritage cultural experience in the town of Pedasi on the scenic Azuero Peninsula. ... Read More
Thursday - Dec 11, 2025
Day 5
Playa Muerto, Panama, Panama
Playa Muerto village is located in Darien National Park, the largest protected area in Central America and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which contains an exceptional array of habitats, from sandy beaches and mangroves to dense tropical forests teeming with wildlife. It is also home to the indigenous Embera and Wounaan tribes. We'll be greeted by village leaders from the Embera who will share their customs, traditions, and stories about their deep respect for their natural surroundings. Later on, enjoy short nature walks, go birding, or choose to join a longer hike into the rainforest in search of the elusive harpy eagle, one of the world's most powerful eagles. ... Read More
Friday - Dec 12, 2025
Day 6
Pearl Islands, Panama, Panama
Approximately 200 islands make up the idyllic Pearl Islands. Explore several of the islands in the archipelago, including Isla del Rey and Isla Pacheca, as you learn about the history of the native populations and eventually the Spaniards and African slaves who arrived for the pearl trade. Deep rainforests, lush rivers, white sandy beaches, and shallow reefs provide great opportunities for hiking, sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, Zodiac river cruises, beach activities, and snorkeling. ... Read More
Saturday - Dec 13, 2025
Day 7
Captain's Choice, United States
Sunday - Dec 14, 2025
Day 8
Balboa, Panama
After breakfast, disembark in Balboa and transfer to the airport in Panama City for your flight home.
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