Region Guides
Backpacking Central America: Routes, Costs & Travel Tips
Mayan ruins, tropical rainforests, surfer beaches, and colorful towns — Central America has got it all! While there may be certain challenges to be aware of, this collection of bite-size countries is affordable, filled with epic experiences, and safer than you may think.
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Get ready for one big burrito of ancient history, incredible cuisine, stunning beaches and colorful cities
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Belize
A creole English-speaking country with a Caribbean vibe, now best known for its newly protected Belize Barrier Reef
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Guatemala
Smoking volcanoes, epic lake Atitlan, and the biggest Mayan ruins make Guatemala an essential stop in Central America
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El Salvador
Now safer than it’s ever been, this Central American country is definitely not one to skip
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Nicaragua
An enticing budget alternative to Costa Rica thanks to some of the lowest travel cost in Central America
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Costa Rica
Easily see lots of jungle wildlife in this world-leading ecotourism destination that’s living the “pura vida”
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Panama
Famous for its canal, Panama may surprise you with its eco-experiences and surfer beaches
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Cuba
This colorful but complex Caribbean country is like entering a timewarp. Rum, cigars, and vintage cars await!
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