Belize Cayo Espanto
A private island with just seven villas, each with its own butler and a dock over the water.
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central america
Central America fits an extraordinary amount into a small space. In a single day you can walk through rainforest in the morning and swim in the Caribbean or the Pacific by the afternoon.
Costa Rica is the easiest place to start, with excellent lodges, wildlife everywhere and a real focus on conservation. Belize has the longest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, private cayes and Mayan sites deep in the jungle.
Guatemala is the cultural heart of the region, with colonial Antigua, Lake Atitlán and the temples of Tikal. Panama pairs its canal and capital with remote islands on both coasts, and El Salvador’s surf beaches and volcanoes are still largely undiscovered.
We usually combine a nature lodge with a beach, and keep the transfers short with small planes and private drivers.
where to go
Five countries, each with its own mix of wildlife, culture and coast. Hover over one to find out more.
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where to stay
Small, characterful places we're always happy to recommend, from lakeside houses to private islands.
Belize A private island with just seven villas, each with its own butler and a dock over the water.
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Photo: Pigment-Ink, CC BY-SA 4.0 Costa Rica Riverside suites deep in the rainforest, reached by white-water raft. Wonderfully remote.
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Guatemala A small, colourful hotel on the shore of Lake Atitlán, looking across to its three volcanoes.
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El Salvador A beautifully restored colonial house in Suchitoto, with gardens, art and excellent food.
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Panama A private archipelago in the Gulf of Chiriquí, with a handful of casitas and superb diving and fishing.
Ask us about this hotelLooking for something different? We work with many more hotels and villas in this part of the world, and we'll happily suggest the right one for you.
Yes. Costa Rica is one of the easiest countries in the Americas to travel in, with good roads, short flights and superb nature lodges.
The dry season, from December to April, is the most popular. The green season from May to November brings lush landscapes, fewer visitors and afternoon showers, and can be a lovely time to travel.
Costa Rica and Panama, or Guatemala and Belize, pair well and are linked by short flights. We’ll plan a route that balances time in the forest with time on the beach.
Costa Rica and Belize are wonderful for families, with zip lines, wildlife walks, snorkelling and relaxed beach hotels.
Light layers, good walking shoes, a waterproof and insect repellent. Cloud forests can be cool in the evenings, so bring a warm layer too.
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