Tropical Islands. Exotic Jungles. The Panama Canal.

Experience It All in Yacht Style

Natural and man-made wonders combine in this exotic region where you are an explorer by day with cocktails on the fantail of your casually elegant yacht by night. Costa Rica is one of the most ecologically diverse places on earth over landscapes of rainforest, lakes, cloudforests, volcanoes, and more, boasting an impressive variety of wildlife. Learn more about their history, flora and fauna from a local Naturalist on board and transit the massive Panama Canal during daylight hours. Against all this colour and adventure, your yacht rests at anchor awaiting your return from a delightful day of exploring. 

Which voyage will you embark on first?

*All prices listed on this website are in Australian Dollars (AUD), are indicative only, and are subject to availability, change, and potential variations due to currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges.

All-In Package – Includes beverages, Wi-Fi, and service charges. Beverages: Includes all domestic and imported beer, 33 varieties of wine or sparkling wine by the glass, plus cordials, liqueurs, aperitifs, cocktails, and mini-bar items. Cocktails are based on house and select brands, with guests able to choose from a selection of more than 40 liquors. Wi-Fi: Available in most public areas, staterooms, and suites, depending on the ship’s course and position. Connectivity may vary. Service Charges: All hotel and beverage service fees are included. If beverages are purchased à la carte, an 18% gratuity (subject to change) will be added to the purchase price. 

Not Included in Cruise Fare: International airfares from Australia, pre- and post-cruise accommodation or transfers, shore excursions, and items of a personal nature. 

Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and may be changed or cancelled at any time by Windstar Cruises. Special offers apply to new bookings only. Change and cancellation conditions apply and will be advised at the time of booking.

Experience Your Next Getaway in Casual Elegance!

Windstar Cruises operates a fleet of small casually elegant cruise ships known for their intimate yacht style experience and unique voyages to the world’s best small ports and hidden harbours. Its seven yachts carry fewer than 350 privileged guests and cruise to 52 nations, calling at 155 ports throughout Europe, the South Pacific, the Caribbean, and Central America. In 2020, Windstar worked to expand and refurbish their three power yachts, adding additional dining, a range of new suites as well as a whole host of upgraded or additional amenities.  Windstar Cruises is named World’s Best Small Ship Cruise Line by Condé Nast Traveler 2022.

Star Collector Voyages combine some of our most popular itineraries for a more in-depth exploration of each region. Featuring longer voyages of 14+ days and few repeated ports, take advantage of your time here and unpack only once. Travel the world spending more time sampling exotic cuisines, immersing yourself in new cultures, and discovering perspectives that open your heart and return home with a soul fulfilled.

All Star Collector Voyages feature FREE daily laundry, so you can travel light and come home with a well-traveled suitcase and one less chore.

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7 NIGHTS - COSTA RICA & PANAMA CANAL

- Puerto Caldera to Colon (or vice versa) -

- Attend onboard presentations from a Costa Rican Naturalist throughout your cruise

- Explore the beaches and wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park

- Find the coastline beauty of Golfo Dulce’s rainforest flora and fauna

- Don't miss an opportunity to view the plentiful marine life surrounding Isla Parida

- Appreciate this engineering feat with daylight transit of the Panama Canal

- Discover the remote and pristine coastlines of Panama and Costa Rica

- Savour the delicious spread of Windstar's Signature Onboard Barbecue to tantalise your taste buds

  Pricing available on request  

2026 Departures: 16 Mar/ 13 Apr/ 12, 16, 26 Dec

2027 Departures: 5, 12, 19, 24, 26 Jan/ 2 Feb/ 6, 20, 27 Dec

2028 Departures: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Jan/ 7, 14 Feb

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18 NIGHTS - STAR COLLECTOR: REEFS & RAINFORESTS - THE CARIBBEAN, COLOMBIA, PANAMA & COSTA RICA VIA THE PANAMA CANAL

- Bridgetown to Puerto Caldera (or vice versa) -

- Appreciate the engineering feat of the Panama Canal with daylight transit and lectures from a canal expert

- Tour the brightly coloured town centre of Willemstad, a UNESCO site

- Dive and snorkel at Bonaire’s National Marine Park, home to more than 340 fish species and the plentiful marine life of Isla Parida

- View the UNESCO World Heritage Site port and fortresses of Cartagena

- Find the Hato Caves on Curaςao with their fancifully named stalactites and stalagmites and the wildlife of Manuel Antonio National Park

- Late nights in Bequia and Kralendijk provide more time to see Bequia’s abandoned art colony and Krlendijk’s pink flamingos

- Pack light with complimentary daily laundry service

  Pricing available on request  

2026 Departures: 24 Nov

14 NIGHTS - STAR COLLECTOR: WINDWARD ISLANDS & SPANISH NEW WORLD

- Bridgetown to Balboa/Fuerte Amador (or vice versa) -

- Visit the museums of Santa Marta with their array of pre-Colombian gold and jewelry displays   

- Snorkel the impressive coral reefs of Tobago Cay at the confluence of the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea 

- Known for its brightly colored architecture, Willemstad is a UNESCO site   

- Visit Mayreau, the smallest island of the Grenadines and enjoy the exclusive Signature Beach Party  

- Discover tiny out-of-the-way ports and hidden harbors like Bocas del Toro      

- Have your binoculars ready for birdwatching on Bonaire, home of flamingos, Amazon parrots, native parakeets and pink sea salt   

- Pack light with complimentary daily laundry service

  Pricing available on request  

2027 Departures: 16 Feb

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14 NIGHTS – LATIN AMERICA EXPLORER 

- Puerto Caldera to Oranjestad - on Star Pride 

- Cross from the Pacific to the Caribbean via a full daylight transit of the iconic Panama Canal

- Overnight in Cartagena, where colonial grandeur meets vibrant Latin energy

- Uncover the untamed beauty of Bocas del Toro and the San Blas Islands

- Step onto secluded shores at Isla Parida for Windstar’s Signature Beach Barbecue

- Encounter Costa Rica’s rich wildlife in Golfo Dulce and Quepos

- Unwind along the golden beaches of Punta Leona and Playa Flamingo

- Access hidden harbours and lesser-known ports on an intimate all-suite yacht

- Savour the delicious spread of Windstar's Signature Onboard Barbecue to tantalise your taste buds 

  Pricing available on request  

2028 Departures: 21 Feb

7 NIGHTS – NATURALLY COSTA RICA 

- Puerto Caldera to Fuerte Amador -

- Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s rich biodiversity, where rainforest meets pristine coastline

- Discover Playa Flamingo’s crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life

- Step into the wild at Curú Wildlife Refuge and Manuel Antonio National Park

- Explore the lush landscapes of Quepos and the remote beauty of Golfo Dulce

-Experience Windstar’s Signature Beach Barbecue on secluded Isla Parida

- Gain deeper insight with onboard talks from a Costa Rican Naturalist

- Sail aboard an intimate yacht, unlocking hidden shores and untouched anchorages

  Pricing available on request  

2027 Departures: 9 Feb

2028 Departures: 21 Feb

7 NIGHTS – PANAMA CANAL, CARTAGENA, SAN BLAS ISLANDS & MORE 

- Fuerte Amador to Oranjestad

- Transit the legendary Panama Canal by daylight, a true feat of human ingenuity
- Overnight in Cartagena, where centuries-old walls guard a city rich in colour and culture
- Discover the untouched beauty of the San Blas Islands, with crystal-clear waters and coral reefs
 Embrace the relaxed Caribbean rhythm of Bocas del Toro’s island archipelago
-Indulge in Windstar’s Signature Beach Barbecue on a secluded island setting
- Sail through biodiverse coastlines alive with rainforest, marine life and tropical beauty
- Experience it all from an intimate yacht, designed to access smaller, more exclusive ports

  Pricing available on request  

2028 Departures:  28 Feb

14 NIGHTS – STAR COLLECTOR: COFFEE, CANAL & CALLALOO 

- San Juan to Puerto Caldera

 -Journey through the Caribbean and Central America, blending colonial heritage with untamed rainforest beauty

- Experience a full daylight transit of the Panama Canal, an extraordinary feat of engineering

- Overnight in Cartagena, where historic fortresses and vibrant culture come alive

- Discover the pristine San Blas Islands, a remote paradise of white sand and turquoise waters

- Indulge in Windstar’s Signature Beach Party on secluded Isla Parida
- Explore Santo Domingo and Isla Catalina, rich in history, culture and coastal beauty

- Encounter Costa Rica’s extraordinary biodiversity in Golfo Dulce and Quepos

- Sail aboard an intimate all-suite yacht, unlocking smaller ports and immersive experiences

  Pricing available on request  

2027 Departures: 29 Nov

7 NIGHTS – THE SPANISH MAIN: RISE OF THE NEW WORLD 

- Puerto Caldera to Colon 

- Trace the footsteps of empires through the Caribbean’s oldest colonial cities

- Overnight in Cartagena, where fortress walls and vibrant culture tell centuries-old stories

- Discover the pristine San Blas Islands and connect with the Guna Yala way of life

- Step ashore in Santo Domingo, one of the first cities of the New World

- Relax on the white sands of Isla Catalina, surrounded by coral reefs and crystal-clear waters

- Dive into pirate lore and Caribbean history woven through every port

- Sail aboard an intimate yacht, reaching smaller harbours beyond the reach of larger ships

  Pricing available on request  

2027 Departures: 29 Nov

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