Latin America Tours in January 2026
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10 best Latin America trips in January 2026
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- Panama City to Cancun Travel Pass
- San Jose to Cancun Travel Pass
- Epic Mexico to Costa Rica
- Amazing Central America (including Chitre)
- Central America Explorer (including San Juan La Laguna)
- Central American Adventure (47 destinations)
- Ultimate Central America
- Epic Central America
- Best of Central America (from Playa del Carmen to Penonome)
- 3 World Wonders 1 Tour
Duration 43 days Destinations Panama, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Mexico Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel January departure dates
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- NZ$6,276
Duration 33 days Destinations Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Bamba Travel January departure dates
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- NZ$3,754
Epic Mexico to Costa Rica
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“First three week section of the tour was brilliant; great places, very knowledgeable guide, great activities.”
Aoife, traveled in July
Duration 32 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 Jan, 2026 10+ spaces left 13 Jan, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,610
25% Off- NZ$3,458You save $1,152
Duration 28 days Destinations Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$5,827You save $648
Duration 48 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$13,765
Central American Adventure (47 destinations)
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A knowledgeable, experienced, competent person who guided us through the vagaries of Central America.”
Todd, traveled in September
Duration 34 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$9,225
Duration 59 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$17,085
Duration 45 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica Age Range 18 to 35 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
See All Departure Dates7 Jan, 2026 10+ spaces left 21 Jan, 2026 10+ spaces left From $6,950
25% Off- NZ$5,212You save $1,738
Best of Central America (from Playa del Carmen to Penonome)
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing tour! Every guide was great.”
Xiaofeng, traveled in January
Duration 45 days Destinations Mexico, Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Panama Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel January departure dates
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25% Off- NZ$12,545
3 World Wonders 1 Tour
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The communication exceeded my expectations, starting from the initial contact. The hotel accommodations were excellent, strategically located in the city center.”
Muhammad, traveled in November
Duration 12 days Destinations Peru, Brazil, Mexico Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Wanderful Holidays LLC January departure dates
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10% Off- NZ$7,728You save $859
What people love about Latin America Tours in January
- Central American Adventure (47 destinations)
Fantastic trip. This is part of a 4 leg adventure, this one I dud was the 2 middle legs (playa del Carmen to San Jose). Great guides (Fidelio, Tony & Manuel) right through. Its long days of travelling, but the destination and new friends made it so worth it. My 33 says flew by. Favourites were Belize (swimming with nurse sharks & rays, and doing the ATM cave trip) and Guatemala (animals, volcanoes, adrenalin). Would have liked to spend a day if 2 longer in Honduras, but I understand why due to security.
- Best of Central America (from Playa del Carmen to Penonome)
44 day Mexico to Panama. Only 1 or 2 overnight stops, everywhere else 2-3, travel days were mostly short around 4-5 hours average. Guide was excellent in recommending activity centers and restaurants (where he got no commission or free food that I could see, just an honest recommendation), helping learn Spanish and arranging nights out. Accommodation was mainly basic, simple twin rooms and most had 2 double beds, all of them had ensuites and some had free air con, others it was an expensive payable extra (All had fans which were good enough). Some hotels like Roatan and Boquete were amazing. Tour was alot of beach destinations with similar snorkeling/scuba/day trip options which is no surprise. Most unique tour locations were in the mainland revolving around ancient ruins (Tikal was my favourite), jungle activities like zip lining, bungee jumping, atv's etc. and scenery/wildlife tours. Private transport 90% of the time with occasional public buses which were fine as well (guide gave us cheap option to upgrade to private buses on these legs). Private buses were on the smaller side but even as a 6'4 guy I was ok with most having more than the 16 passenger seats required. Food started off heavily Mexican but once away from first couple of countries there was alot more variety. Basic food from $4 to $7, expensive up to $12-$15. Beer from $1 to $3 depending how toursity the area. Some place charged more for sift drink than beer. If you want a party place this tour might not be it, while some large palces (Cancun, Playa, San Jose) have places open all night, alot of the smaller places you go to the town is bascially dead by 10 or 11 and the hotels either dont have bars or dont want you making noise. If you like other substances they ARE everywhere, weed from $5 to $12 a gram, more in cities, less rural. Nobody cared and alot of people did it openly at bars in small towns. Weather was harm and humid every day and that was at the end of the summer season. Only need 1 pair of pants, 1 jumper for occasional stops in mountain places, everywhere else singlets and shorts are fine with no dress code at any bar even in the cites (except Panama City). Enjoy.
- Central American Journey: Rainforests & Ruins
This trip was phenomenal and was a great balance of fun, culture, experience, and adventure. I feel very satisfied with how everything went and have enjoy every minute of the trip. Both tour guides were amazing and supportive and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this trip to anyone interested in such.
What our customers ask about Latin America Tours in January 2026
What is the weather like across Latin America in January?
January brings distinct weather patterns across Latin America's regions. Costa Rica sees dry conditions with temperatures of 75-85°F (24-29°C). Peru and Bolivia's Andes experience their rainy season with periodic afternoon showers though mornings stay clear. Summer arrives in southern Chile and Argentina bringing pleasant temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C). A guest at Casa Andina Premium hotel in Cusco noted "even with some rain January was still great for exploring the ruins and mountains."
What are the most recommended outdoor activities in Latin America for January?
The varied landscape offers excellent outdoor pursuits in January. Visitors head to Costa Rica's Monteverde Cloud Forest for hiking and zipline adventures. The Bariloche Lake District draws kayakers and hikers while Chile's Atacama Desert provides clear night skies for stargazing. A recent visitor reported "January provided perfect weather for hiking Arenal Volcano and white water rafting in La Fortuna Costa Rica."
Is January considered high or low season for Latin America travel?
Peak tourist season hits most of Latin America in January especially Brazil Argentina and beach destinations. Popular accommodations like the Windsor Plaza Copacabana in Rio and Jose Antonio hotels in Lima book quickly. Expect larger crowds at major attractions though seasoned guides know how to navigate the busy season. As one traveler noted: "Even though it was high season our guide knew the best times to visit major sites to avoid the biggest crowds."
What are the best destinations to visit in Latin America during January?
The first month brings optimal conditions to key destinations. Wildlife viewing peaks in the Galapagos Islands. Patagonia's national parks Torres del Paine and Los Glaciares offer clear hiking trails. Brazil's beaches from Rio to Paraty reach their prime season. One visitor shared: "January was perfect for combining Patagonia hiking from Hosteria Los Hielos with beach time in Rio at the Copacabana Palace Hotel."
What cultural experiences are unique to Latin America in January?
The calendar opens with vibrant cultural celebrations. Mexico honors Three Kings Day with events near Casa Santo Domingo. Rio's samba schools begin carnival preparations with open rehearsals. Sacred Valley archaeological sites host traditional New Year ceremonies. A guest noted: "The January cultural festivals around Lake Atitlan while staying at Hotel Atitlan were unforgettable."
What water-based activities are best in Latin America during January?
Warm waters create ideal conditions for aquatic adventures. Brazil's Costa Verde near Pousada Picinguaba offers prime snorkeling and diving. The Galapagos Islands welcome swimmers to share waters with sea lions near Pikaia Lodge. Grey Glacier in Patagonia allows kayaking among icebergs. According to one visitor: "The water activities in January were fantastic especially around Ilha Grande while staying at Pousada Asalem."