Central America

From mid-2021 to mid-2022, we explored the vibrant heart of Central America, each country offering its own unforgettable moments. In Guatemala, we witnessed the powerful beauty of active volcanoes and were swept up in the colorful and awe-inspiring Semana Santa celebrations. Costa Rica amazed us with its lush wildlife; with the red-eyed tree frogs being our favorites—while island-hopping in Honduras gave us world class snorkeling and Nicaragua the opportunity to peer into the smoky depths of a massive volcanic crater.  We wrapped up this leg of the journey in Panama, where we shipped our camper to Colombia to begin the next chapter.

Colorful street decorated with intricate sawdust carpets during Semana Santa celebrations in Guatemala, featuring vibrant floral patterns and local participants involved in the creation.
A colorful tuk-tuk with artistic decorations showcasing landmarks, parked on a cobblestone street in Central America.
Couple posing at the Volcán de Acatenango welcome sign in Guatemala, surrounded by lush greenery.
Kara joyfully pointing at the iconic yellow arch with a clock in Antigua, Guatemala, surrounded by cobblestone streets and colorful buildings.
A red-eyed tree frog sitting on a person's hand, showcasing its vibrant green body and orange limbs.
Kara joyfully holding two red-eyed tree frogs in a lush green environment.
Our truck parked under a shelter next to a shipping container yard, with large containers stacked in the background.
A person stands in the center of a historic building with arched ceilings and brick walls, gazing towards a bright sky.
A couple stands smiling at the rim of a large volcanic crater with turquoise water at the bottom, showcasing vibrant rock formations under a bright blue sky.
A scenic view of a landscape featuring a lake, rolling hills, and a small building with a steeple. The sky is partly cloudy, creating a vibrant atmosphere.
A dramatic view of an active volcano at sunset, with glowing lava visible in the crater and smoke rising into the sky.
A large, ancient Tikal pyramid surrounded by lush vegetation, with a Jason sitting at the base of the steps.
Jason standing in front of the Tikal temple in Guatemala, looking at the ancient structure surrounded by lush greenery under a cloudy sky.
Kara relaxing in a natural pool with cascading waterfalls and lush greenery surrounding the area.
Jason and Kara on a hiking trail with a scenic view of lake Atitlan and mountains in the background.
Fuego volcano erupting with smoke against a colorful sunset sky.
A close-up of a Guatemalan Farmers hands holding a basket filled with freshly harvested coffee cherries.