CYCLE NICARAGUA, COSTA RICA AND PANAMA

They are all Haro bikes (with either disc brakes or v-brakes).

Bikes are equipped with semi-slick tread road type tyres.

Each bike has a small seat pouch containing spare inner tube, patch kit and small tools. These can be removed and you can use the space for small camera etc. The guide always carries spare parts, so each bike doesn't need to have spares at all times.

All the bikes have 2 water bottles.

All the bikes have front suspension only.

Many clients bring their own saddle but there is no need to bring it with the seat post. Please take just the saddle.

It is possible if you really want to but there is no need for it because the support vehicle follows you all the time. However if you need them please let us know in advance.

The bikes can be equipped with either clip-in Shimano SPD pedals, toe-clip pedals or the standard flat ones. If you prefer to use toe-clip or SPD ones please let us know in advance and please take appropriate shoes.

For most of the trip, particularly on Ometepe Island and most of Panama we cycle on rural quiet backroads so stopping frequently is easy. 

Not really, mainly undulating at best.  This trip is well withing the capabilities of reasonably fit, and occassional cyclists, but the humidity does tend to play a part.

Yes, but don't wear it when you're on your bike!

Yes, Dan Jackson, one of our staff members, travelled on this trip in 2008. Please read his article to get a personal viewpoint of the holiday.

Most clients are eligible to travel via the US under the US Visa Waiver Programme, however to do this you must register for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). This must be done prior to departure - more details can be found at www.exodus.co.uk/usvisa

Please visit the Exodus Travel Guide to Costa Rica.

Our country guide to Costa Rica will provide you with all the travel information you need to prepare for your holiday.

Most clients are eligible to travel via the US under the US Visa Waiver Programme, however to do this you must register for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). This must be done prior to departure - more details can be found at www.exodus.co.uk/usvisa

Most clients are eligible to travel via the US under the US Visa Waiver Programme, however to do this you must register for an ETA (Electronic Travel Authority). This must be done prior to departure - more details can be found at www.exodus.co.uk/usvisa

Please download this PDF document to assist you in your preparation for flying with your bike.

As soon as we have reached the minimum numbers to guarantee the departure we will let our clients know or if we intend to cancel the departure we will endeavour to advise with appropriate notice.

If you are on the group flights or have pre-arranged this, an Exodus representative will meet you on arrival and transfer you to your Start Point/Hotel.

It is a condition of joining any of our holidays that you must be insured against medical and personal accident risks (to include repatriation costs, air ambulance and helicopter rescue services). We also strongly recommend that you take out cancellation insurance.

Our insurance policy is designed specifically to cover the potential risks on our holidays, and you should be aware that some policies do not include, or restrict, cover for this type of travel. If you do not take our policy, you must ensure that the policy you do take provides an equivalent level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

View insurance premiums and policy documents

If you've booked on two or more trips with Exodus, you will receive a 5% discount on your next Exodus booking. Dedicated travellers who've been on nine or more trips with Exodus will receive a 10% discount on all subsequent bookings.

Please note: Currently loyalty rewards cannot be applied through web bookings but you can advise us that you are eligible on the online booking form and we will check our records and your final balance will reflect your entitlement. Alternatively, please call 0845 330 6008 and speak to one of our travel experts.

We recommend Nomad Travel Stores & Clinics - Nomad provide expert advice on vaccinations, anti-malarials and staying healthy whilst overseas and we're delighted Nomad are also offering all Exodus customers 15% off any kit and 10% off vaccinations online or in any of their stores.

If you download the trip notes from each trip screen, you'll find all (or nearly all!) of the information that you require about each holiday.  Amongst other things, the trip notes contain useful information about: group flights; airport transfers; day-to-day activities; climate; accommodation; food; transport; insurance; visas; vaccinations; money issues; what to take; and reading lists.