Panama Travel and Destination Guide

Panama Travel and Destination Guide
Highlights
  • San Blas Archipelego
  • Panama Canal
  • Bocos del Toro Archipelego
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The 80km Panama Canal, transporting 12,000 ships a year between the two great oceans, is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest engineering feats. While the canal put the country on the map, there is another Panama few know about: sandy-beached islands on both coasts, steamy jungle rainforest cut by pristine waterfalls, and cool, misty mountain valleys spread with coffee plantations and framed by volcanoes. The narrowest point of a land bridge between North and South America, Panama shares the biodiversity of both, making for world-class birding and wildlife viewing. Steep, rugged mountains mean the white water is wild. And when you come up for air, Panama City may surprise you. Both the canal and a thriving international banking industry brought prosperity, and the formerly US-controlled Canal Zone can feel more like Miami than Central America.


Travel Guide for Panama.

Featured Trips in PANAMA

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10 days
Trip Style:
Classic
Service Level:
Standard
Physical Grading:
2

Highlights of Panama(CPPH)

Central America > Panama

Highlights

Exploring the Panama Canal, swimming in the crystal blue Caribbean ...

Experience the best of Panama's culture, nature and beaches on this unique 10-day adventure. Cool off in the mountain cloud forest air of Boquete before warming up to the reggae beat of the Bocas del Toro islands. Tour the world-famous Panama Canal and cruise through market lanes and colonial buildings in Panama City. Interact with the Kuna people of the San Blas Islands for an immersive experience that few tourists get to know. So pack your camera and your sense of adventure and get ready to discover the real Panama.

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14 days
Trip Style:
YOLO
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Panama Experience(CPPS)

Central America > Panama

Highlights

Opportunity to watch ships pass through the Panama Canal, kicking ...

Starting near the locks of the world-famous Panama Canal, hit the beaches and a mountain retreat on your way to San Jose. You’ll visit islands and chill to reggae beats on Caribbean beaches. Search for the elusive quetzal bird in cloud forests and shake your tail-feather in the pulsing clubs of Panama City. With your hotel and transport arranged by our CEOs, you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure. Pack your trip with everything you want—and nothing you don't—as you experience the best of southern Costa Rica and northern Panama.

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59 days
Trip Style:
YOLO
Service Level:
Basic
Physical Grading:
3

Great Mexico & Central American Journey(JPX)

Central America > Mexico

Highlights

Bargaining at local markets, exploring Mayan ruins, opportunity to snorkel ...

If you want to soak up the colours and culture of this incredible region, this is the ultimate expedition. From the Panama Canal to the magic of Mexico City, you won't miss a thing on this epic adventure that spans seven countries over two months. Explore unreal pyramids, lush cloud forests and the pristine beaches of Central America. Chill to reggae beats and feel the pulse of life in Mayan towns for an immersive experience that few travellers get to know. Our expert CEOs will take the hassle out of planning—so you can concentrate on choosing your own adventure!

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