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Panamá Excursions

Land of bountiful nature

A variety of beautiful landscapes, exceptionally gorgeous beaches, and a remarkably diverse fauna and flora make Panamá a choice vacation destination. Its unique culture is the result of a rich colonial past and the ever-present Spanish language.


YAYAS FALLS Surrounded by lush forest filled with exotic birds and amazing flora, walk to Yayas Falls where water rushes down huge volcanic rocks. Enjoy a swim in the natural pool formed by the falls.	HORSEBACK RIDING An adventurous horseback riding experience through La Pintada’s primary forests. Admire petroglyphs made by ancient peoples, then savour lunch in an Argentinian restaurant.

CANOPY ADVENTURE For thrill-seeking nature lovers! Slide down along a specialized cable set between tree-top platforms to get a bird’s-eye view of the flora and fauna below.	PARTIAL CANAL Sail through the canal that connects the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans. Cross two locks with a total drop of 27 metres, before sailing across Lake Miraflores to the port of Balboa on the Pacific Ocean.

CARIBBEAN BEACH AND PANAMA CANAL RAILWAY Drive by bus to the province of Colon to see the San Lorenzo Fort, before visiting the city of Portobelo and touring the Gatun Locks. Head to the beach for lunch and a swim. Board the Panama Express, the first interoceanic railway, for the return trip along the Canal to Panama City.	CULTURE AND CRAFTS Discover the heart of the province of Coclé, where traditional crafts are still an integral part of daily life, followed by a trip to the charming city of Penonomé. Visit a cathedral and city market, and explore El Cano’s San Antonio district and archaeological museum.

PANAMA CANAL EXPEDITION Journey to the heart of the rich tropical ecosystem of a rain forest, alive with capucin and howler monkeys, sloths, and myriad bird species such as toucans, herons, egrets, and kingfishers.	EMBERA INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY Travel upriver in a ‘piragua’ to an Embera Village to experience firsthand the traditional life of the Embera indigenous community. Discover their traditions and culture and learn about medicinal herbs from their shaman.

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1. The information on the destination and excursions or activities contained in this page is indicative only. Tours and excursions are provided and operated by local service providers. Some excursions or activities may not be suitable for everyone. Participation is left to your discretion and is at your own initiative and risk of loss, damage or injury.

2. The Tour Operator makes no representation as to the quality or safety of any excursion or activity and shall not be liable for any cancellation, delay, loss, damage, accident or injury, nor for any representation made by the operator of such excursion or activity, who is a third party over whom the Tour Operator does not have control.

3. Your participation in any excursion or activity is subject to the terms and conditions of the operator.