Las Montañas de Panamá
La Cordillera Central se extiende por el centro de Panamá formando la División Continental y separando las costas del Pacífico y el Caribe. En los destinos de montaña, los viajeros disfrutarán amplio acceso a montañas, ríos y bosques. Los senderos permiten explorar al aire libre, incluyendo el avistamiento de aves y la observación de vida silvestre. Adicionalmente el clima frío de estos destinos es una agradable alternativa a las áreas calientes de las costas de Panamá.
Western Highlands
Mountains surrounding Boquete offer slopes covered in a patchwork of coffee plantations. It’s also just outside of Barú Volcano National Park, which is Panama’s only volcano and most awe-inspiring peak.
On a clear day, hikers who ascend Barú Volcano will have views of both the Caribbean and the Pacific. Getting to the peak takes 4 to 5 hours. Along the way, you’ll enjoy picturesque views of the surrounding farmland. Fill your lungs with the brisk mountain air and your memory with one of the prettiest landscapes in Panama.
Central Panama
El Valle de Anton offers a variety of distinctive highland attractions, but none more exciting than the peaks of the surrounding mountains. Nestle yourself into an adorable bed and breakfast, or take in the misty view of the canopy from a mountain lodge.
You’ll find this cozy mountain town just outside of Cerro Gaital National Park, where you can hike on trails around the peaks of Cerro Gaital, Cerro Pajita, and Cerro Caracoral. The India Dormida ” peak is one of the most popular hikes in the area, and offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.