A Birding Journey in The Tropics
Grab your binoculars and your guidebook! You're about to check a variety of beautiful birds off of your list in the rainforests and cloud forests of Panama.
Out of all the countries in the world, why choose Panama?
Look beyond Panama’s world-famous canal, and you'll quickly realize that the nation is a tropical paradise with a cosmopolitan city, beautiful beaches, and interesting islands. Diverse landscapes mean fascinating history and a variety of wildlife. Discover the wonder of Panama.
What we think you will like most about this trip…
Planning a vacation is difficult enough, but planning a getaway based around your unique hobby can be downright overwhelming! Thankfully, you're partnering with Anywhere. Fun fact: the avid birders on our team have designed this Signature Trip with you in mind; visit the best spots at the best times.
A complicated trip made simple.
Vacation time is your time to explore the world your way. This trip is the perfect blend of trying something new and indulging in your passions. Be a bird of paradise when you book this extraordinary Signature Trip to Panama with your Anywhere Local Expert.
Places you'll stay
Gamboa
Lying along the banks of the Panama Canal halfway across the isthmus, Gamboa is about a 45-minute drive from Panama City. With an abundance of natural beauty and an incredibly close distance to Panama City, this area is simply a must for anyone passing through the capital.
Destination
Panama City
Panama City is a hub in every sense of the word. Located in the Gulf of Panama along the Pacific Coast, Panama City sits in the heart of the country and serves as the main artery through which the rest of Panama receives its visitors, commerce, and culture.
Destination
El Valle de Anton
Nestled into the valley of an extinct volcano, El Valle is a pleasant highland town in central Panama. Its 600 meters above sea level make it much cooler than the lowlands, and its wide range of activities – including canopy tours, hot springs, and a bustling Sunday market – attract both Panamanians and foreigners alike.
Destination
Boquete
The small town of Boquete sits in the highlands of Panama’s Chiriquí province, snugly fitted into a lush valley and surrounded by towering mountains, gushing streams, and abundant coffee farms. Though once a sleepy mountain town forgotten by time, Boquete is beginning to see more and more tourists these days, and for good reason – its natural beauty is astounding and its range of activities spectacular. Panama’s only volcano, Volcán Barú, lies only 9 km away, providing visitors with excellent hiking, nature viewing, and camping. Boquete’s other attractions include white-water rafting, canopy tours, hot springs, botanical gardens, and more.
Destination
Moments to look forward to
Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is one of the world’s most impressive engineering feats. The canal extends 80 kilometers (50 mi) from Panama City on the Pacific Ocean to Colón on the Caribbean Sea. It’s built at one of the lowest and narrowest points in Panama, and runs right through the Continental Divide. More than 14,000 ships pass through the canal annually, carrying some 300 million tons of cargo. As such, the Panama Canal is one of the largest generators of income for Panama—in 2011, the canal generated $800 million, some two percent of the country’s GDP.
Attraction
Panama City
Partial Transit of the Panama Canal
Tour
Boquete
Waterfall Hike
Tour
Incredible Stays
Hotel Recommendation #1
A 7.8/5 guest-rated stay in Gamboa.
Hotel Recommendation #2
A hand-picked stay in Panama City.
Hotel Recommendation #3
A 8.4/5 guest-rated stay in Valle de Anton.
Hotel Recommendation #4
A 9/5 guest-rated stay in Boquete.
Curated to you
Insider-led Panama Design & Concierge
Your insider team designs the trip around what you care about, then supports you in-country with private logistics, vetted partners, and concierge help when plans change.
