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Panama nature vacations
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In the span of a single vacation you have the chance to explore wildly different natural attractions. See rainforests on the sides of mountain mountains. Leave the beach to set sail for mangroves and volcanic islands. No matter where you go in Panama, you’ll see a colorful and memorable nature.

PLANNING A NATURE VACATION IN PANAMA

Panama is set at the crossroads of South America and Central America, making it a great spot for different types of wildlife. It’s especially known for its birds, reptiles, and butterflies.

Trips to inspire

Browse some of our favorite itineraries

Get excited and browse our selection of our favorite hand made tours from around the world. From romantic honeymoons to family-fun; these are completely flexible and arranged to your needs.

9 daysFrom $928 per person

Canal, Beach, & Nature = Family Fun

This vacation, do a little of everything when you explore the city, forest, and beach on this awesome family getaway to Panama. Nature and knowledge await you.

Canal, Beach, & Nature = Family Fun

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9 daysInquire

Exploring Panama at The Pace of You

Take yourself on a grand getaway in paradise full of Caribbean cuisine, cultural exchanges, and exciting adventures. It’s as simple as booking this Signature Trip to Panama.

Exploring Panama at The Pace of You

Panama

13 daysInquire

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.

A Birding Journey in The Tropics

Panama

9 daysFrom $1,090 per person

A Beautiful Vacation Beyond Our Expectations

It was a beautiful vacation.

A Beautiful Vacation Beyond Our Expectations

Panama

23 daysFrom $2,475 per person

No Joke. We Did it All!

We spent almost 23 days exploring all over — from Panama City to Isla Carenero, Boquete, Boca Chica, Santa Catalina...we did it all.

No Joke. We Did it All!

Panama

9 daysFrom $790 per person

A 'Best Of' Panama Family Adventure

This family adventure is a trip to paradise complete with magical forests, stunning beaches, marine wildlife, vibrant cities, and memories waiting to be made. Welcome to Panama.

A 'Best Of' Panama Family Adventure

Panama

8 daysFrom $2,198 per person

A Spring Surf and Sun Getaway

Beautiful place. Everyone we interacted with was so helpful, kind, and patient. They made us feel at home.

A Spring Surf and Sun Getaway

Panama

8 daysFrom $673 per person

Family Road Trip and Island Adventure

Planning a family trip for twelve is not easy, but thanks to Anywhere.com, we got to experience the full flavor of Panama. Panama City is a wonderful destination, and we made some lasting memories.

Family Road Trip and Island Adventure

Panama

12 daysFrom $1,306 per person

Our Adventure-Loving Trip

We have always lived by the beach, so we were more interested in the city, history, culture, food, and non-beach related outdoor activities for this trip. We were ready for adventure, and Boquete in Panama had it all!

Our Adventure-Loving Trip

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Where to stay

Panama remote resorts

Remote lodges on Isla Bastimentos and in the Boquete highlands.

Red Frog Beach Resort

Very Good
8.3/ 10·1,271 reviews

The Red Frog Beach Resort is located on Bastimentos Island in the Bocas del Toro Archipelago. This resort combines a stunning location with beautiful and comfortable accommodations.

Boquete Tree Trek Mountain Resort

Excellent
9.0/ 10·915 reviews

Zipline cables stretch directly across the grounds of Boquete Tree Trek Mountain Resort, an ecotour bed & breakfast set inside a national park in Los Naranjos, Panama. The single-level venue holds 13 rooms on terrain without elevators or wheelchair access. Guests step straight from the main building onto hiking paths and canopy lines, or gather around a fireplace in the lobby.

Casa Cayuco Eco-Adventure Lodge

Excellent
9.0/ 10·15 reviews

Casa Cayuco sounds like a beautiful and unique place to stay! It seems like they’ve really embraced the natural surroundings in their design. Whether you’re looking for a cozy treehouse experience or a room with a view of the water, it looks like there’s something for everyone.

Tranquilo Bay

Tranquilo Bay is a gorgeous eco-resort set on Bastimentos Island in Bocas del Toro. The resort has six cozy cabanas and great access to the outdoors. It’s a great choice for travelers who want a quiet and natural experience in Panama.

Top experiences

Rainforest walks

A jungle and canal day tour from Panama City and a guided walk in the Territories of Urraca on the Azuero Peninsula.

The Territories of Urraca
Guided ToursNature Walk

Urraca was an indigenous chief who battled with Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century. During this full-day tour, you’ll explore some of the places he presided over, including Santiago, San Francisco, and the La Yegunda Lagoon.

Jungle Canal Day Tour
Boat ToursFresh Water FishingKayaking1+

This tour covers some of the most interesting parts of the Panama Canal. Lake Gatún makes up a 21-mile (33-m) section of the canal. This area used to be a lush valley – it was flooded to make a manmade lake between 1906 and 1914.

Find New Ways to Explore

There are many ways to spend your time in the Panamanian outdoors. You can hike through forests, surrounded by the noises of playful monkeys and colorful birds. Go kayaking or snorkeling around the islands in Bocas . Try horseback riding along a beach in Central Panama , or go on nature walks that will take you over suspension bridges in the rainforest canopy.

Pristine Nature

The islands of Bocas del Toro and the San Blas Islands make for incredible sightseeing destinations. San Blas is the home of the traditional Guna community, and they work to conserve it for future generations. Bocas del Toro has intensely biodiverse forests and coastal areas — while you explore here you’ll have the chance to stay at luxury resorts and ecologically friendly hotels.

See Nature On Your Terms

Let us know how you envision your ideal nature vacation and we'll work with you to make it a reality. We can book you a hotel right outside of Panama’s top natural attractions.

Let us Help

There’s a lot to choose from, but we can help plan an itinerary that covers as much ground as you want. It’s easier than you think to get to some of Belize’s most remote destinations. We’ll help you pick the best activities for your budget and make sure you catch the right boat.

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Rainforest Destinations

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Panama Beachfront Hotels

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Panama Remote Resorts

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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.

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Private drivers; English-speaking available.

Avoid the crowds in private day tours.

Better stays, better pacing, better reservations.

Insider-only experiences and exclusive local partners.

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