Discover Panama

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Panama is more than the canal it’s where two oceans meet, jungles stay wild and ancient cultures thrive. Once a key route for Spanish treasure fleets and pirates, today it’s Central America’s best-kept secret

Over 40% of the country is protected rainforest, home to monkeys, jaguars, and rare birds. Islands like San Blas remain untouched, run by the Indigenous Guna people who preserve their traditions.

Unlike its neighbor Costa Rica, Panama still feels raw, authentic, and undiscovered. The kind of place where you can surf Pacific waves, hike a volcano and sip rum on a deserted Caribbean beach, all in one trip.

Tips & Tricks for Panama

Carry cash as well as cards – In Panama City you can pay by card in most places but in islands and mountain towns cash is essential. ATMs are rare so take out enough before you go off grid.
Choose the right season – The dry season from December to April is the easiest time to travel with calm seas and clear skies. The wet season makes the jungles lush and green but expect daily afternoon showers.
Travel like a local – Long distance buses are cheap and reliable. In island regions you can hop on a lancha water taxi or use shared 4x4s called chivas.
Taste the coffee as well as the rum – Panama is home to some of the most exclusive coffee in the world especially Geisha beans from Boquete. A tasting tour is like a wine experience but with caffeine.
Respect Indigenous lands – In San Blas or the Darién you are entering communities that have lived here for centuries. Follow local rules and ask before taking photos.
Stay flexible – Panama still feels wild and authentic so expect plans to change. Boat rides depend on tides buses run on their own time and sometimes the adventure is in the journey itself.

Popular Things To Do

Sail the San Blas Islands – Spend a few days moving between palm dotted islets where the Guna people welcome you with fresh lobster and stories of their traditions. Sleep in rustic huts and wake to sunrises that feel untouched by time.
Surf Playa Venao – Whether you are a beginner or a pro the waves here are consistent and powerful. The beach has a lively surf culture with sunrise yoga sessions and bonfire parties after dark.
Dive Coiba National Park – Once a prison island now a UNESCO site Coiba is one of the richest marine parks in the Pacific. Diving here means swimming with whale sharks dolphins and rays in waters that feel wild and remote.
Hike Volcán Barú – Trek through cloud forest trails once used by Indigenous traders and reach the summit before sunrise. On a clear morning you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea from the same peak.

Discover Panama

Panama is more than the canal it’s where two oceans meet, jungles stay wild and ancient cultures thrive. Once a key route for Spanish treasure fleets and pirates, today it’s Central America’s best-kept secret

Tips & Tricks for Panama

Popular Things To Do

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