Wonders of the Western Provinces

07/10

Activity

11 Days / 10 Nights

Duration

The western provinces that border with Costa Rica are not only home to rich indigenous cultures, but also incredible natural treasures: lush cloud forests, rivers perfect for rafting (Chiriqui Viejo), scenic hiking trails and more! Watch the clouds roll over the landscape as humming birds buzz by and have a swim in the soothing Caribbean waters.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Zip Lining in the Highlands

Los Quetzales Trail

White-water Rafting

Secluded Cloud Forest Explorations

Living with the Naso Indigenous Community

Bocas del Toro Archipelago

Caribbean Reef Snorkeling

Panama City Tour

PICK UP

At the Tocumen International Airport of Panama at the appropriate time for your international flight arrival. You will be returned for your departure flight.

WHAT TO WEAR

Comfortable hiking shoes, light leisure clothing, rain jacket/poncho, mosquito repellent and sunscreen. A hat, sunglasses and bathing suits are recommended.

INCLUDED

Meet and greet at the airport

10 nights of lodging + breakfast

Private transportation with A/C

Information kit

Breakfast on all days. L=lunch or D=dinner as stated in the itinerary.

NOT INCLUDED

International airfares and taxes

Domestic airfares and taxes

Alcoholic beverages and meals not specified in the itinerary

Optional activities

Gratuities and departure tax at the airport

Welcome to Panama!

Zip Line Adventure in the Highlands

Go on a short domestic flight to the highlands of Chiriqui and get your dose of adrenaline on a hair-raising canopy tour, gliding through the treetops of the cloud forest at a breathtaking speed. (B)

Los Quetzales Trail

Today hike on one of the most scenic trails in Central America and watch out for the famous Resplendent Quetzal and other wildlife species on the way. (B, L)

Rafting Chiriqui Viejo

A white water river rafting adventure awaits you today with class III – IV rapids. After rafting you will be transported up the hills to a private cloud forest reserve. (B, L, D)

5-6

Secluded Cloud Forest Explorations

Wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy your days exploring the 400 acre reserve, looking out for keystone species. A delicious dinner awaits you on the deck of the lodge in the evening, overlooking the valley at sunset as humming birds buzz by. (B, L, D)

Naso Indigenous Community

In the morning you will have a scenic road trip across the Continental Divide and take a boat ride deep in the rainforest to the small village of Bajo Sodi, where you will spend the night. This first-hand experience lets you experience the life of a Naso Tribe and some spectacular wildlife around the surrounding rainforest. (B, L)

8-9

Bocas del Toro Archipelago

Go on a boat ride to the picturesque Caribbean archipelago of Bocas del Toro and enjoy the rest of the day relaxing on the white-sanded beach or discover the ecosystem of the archipelago through snorkeling or kayaking. (B)

Panama City

Fly back to Panama City and go on an afternoon city tour, visiting the ruins of Old Panama, the Old Panama Museum and then continue to the colorful old city compound (Casco Antiguo) dating back to the late 1600’s. The afternoon ends with a visit to the Panama Canal Museum and a farewell dinner. (B, D)