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Difficulty Level
A relatively undemanding trip with a diverse itinerary, offering a mix
of culture, jungle flora and fauna, ruins and beaches.
Accommodation
9 nights simple hotels (some nights may be multi-share).
Transportation
Public bus, boat, van.
Food Included
No meals included.
Tour guide
throughout, local guides while visiting archeological sites and National
parks.
Budget
Allow USD $20 per day for food - for additional expenses, see dossier.
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Explore the 3 million year old isthmus-a natural
wonder home to more than 950 species of birds, 220 mammals and
over 10,000 plants. Enjoy wildlife spotting, hiking, horseback riding
and much more on this adventure tour that moves to an ever-present Calypso
beat. And don't forget to pick up an authentic "Panama Jack"
hat on your way to check out the canal-the largest manmade endeavor ever!
Day 1 Arrive Panama City
Day 2, 3 Bocas del Toro
Flight to Colon Island, the largest in the Bocas del Toro archipelago.
This laidback island paradise of small wooden houses and friendly locals
offers us swimming, snorkelling and SCUBA diving options. Explore Isla
Bastimentos Marine National Park for some bird spotting or take a Spanish
language lesson.
Day 4, 5 Boquete
Moving on to the cool, fresh highlands by boat and bus, we arrive in Boquete.
Coffee, flowers and citrus fruits grow amidst the mountain valleys. Enjoy
spectacular natural scenery, walking, hiking and birding in Boquete, then
take time to explore the nearby canyons, waterfalls and hotsprings. Optional
tasting tours to coffee plantations can be arranged.
Day 6, 7 El Valle
El Valle is best known for its Sunday handicrafts market. Most popular
are the clay statues, wooden trays, baskets, painted gourds, and molas-animals
brightly stitched onto cloth. Option for a refreshing swim in natural
waterfall pool, or a zipline canopy tour.
Day 8, 9 Panama City
We head back to Panama City to explore this bustling Latin American capital.
During our included city tour we make time to visit the world famous Panama
Canal.
Day 10 Depart Panama City
Included Highlights
Panama City tour & Canal visit
Bocas del Toro - snorkel/beach boat trip
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