21-Day Best of Panama
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21-Day Best of Panama
Those determined to touch on every part of Panama during a three-week trip can do it, but just barely. It means covering an awful lot of ground and, most likely, spending quite a bit of cash. All but the most energetic will be exhausted by the time they finish everything listed here. Those with ample time but limited money can take it more slowly and rely more on buses and their own planning and less on planes and tour operators, but in that case they should build about a week more into the itinerary. (read more)
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The 10-Day Family Vacation
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The 10-Day Family Vacation
Panama is in many ways a kid-friendly country, and it’s easy to find activities, accommodations, and restaurants that cater to families. The more rugged and remote parts of the country, however, are not always appropriate places for young children. This is especially true of most parts of the Darién. (read more)
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The 14-Day Outdoor Adventure
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The 14-Day Outdoor Adventure
The ultimate Panama destination for the adrenaline set is the Darién. Attempting to hike through the Darién Gap these days is suicidal, but there are plenty of far safer but no less exciting ways to explore the forest. Ocean-to-ocean treks through the heart of the Darién are sometimes possible, but these are expensive, time-consuming, and logistically tricky. (read more)
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The 10-Day Highlights of Panama Tour
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The 10-Day Highlights of Panama Tour
Those on a tight schedule who want a broad introduction to Panama can see the capital, the canal, and the hottest highland and beach destinations in less than two weeks. This would be a jam-packed trip with little down time, but because these are popular destinations, there are good travel connections between them. Don’t be surprised, however, if you wish you had more time in every place, particularly Boquete and Bocas. (read more)
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Six Days for History Buffs
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Six Days for History Buffs
Those fascinated by Panama’s role as a crossroads of the world can cover 500 years of history in less than a week. This requires skipping most of the natural attractions of Panama and concentrating on the human efforts to conquer the isthmus by trail, railway, and canal. Most touring is within a narrow band no more than 100 kilometers or so from the capital, making this an especially economical and speedy introduction to the country. (read more)
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