Panama Authentic: City, Islands, Nature

Upon arrival in Panama, you discover Panama City, a city marked by its canal that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In the distance, skyscrapers draw a contemporary line, while below, the cobbled streets of Casco Viejo recall the capital's colonial past.

For your welcome, a private shuttle awaits you at the airport and takes you directly to your hotel.

You will depart very early in the morning, around 5am, to drive to the port of Basukun or Carti

Upon your arrival, a water taxi takes you to a first island to discover the Guna Yala culture (San Blas), before heading to an island dedicated to relaxation, where lunch is planned.

Your excursion continues in the afternoon and the next day, with the discovery of other islands and a natural swimming pool.

The San Blas archipelago has approximately 332 islands and islets in the Caribbean waters of Panama and Colombia. Some islands are inhabited by the Kunas Yalas, while others welcome travelers.

On site, accommodation services remain simple, for a stay centered on discovering the archipelago.

Two nights with full board in private Pelicano cabins, with fan, mosquito net, toilet and shower in the cabin.

You enjoy your last morning in the San Blas archipelago to relax and savor a few hours of leisure on the island.

After lunch on site, you hit the road to leave the San Blas, with an expected arrival around 6:30 PM.

In the morning, you pick up your rental vehicle and head towards the Gamboa Rainforest (Soberanía) and the Caribbean coast. You then continue to the Gamboa national park.

From your hotel, several activities are possible depending on your preferences: guided walks in the national park among wildlife and waterfalls, visit to a sloth sanctuary, boat ride on the canal and to the monkey islands, zip-lining and aerial tram, biking or a day with the Emberas, native people cultivating cacao.

3 nights at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort 4* Hotel, with breakfast included.

You will join the Portobelo and Cacique region, in the center of Panama's Caribbean coast, a territory marked by both its history and tropical seaside landscapes. Here, colonial heritage can still be read in the stones, alongside nature that has remained largely preserved.

In Portobelo, the fortifications and the Customs Museum, inscribed in UNESCO's World Heritage, testify to the historical role of the bay in the trade of gold and silver from the Americas.

Your hotel is located in an area conducive to observing animals and birds. We encourage you to enjoy a slower pace, between the hotel and the garden.

And if you wish to be more active, your hosts will be able to suggest several excursions to you and help you book them.

3 nights at Hotel Vista Caribe 3*.

Along the way, you can stop at the village of La Pintada, where the making of handmade hats continues, mainly thanks to elderly residents. You can also stop at an eco-agricultural farm in La Chorrea, which grows pineapples, cocoa and coffee.

You will then continue towards a small village with a cooler climate, located in the heart of the crater of a dormant volcano. Here, the atmosphere invites you to take your time: you can explore a tropical forest dotted with suspension bridges, leading to a waterfall.

Hiking enthusiasts will appreciate the accessible trails, some of which can be suitable for young hikers from 4 years old, provided they have an adventurous spirit.

For a gentler experience, you can also rent bikes: from the main avenue, the streets lined with greenery reveal a peaceful atmosphere.

Among the possible activities, you can consider a visit to the butterfly greenhouse, the serpentarium or the local market, a lively place to discover the culture of the Anton Valley, with crafts, local specialties and fresh fruits.

3 nights at the Golden Frog Inn Boutique Hotel 3*

Mid-day, you will resume your journey towards Panama City.

Upon arrival, your evening is free in the financial center, to enjoy the city at your own pace.

Night at the Best Western Zen Hotel 3*.

You will board at 7:30 AM for your ferry from Amador port, at the exit of Panama City.

After 1 hour 30 minutes of crossing, you will arrive on the island of Saboga, where a hotel member will pick you up.

While waiting for check-in, you can choose between two options:

• go on an excursion to two small islands for snorkeling and relaxation — Mogo Mogo and Chapera —

• or discover the 7 beaches of the island, also suitable for snorkeling and relaxation.

You will then settle into your hotel for 3 nights, around 2pm.

The Pearl Archipelago comprises 7 islands, of which 4 are inhabited, in the bay of the Pacific Ocean off Panama. The 3 other islands remain privatized natural parks and preserved.

The Pacific Ocean is renowned for big game fishing and sport fishing, and these islands are also suitable for relaxation on white sand beaches, as well as for snorkeling activities.

3 nights at the Hotel El Remanso Saboga Suites 3*.

In the afternoon, at 3 p.m., you will take the ferry from Saboga island towards Panama City.

The day is free. You will check out at 12pm, and your luggage can be stored at reception so you can enjoy the remaining time with ease.

Your departure for Tocumen International Airport is scheduled in the afternoon or evening, approximately 3 hours before your flight.