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Experiences you have as you travel often hold the longest memories. As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know Panama, and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
Ember谩 Indian Village
This tour goes up into the hills outside Panama City to the Chagres River where you transfer with your guide onto an open-top Ember谩 motorized canoe. You zip along the clear river waters by boat through beautiful scenery to visit the small indigenous community of Ember谩 Indians in the Chagres National Park.
Panama City & Canal Tour
The tour of Panama City takes in the Miraflores Locks on the Panama Canal, Panama Viejo and Casco Antiguo. The tour begins with a visit to the impressive Miraflores Locks on the Panama Canal.
Gat煤n Lake Boat Tour & Rainforest Hike
Travel along the scenic Gamboa Road to the Soberania National Park for a walk along the Pipeline Road, Plantation Road or El Charco Trail, all of which are fantastic for viewing the unique ecology of the canal watershed.
Portobello & San Lorenzo Forts
After crossing the canal over one of the lock gates you continue to Fort San Lorenzo, which was constructed by the Spaniards in 16th century to defend against the constant threat of pirates seeking to interrupt the transporting of Inca gold. The fort is very isolated and accessed via a bumpy road, but the drive is worth it with stunning views out across the Caribbean Sea and the mouth of the Chagres River.
Cocl茅 Province Tour
This trip will include a visit to one of La Pintada's cigar factories where you can watch cigars still made in the traditional manner 鈥� hand-rolled, hand-cut and hand-pressed.
The Discovery Catamaran
The Discovery is owned and operated by Panama Marine Adventures (PMA) and is a 33-meter purpose built catamaran capable of traveling up to a speed of 18 knots.
Tranquilo Bay Activities
There is a wide range of activities available at Tranquilo Bay. The 'Within the Reef' option includes the use of the lodge's sea kayaks, snorkeling equipment and fishing rods.
El Valle & Mountain Hike
El Valle originates in the crater of a long extinct volcano which is thought to have been the largest in Central America. With a cool and pleasant climate, this unique valley rises 600 meters above sea level and its cool tropical forests are an ideal place for hikers for all abilities.
Birding Tour
This is considered to be one of the best birding spots in the world with 300 species of birds recorded in one single day by the Audubon Society.
