Itinerary
- Day 1
Panama City
You'll land at Tocumen Airport and get driven to your hotel in Panama City. Once you settle in, the rest of the day is yours to wander around the city at your own pace and get a feel for the urban scene.
- Day 2
Panama City
Hop aboard a double-decker bus with 360-degree views from the open top deck and see Panama City from a different angle. The route stops at Miraflores Locks to check out the Panama Canal, then heads to the Biomuseum on Amador Causeway and Mi Pueblito to learn about the region's cultural diversity. You can jump off at any stop to explore on your own or stay on for the full audio tour.
Included Activities
- Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing bus tour (24-hour ticket)
- Visit Miraflores Locks and Panama Canal
- Explore Biomuseum on Amador Causeway
- Visit Mi Pueblito cultural site
Landmarks/POIs Miraflores Locks Panama Canal Biomuseum Mi Pueblito - Day 3
Panama City to Pedasi
You'll head down to Pedasi, a coastal town where traditional culture mixes with modern energy. There are golden beaches to walk through and Isla Iguana nearby if you want to check that out. Get settled at your accommodation and take in the relaxed vibe of the place.
Landmarks/POIs Isla Iguana - Day 4
Pedasi
After grabbing breakfast at the hotel, you'll leave at 8:00 am for a snorkeling day at Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge. The waters there are full of colorful fish swimming around coral reefs. You'll have time to relax on the white sand beaches too, and snacks and drinks keep things going throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Snack (Snacks and refreshments on the beach)
Included Activities
- Day Snorkel Tour at Isla Iguana Wildlife Refuge
- Snorkeling around coral reefs
- Beach relaxation on white sand beaches
- Snacks and refreshments on the beach
- Cooler with ice and bottled water
- Beach chair on Isla Iguana
- Beach umbrella on Isla Iguana
- Guided visit to the visitor centre
- Complimentary snorkeling equipment
- Shared boat ride with life jackets (round trip)
Landmarks/POIs Isla Iguana Playa El Arenal - Day 5
Pedasi to Santa Catalina
Breakfast happens at the hotel, then a shuttle picks you up at 8:00 am heading to Santa Catalina. You'll roll in around 1:00 pm, leaving the afternoon and evening free to spend however you like in this laid-back coastal spot.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
- Day 6
Santa Catalina
An early start gets you on a speedboat for ninety minutes out to Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with some of Panama's best marine life. You'll snorkel at spots like Granito de Oro and Rancheria, where colorful fish schools, whitetip reef sharks, nurse sharks, and sea turtles swim in clear water.
Included Activities
- Snorkeling tour to Coiba National Park
- Snorkel around Granito de Oro and Rancheria islands
- Marine wildlife viewing (colorful fish, reef sharks, sea turtles)
- Refreshments during snorkeling tour
- Snacks and seasonal fruits during snorkeling tour
- Bottled water during snorkeling tour
- Life jackets and snorkeling equipment
Landmarks/POIs Coiba National Park Granito de Oro Rancheria - Day 7
Santa Catalina to Boquete
Today you're making the drive from Santa Catalina up to Boquete, a mountain town known for its natural surroundings. The scenery changes as you climb into the highlands, and it's a pretty relaxing journey through lush vegetation.
- Day 8
Boquete
You'll meet up at Plaza Los Establos at Boquete's entrance for a coffee farm tour. If coffee interests you, this walks through the entire process from how beans are grown and picked to how they're processed, roasted, and packaged. At the end, you'll taste a fresh cup made right there on the farm.
Included Activities
- Coffee Tour at Mountain Coffee Farm
- Tour of coffee plantations
- Coffee cultivation knowledge and variety information
- Coffee tasting with farm-produced coffee
- Transfer from the centre of Boquete
- Day 9
Boquete to Bocas del Toro
The route takes you to Bocas del Toro, home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Panama's first marine park. People call it the Caribbean's Galapagos because of how much biodiversity is here. Check into your accommodation and prepare to explore the clear waters and marine life around Isla Colón.
Optional Activities
- Visit Dolphin Bay
- Explore Coral Cay
- Visit Red Frog Island
- Explore Starfish Beach
- Visit the Zapatilla Cays
Landmarks/POIs Isla Colón Bocas del Toro - Day 10
Bocas del Toro
Breakfast starts at 7:00 am, and then you're heading out at 9:00 am to see Red Frog Island and check out the snorkeling around Solarte. The trip takes you to Bastimentos Island first, then across to Red Frog Island. After about two and a half hours, you'll sail to Hospital Point on Solarte Island, a small beach that's perfect for snorkeling.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel at 07:00)
Included Activities
- Red Frog Island tour
- Snorkeling at Hospital Point, Solarte Island
- 2 snorkeling tours to Cayo Coral, Red Frog Island, Bahía de los Delfines, and Zapatilla
Landmarks/POIs Red Frog Island Bastimentos Island Hospital Point, Solarte Island - Day 11
Bocas del Toro
You'll have breakfast at 7:00 am and get ready for a 9:00 am departure. The boat heads to Boca Torito Lagoon where bottlenose dolphins hang out in the mangrove ecosystem. From there, you'll explore the coral formations and marine life at Coral Cay, then move on to Zapatilla Cays with its white sand beaches, tropical plants, and crystal-clear water. Lunch is at Coral Cay.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at hotel at 07:00), Lunch (Lunch at Coral Cay with 1 drink)
Included Activities
- Day snorkeling tour to Zapatilla Cay, Coral Cay, and Bahía de los Delfines
- Dolphin watching at Boca Torito Lagoon
- Coral Cay exploration
- Zapatilla Cays beach visit
- Lunches during the Zapatilla Cay tour with 1 drink
Landmarks/POIs Boca Torito Lagoon Coral Cay Zapatilla Cays - Day 12
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
You're heading back to Panama City from Bocas del Toro today. Transport options come down to whether you'd rather fly or take public transport, so pick whichever works better for your schedule.
- Day 13
Panama City
Your Panama trip wraps up as a driver picks you up from your accommodation and takes you to the airport. You'll head out with all the memories from your time exploring the country.
