22 days in Panama Itinerary
22 days in Panama Itinerary
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22 days in Panama Itinerary
Start: Willemstad, Curacao
Fly:
6h
1
Panama City
— 4 nights
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Fly:
2h 15min
2
Bocas Town, Isla Colon
— 4 nights
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Drive:
4h 45min
3
Boquete
— 4 nights
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Drive:
4h 45min
4
Santa Catalina
— 2 nights
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Drive:
4h 45min
5
El Valle de Anton
— 3 nights
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bus:
2h
6
Panama City
— 4 nights
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Fly:
6h
End: Willemstad, Curacao
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4
nights
Panama City
4
nights
Dubai of Latin America
Arguably the most modern of Central American cities, Panama City boasts a shimmering skyline of glass skyscrapers.For shopping fun, head to Multicentro Mall or Weil Art Gallery. Take a break from the city and head to Blue Adventures Panama and Scuba & Snorkeling. There's lots more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Casco Viejo, don't miss a visit to Plaza Bolivar, get engrossed in the history at Museo del Canal Interoceanico de Panama, and delve into the distant past at Panama La Vieja.
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Willemstad, Curacao to Panama City is an approximately 6-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Willemstad to Panama City is minus 1 hour. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in July, and nighttime lows around 29°C. You'll have a few hours on the 24th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Bocas Town.
Things to do in Panama City
Side Trip
Scuba & Snorkeling
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Scuba & Snorkeling
1:00pm, Tue Jul 23

Casco Viejo
12:30pm, Mon Jul 22

Iglesia de la Merced
5:00pm, Mon Jul 22
4
nights
Bocas Town, Isla Colon
4
nights

The colorful and relaxed Bocas Town has a welcoming atmosphere, with the modestly sized urban area showcasing typical Caribbean clapboard houses and home to a mixed community from across the world.Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and Plastic Bottle Village are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Take a break from the city and head to Bastimentos National Park and Starfish Beach. Change things up with these side-trips from Bocas Town: Wizard Beach (in Isla Bastimentos) and Playa Bluff (in Bluff Beach). It doesn't end there: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour and get a taste of the local shopping with Up In The Hill.
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Fly from Panama City to Bocas Town in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Traveling from Panama City in July, expect nights in Bocas Town to be about the same, around 30°C, while days are little chillier, around 30°C. You'll set off for Boquete on the 28th (Sun).
Things to do in Bocas Town
Side Trips
Wizard Beach, Playa Bluff, Up In The Hill, Bastimentos National Park
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Bastimentos National Park
10:30am, Fri Jul 26
Scuba & Snorkeling
3:00pm, Sat Jul 27

Wizard Beach
3:00pm, Wed Jul 24
4
nights
Boquete
4
nights
Now known internationally for its fresh mountain air, year-round pleasant temperatures, and large community of North American expats, Boquete has changed rapidly since the start of the century, changing from a humble mountain town, into a humble mountain surrounded by gated communities and estates.You'll discover tucked-away gems like Volcan Baru National Park and Los Cangilones de Gualaca. Take a break from the city and head to River Rafting & Tubing and Los Ladrillos. There's still lots to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, enjoy some diversion at Boquete Buggies, step off the mainland to explore Cayo Zapatilla, and get a taste of the local shopping with The Zapadora.
To find reviews, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Boquete online itinerary planner .
You can drive from Bocas Town to Boquete in 5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) to allow time to drive to Santa Catalina.
Things to do in Boquete
Side Trips
Los Cangilones de Gualaca, Cayo Zapatilla
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River Rafting & Tubing
11:00am, Mon Jul 29

Los Cangilones de Gualaca
3:30pm, Mon Jul 29

Cayo Zapatilla
12:30pm, Tue Jul 30
2
nights
Santa Catalina
2
nights
Since Santa Catalina became known in the international surfing community in the 1970s, it has done well to maintain its identity as a tucked-away fishing village.Start off your visit on the 1st (Thu): meet some fierce fish with a shark diving experience. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: get a taste of life in the country at Rancho Estero and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Lagartero Beach.
For photos, maps, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Santa Catalina itinerary builder site .
Traveling by car from Boquete to Santa Catalina takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) to allow time to drive to El Valle de Anton.
Things to do in Santa Catalina
Side Trip
Lagartero Beach
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Shark Diving
12:30pm, Thu Aug 1

Lagartero Beach
12:00pm, Fri Aug 2

Rancho Estero
10:00am, Fri Aug 2
3
nights
El Valle de Anton
3
nights

Surrounded by lush forests and spectacular mountains, El Valle de Anton serves as the perfect spot to enjoy some of Panama's finest natural attractions.You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Gaital National Park and El Palmar Beach. Escape the urban bustle at Leading Adventures and Butterfly Haven. You'll find plenty of places to visit near El Valle de Anton: Farallon Butterflies (in Farallon) and Vista Mar Golf Beach & Marina (in San Carlos). There's still lots to do: identify plant and animal life at Aprovaca (The Orchid Nursery & Conservation Center) and take an in-depth tour of The Anton Valley Historical and Cultural Museum.
For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read El Valle de Anton trip app .
You can drive from Santa Catalina to El Valle de Anton in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi, flight, and bus; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Tue) to allow time for the bus ride to Panama City.
Things to do in El Valle de Anton
Side Trips
San Carlos, Leading Adventures, Farallon Butterflies
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Butterfly Haven
12:30pm, Sat Aug 3

El Palmar Beach
10:30am, Sun Aug 4

Aprovaca (The Orchid Nursery & Conservation Center)
10:00am, Tue Aug 6
4
nights
Panama City
4
nights

Dubai of Latin America
Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Fishing Charters & Tours and Spas. Head to Karavan Gallery and Dgriss Art Galleryfor some retail therapy. When in Panama City, make a side trip to see Panama Rainforest Discovery Center in Gamboa, approximately 54 minutes away. Enjoy Panama City some more: take in the spiritual surroundings of Bahai Temple, take a stroll through Cinta Costera, take in the exciting artwork at Nina Concept Store, and test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.
To see more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, use the Panama City route planner .
Traveling by bus from El Valle de Anton to Panama City takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 10th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
To see more things to do, maps, photos, and other tourist information, use the Panama City route planner .
Traveling by bus from El Valle de Anton to Panama City takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. On the 10th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.
Things to do in Panama City
Side Trip
Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
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Bahai Temple
2:30pm, Wed Aug 7

Panama Rainforest Discovery Center
10:30am, Thu Aug 8

El Arco Chato
3:30pm, Thu Aug 8
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