Panama the centre of the world!

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2 Panama the centre of the world! Where do two big continents and two great oceans meet, only divided by a narrow strip of land? We will give you a clue! What is the most famous canal of the world? Well, by now you must have guessed it! Yes, indeed, it is PANAMA, where the North and South American continents meet and where the Atlantic and Pacific are connected by the Eight wonder of the World, the Panama Canal! The Panama Canal still going strong When the Spanish conquistador Balboa managed to cross the Central American Isthmus in 1513, he was the first European who discovered the biggest ocean of the world, the Pacific Ocean. A dream was born to build a canal connecting the Pacific and the Atlantic oceans. However it took over 400 hundred years of enormous efforts to make the dream come true. The Panama Canal was inaugurated in 1914, being then the greatest technical achievement ever made by mankind. The very same canal is still operating today being the most important waterway in the world, with more than yearly transits. A third lane is now under construction which will guarantee a growth of the traffic for years to come. For anybody visiting Panama a cruise through the locks of the canal is a more than a must, it is a life time experience! Panama City three cities in one. Panama City was the first city founded by white men on shores of the Pacific and is today a super sight of many dimensions. The ruin city, Panama Viejo was destroyed in 1670 by the British pirate Captain Morgan, where after the city was rebuild on a nearby peninsula which was easier to defend. This beautiful city, with many churches and palaces is now called Casco Viejo and has been surrounded by the modern fast expanding business city. Due to its fast expansion Panama City has been called the Monaco of Americas with over 100 foreign banks and an ever increasing amount of luxurious skyscrapers painting the skyline. The Jungle closer than You would believe Panama has wild nature and wilderness beyond reach and according to statistics 44 % of the country is still covered by forest. Drive only half an hour out of Panama City and You are actually in the middle of the rainforest. The Darién jungle was impossible to penetrate even for the though builders of the great American Highway and they were forced to give up facing the depth of the jungle and the steep mountains. Therefore it is no surprise that Panama is, according to UN statistics, the fourth richest land in the world when it comes to plant varieties and species. Also the fauna is very rich, making Panama a future paradise for all kinds of ECO travel. This has already been discovered by ornithologists from all over the world who are coming to Panama trying to spot as many as possible of the almost 1000 bird species inhabiting the country. The Islands the virgin paradise The archipelagos of Panama are unique! On the Pacific Ocean the Pearl Island group, earlier inhabited by brave pearl divers and ruthless pirates, is now every summer visited by the great Humpback whales. They come in hundreds in July with their newborn babies and stay in the area until they feel strong enough to face the challenges of the ocean. On the Atlantic side you can find the pristine Bocas del Toro area, virgin islands with endless beaches that are superb for swimming and snorkelling. Living Indian culture Also located on the Atlantic side is the amazing San Blas Islands, a group of more than 400 islands of which 48 are inhabited by the proud Kuna Indians. This is Kuna Yala territory, an autonomous Indian nation with more than people who are world famous for their Mola art, a handicraft that has been carried forward for generations by the skilful Kuna women, who still wear their beautiful native clothing. In Panama there are seven different Indian tribes and cultures, all with their own languages and rich cultural traditions. Some of the tribes live on the islands, others along the rivers deep in the jungle and some up in the mountains, all trying to preserve their unique and distinctive lifestyles! The Indian culture and heritage truly adds an extra distinctive flavour to everyday life in Panama.

3 The mighty Volcán Baru The mountains and the valleys of Panama are of great beauty. The highlands begin in the province of Coclé, west of Panama City, reaching all the way to Chiriquí on the Costa Rican border. From the heights of the mighty Volcán Baru, 3478 meters, you can on a clear day see both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. Here you will also find the beautiful valley of Cerro Punta that provides Panama with all its vegetables and fruits. Not far away on the other side of the Volcán Baru lies the picturesque flower city of Boquete, famous for its lovely parks and huge coffee plantations. Here in the highlands the climate is superb, a steady degrees all year round, making it a favourite area for foreigners looking for a safe an healthy place to retire! Beaches for everyone When it comes to beautiful beaches, Panama has a lot to offer, having two ocean coasts, the Atlantic and the Pacific, with more than a thousand kilometres of shores each. The most developed is the Costa Blanca area, with huge all inclusive resorts and superb recreation areas as golf- and riding clubs. Also lovely are the almost deserted island beaches of Islas Perlas and Bocas del Toro. The water temperature being pleasant with +25 degrees it offers you a lovely opportunity for water sports and games such as sailing and surfing, swimming and snorkelling. Sports and recreation The deep-sea fishing is superb and Panama now holds several biggest catch world records. Also be prepared for some world class diving in the region of Island Coiba a natural reserve on the Pacific side. Back on the shore, golf is very popular with several excellent golf courses designed by American specialists. For back to nature tourists, the trekking and riding offers exciting possibilities and in the mountains canopy is popular and rafting is wild in the rivers. Entertainment Panama is rich in entertainment! No where else than in Las Vegas are there so many casinos open 24 hours per day. The folkloric tradition with lovely costumes and native music is featured in the yearly carnivals in February, such a huge celebration that all other business in Panama closes down for a whole week. The Panamanians are fun loving people who don t mind a party even in the middle of the week. In Panama City there are numerous pubs, bars, discos and nightclubs, which provide fun and amusement teams until the early morning hours and in the resorts on the beach and islands the entertainment is provided by the enthusiastic hotel action team who never seem to sleep. The people The Panamanians are friendly people with Spanish, French, North American and Asian background, mixed with the original Indian roots. They are very proud of their independence and treat foreigners, especially those from overseas, with a friendly curiosity. In Panama the old and new life styles mix in a very special way, ultramodern technology meets with ancient Indian tradition. Panama is a safe country to visit with high-tech communications and a good infrastructure. Here you can watch the sun rise in the Atlantic and see it set in the Pacific on the very same day. That is why there is a saying: The world meets in Panama! Food and shopping Food in Panama is a pleasant surprise, with various food styles of the world being offered, especially in Panama City. The service in the restaurants is friendly and professional and the food is excellent, covering all international cuisines, accompanied with an excellent choice of wine and spirits. Best restaurants are found in Bella Vista and Casco Viejo districts of Panama City. Shopping opportunities are incredible, all leading boutique brands being available in huge ultra modern shopping malls but also big department stores with low price profile. Best of all, due to the present exchange rate of the dollar the prices are attractive. If you want to buy in bigger quantities, just head for the Colon tax free zone on the Atlantic side. At the same time you can visit nearby Portobello, Panamas oldest town, founded by Columbus himself in 1502, famous for its fortresses and the black Christ.

4 Panama City Fast growing Panama City has a population of approximately It was the first city founded by white men on shores on the Pacific Ocean and is today called the Monaco of the Americas a city of many dimensions. The capital of Panama is a curious blend of old Spain, modern America and the market atmosphere of the East. The old town of the city, Casco Viejo, with its narrow, cobble stoned streets and colonial buildings, has most of the interesting sights and is also the culture centre, with many magnificent churches, theatres and museums. The best way to discover Casco Viejo is by foot. Start from the Plaza de Francia, stroll the famous city wall walk Paseo las Bóvedas, pass by the magnificent national theatre into the Simon Bolivar square with the impressive San Franciscus Cathedral. Continue a few blocks to Independence Square with the impressive Canal museum. Don t miss the nearby San José church with its splendid golden Baroque altar and try to end up admiring the presidents palace overlooking the bay. You might easily spend a whole day here, still wanting to come back the next day. Another truly worthwhile excursion is a visit to Panama Viejo, the ruin town, sacked and burned by Captain Morgan in The fascinating historical ruins are spread over a wide area and very photogenic, including the landmark of the city, the newly restored bell tower of the old cathedral. The nearby Indian market is the best in town which also goes for the historical museum situated by the entrance to the ruin town. However what is really striking to any visitor is the tremendous Panama City skyline with its luxurious skyscrapers. They really reflect the heart of the Panama's prosperity and growth, the business-city with hundreds of foreign banks, insurance and investment companies all competing for quick money to be made! Luckily enough the restaurant district Bella Vista has so far been saved from over development and offers a tranquil and charming surrounding for some excellent restaurants with a very international menu.

5 Panama City - Hotels Hotel Intercontinental Miramar***** Panama City Location: this deluxe hotel is situated on Avenida Balboa, the lively harbour avenue, in the heart of the restaurant district of Panama City. Accommodation: 185 air-conditioned guest rooms divided in three classes: deluxe ocean view rooms, club intercontinental rooms and 14 deluxe suites. All rooms have colour TV with local and international networks, bathroom and bathrobe, a mini-bar and internet connection. Facilities: 2 restaurants, 3 bars, big swimming pool, health club, gymnasium, massage, sauna, Jacuzzi and Turkish bath. Hotel Crowne Plaza **** Panama City Location: this full-service comfortable hotel is situated within walking distance to the restaurant district. Accommodation: 97 deluxe guest rooms, 15 executive rooms and 37 suites. All rooms are airconditioned and have their own bathroom with hair dryer and a bathrobe, colour cable TV with remote control and a mini-bar. Facilities: 4 meeting rooms for business and social events, heliport, indoor parking, fitness centre, outdoor pool and social area, laundry facilities and gift shop. Paitilla Inn*** Panama City Hotel Radisson Decapolis***** Panama City Location: the hotel is situated in the heart of Panama City, just steps away from the superb Multi-Centro shopping centre and the two floor casino. Accommodation: 240 air-conditioned rooms including 60 suites divided amongst 29 floors all with a private bathroom. The hotel rooms provides facilities such as high speed internet access, voice mail, mini-bar, coffeemakers and irons/ironing boards. Facilities: outdoor swimming pool, steam room, spa tub, cocktail lounge and bar, coffee shop, complimentary newspapers in lobby, fitness centre, 3 restaurants, room service, 5 conference halls and 3 seminar rooms. Hotel Plaza Location: this 3* hotel is located in a round tower at the end of Balboa avenue close to the Multi- Centro shopping centre and casino. Accommodation: 252 rooms, all with a beautiful view, air-conditioned, private bathroom with bath, colour TV, telephone and mini bar. Facilities: outdoor swimming pool, business centre, coffee shop, room service, restaurant and bar, television rooms and fitness facilities. Country Inn & Suites**** Panama City Location: this cosy four star hotel is situated at the entrance of the Panama Canal with a splendid view to the canal traffic and the bridge of Americas. The Amador Causeway is close with many attractive restaurants. Accommodation: 159 air-conditioned guest rooms and suites in a country style, all with a balcony. Facilities: in-room coffee-tea maker, gym, tennis court, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, conference rooms and facilities, shop, kids playground area and free parking. Hotel El Panama**** Panama City Location: this four star hotel is ideally situated in the heart of the financial area of the city, near the Via Espana shopping street. Accommodation: 330 stylish rooms divided into classes: the standard room, the junior suite and the executive room. All the rooms have air-conditioning, a king-size bed and a great view over the bay or the city. There are also nice cabana rooms around the swimming pool area. Direct connection to an all night exclusive casino and shopping arcade. Facilities: 2 restaurants, 3 bars, Internet access wireless, big garden with swimming pool, fitness centre, child care, coffee/ tea maker, and a 24-hours room service.

6 Beaches Fronting two oceans, the Atlantic and the Pacific, Panama offers an excellent choice of beaches. Both coasts have beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters, white sand, coral reefs and coconut palm trees. From small coves to miles of open beaches, from sensual sandy lagoons to rugged and rocky ones, from popular beaches to deserted beaches, there is a beach for everyone in Panama. With so many possibilities, in Panama the big challenge is to choose the right one, for your own leisure and pleasure. Only an hours drive from Panama City, you will find tens of miles of Pacific beaches stretching from Punta Chame to Playa Blanca, offering high class international resort hotels with excellent all included service as well as small hotels and restaurants for budget travellers. New and definitely hot on the upgrade scale is the lovely Playa Bonita only a 15 minutes drive from Panama City hosting a five star Intercontinental hotel. On the other hand out from Panama City you can take a ferry and visit the beaches of Taboga, just for day trip or to stay overnight. But if you prefer the Atlantic coast try Isla Grande, east of Colon less than a two hours drive from Panama City. If You feel for staying for a few days on a tropical island, daily flights are offered to the lovely beaches of Contadora at Islas Perlas, Bocas del Toro and San Blas islands, all of whom have numerous totally virgin beaches. Surfing, which is a very popular water sport in Panama, can be practiced at beaches like Punta Chame and El Palamar. Sun lovers on the other hand, who just want to enjoy the sea, the sun and the white sand should definitely try the beaches of Costa Blanca like Farallon or Playa Blanca. Best of all Panama can offer a beach not only for everyone but also for everybody's budget. Take your pick!

7 Royal Decameron Beach Resort, Golf, Spa & Casino**** Costa Blanca Location: the resort is located 140 km from Panama City, in the area of Costa Blanca, on the 3 km long white beach of Farallon. Accommodation: 840 rooms all in tropical style with 2 queen size beds or 1 king size bed and a sofa. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable television, bathroom with shower only and blowdryer. The Resort also offers nice villas with four separate hotel rooms close to the golf course. Facilities: 3 lobby s, 9 pools for adults and children, 3 whirlpools, 8 speciality restaurants, 2 buffet restaurants, 3 snack grills, 1 pizzeria, 10 bars and a discotheque, superb 18 hole golf course, tennis courts, horse back riding, convention centre for 500 persons, casino, gymnasium, car rental office, shop and tour desk in each lobby. THE ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN: all meals, domestic and imported alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, daily and nightly, activities such as football, beach volleyball, table and salon games, non motorized water sports such as wind glider, kayaks and pedal boats, horse back riding, tennis court, beach towels and chairs. Evening entertainment for both children and adults. Playa Blanca Hotel & Resort**** Costa Blanca Location: this new popular beach resort is located in the Costa Blanca area. Accommodation: 219 guest rooms and its suites are divided amongst 7 buildings of which 3 with elevators. All rooms have air-conditioning, safety box and bathroom with shower. Facilities: 3 restaurants, 1 snack bar, 2 large pools, mini golf course, tennis court, meeting rooms, water sports centre, children s mini club, discotheque and shops. Evening show both for children and adults. THE ALL INCLUSIVE PLAN: all meals, national drinks at various bars and restaurants, non-motorized beach facilities like pedal boats and kayaks, beach towels and chairs. Intercontinental Playa Bonita Resort & Spa ***** Playa Bonita Location: at only 20 minutes from Panama City brand new 5* beach hotel is situated on a private 2 km long beach and with a great view of ships waiting for the Panama Canal. Accommodation: 300 air-conditioned rooms including 15 suites and 2 presidential suites all with private bathrooms and balconies with amazing ocean view. Facilities: 2 large pool areas, 3 restaurants, lobby and pool bar, 24 hour in-room dining, club intercontinental lounge, laundry and valet services, gift shop, spa and fitness centre, tennis courts, 3000 m 2 meeting and banquet area that can be divided into 12 conference rooms.

8 Gamboa Rainforest Deep within the heart of the Panamanian Rainforest, along the banks of the Chagres river and the Gatun lake, in a place where mother nature and the human spirit meets, stands the Gamboa Rainforest Resort. It is unique in the world, surrounded by an enchanted rainforest with lush tropical vegetation and a myriad of good nature sights and sounds. Chagres river and Gatun lake which is the main water source for the Panama Canal, a very precious asset. The Soberiana National park is a tropical rainforest where a vast diversity of flora, mammals, birds, insects and reptiles co-exist in one of the world s most complete ecosystems. Just strolling along the pathways and trails throughout the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, it is easy to discover the wonder of nature. The Gamboa resort provides visitors with a unique combination of efficient service and luxurious facilities, with close personal encounters to nature. Exploring a rainforest has never been more fun or easy. The Gamboa Rainforest resort is set in the Soberania National park, only 30 minutes away from Panama City and the Pacific coast, and 45 minutes from the Colon and the Caribbean coast. The resort is located on the banks of the Gamboa Rainforest Resort**** Gatun Lake Location: within the Soberania National park overlooking the Chagres river and Gatun lake, next to the Panama Canal, this jungle resort is located 30 minutes drive from Panama City and 50 minutes from the Colon Tax Free zone. Accommodation: the resort has 150 rooms of which 43 historic villa apartments, 86 garden view and deluxe river view hotel rooms, 13 junior suites, 3 themed suites (Bali, romance and safari) and one tivoli master suite. The 43 historic villas were originally built in the early 1920 s and now offer modern hotel comforts. All rooms have airconditioning, mini bar, voice mail and data ports, cable television, iron and ironing board, electronic safe deposit box and beautiful bathrooms with natural amenity products. Facilities: 1 buffet restaurant, 1 lakeside restaurant, 1 à la carte restaurant, 2 bars, the Capibara disco, 8 meetings rooms, Gamboa grand ballroom and a library, business centre and gift shop. Spa and beauty clinic, Gamboa Rainforest Resort is famous for its natural tram that takes you from the valley up to the mountain top, a very comfortable ride at treetop level through the heart of the rainforest. Once up the hill You can climb the look out tower for a splendid view of the Panama Canal, Gatun lake and the Chagres river. You can also enjoy the exhibitions, the freshwater fish aquarium, the orchid and botanical gardens, the butterfly nursery, and a reptile exhibit. Staying longer in Gamboa just sign up for various free nature and observation tours, walking, biking or kayaking. There is also a well equipped marina that provides boat excursions on the Chagres river and lake Gatun, of which the monkey island tour is highly recommended. For fishermen there is some great peacock bass fishing and while you are down by the Gatun lake, take care to enjoy a nice lunch at the restaurant, with veranda views of Cayman crocodiles, sea turtles and exotic birds. sauna, fitness centre, 2 tennis courts and game room, swimming pool and children s pool. Marina, fishing boats, kayaks and pedal boats and a 18 hole Golf course 15 minutes away. EXTRA ATTRACTIONS: at Gamboa Tours you can book the rainforest aerial tram and observation tower, flora and fauna exhibits, monkey island tour, bird watching and much more.

9 Nature and Mountains Due to its unique geographical position,as a natural bridge connecting two continents, Panama harbours a greater diversity of wildlife, more than any country in America. Panama is the home to numerous endemic species of plants and animals. Today almost 30% of Panama s land is protected in 14 national parks and 10 wildlife refugees. Panama has staggering 940 species of birds, as well as 218 mammals and 289 species of reptiles and amphibians and 125 animal species found nowhere else in the world. The country also boasts hundreds of islands and miles of protected coral reefs, sheltering a fantastic diversity of marine life, superb for diving and snorkelling. In Panama you will find wild nature and wilderness beyond reach. The Panama s highlands are rapidly becoming a popular destination for adventure and eco vacations, with world-class wild water rafting, kayaking, hiking and rock climbing. The pristine environment with only a few fellow travellers make Panama a stunning destination for the adventure trip of a lifetime. The mountainous highland regions of Panama are of great beauty and some Indians still live there totally isolated from normal civilisation. The mountains are also the home to an incredible variety of flora and fauna and the splendid isolation provides refugee to many endemic species of birds and plants. The highland region begins in the province of Coclé west of Panama City reaching all the way to the Chiriquí province on the Costa Rican border. Under the shadow of the mighty Volcán Baru you will find the beautiful and fruitful valley of Cerro Punta that provides Panama with all its vegetables and fruits. On the other side of the volcano lies the picturesque town of Boquete, famous for its parks and flower exhibitions, in a verdant valley surrounded by Hotel El Manantial & Spa Resort**** Bambito Location: this new bungalow type hotel is located by a river surrounded by lush mountains at an altitude of 1700 meters. Accommodation: 30 different size rooms in separate buildings offering also family and hostal style accommodation up to 10 persons room. All rooms have modern facilities and the spacious single and double rooms feature elegant local hardwood and nicely decorated private bathrooms. No air-conditioning in the rooms but this is not needed. Facilities: restaurant and bar, well equipped spa with Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, hot springs, sauna, massage room, facial and skin treatments. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, pond for fishing, farm, rock-climbing, canopying, biking and wild water tubing. steep mountain slopes and rainforests, filled with lush vegetation and coffee farms. This has become a favourite destination for nature lovers, some of whom have decided to settle for good in this near to perfect climate. As the Los Angeles Times wrote : Far from the monotony of the historical canal, this charming and little-known town called Boquete, in the cool, lush Panamanian highlands boasts a wild bounty of colourful flora, fauna and splendid scenery. Hotel Dos Rios** Volcán Location: the hotel is located in the city of Volcán about 45 km from David at an altitude of 1,750 meters above sea level! The mountains and the rivers create a country style hotel that was renovated in Accommodation: 14 rooms, 2 suites and 2 bungalows which are all build in a wooden structure. Facilities: the Estrella Volcanera restaurant, Barriles bar, small conference room for around 50 persons, large garden with a beautiful stream, butterfly nursery, arts and craft shop. Hotel Panamonte*** Boquete Location: this historical hotel from 1914 is located in the Boquete valley just outside town with a large and beautiful garden. Accommodation: this intimate hotel offers 19 light and airy rooms in different buildings. All are beautifully decorated and handsomely furnished, with great views of the well kept gardens and surrounding mountains. Facilities: gourmet restaurant, conference room, cosy lounge with old fireplace and seating, cocktail bar and relaxing spa. Hotel Fundaradores** Boquete Location: this hotel is located on the main street when entering Boquete town close to the city centre. Accommodation: 38 comfortable rooms and 2 suites. Facilities: restaurant and bar, 2 conference rooms for 20 to 150 persons, private parking, room and laundry service. Gran Hotel Nacional*** David Location: this hotel is located close to the city centre and the airport of David, the capital of the Chiriquí province. Accommodation: 75 rooms and suites, all air-conditioned and with a direct dial telephone, satellite TV. There is a choice for single rooms, double rooms, junior suites or master suites. Facilities: restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, pizza and pasta restaurant, bar, 4 movie theatres, 3 conference rooms, new fiesta casino, swimming pool and recreational activities.

10 Islands San Blas Islands The San Blas Archipelago lies in the Caribbean Sea on the Atlantic coastline and consists of almost 400 islands of different shapes and sizes, stretching for more than 250 kilometres all the way from Porvenir peninsula to the Columbian border. About 40 of the islands are inhabited by one of the most indigenous Indian civilizations in the Americas, the Kuna Indians who have established their own self ruled territory called Kuna Yala. You can experience the extraordinary beauty of the real Caribbean, white sandy palm islands surrounded by coral reef, framed by the palm lined coast and the jungle cloaked mountains, it all looks very close to paradise. There are no roads into the region, but a regular air service is provided with several daily flights to the different airstrips. Only the Indians themselves are allowed to handle business on the islands so be prepared for a colourful but friendly reception. Try to stay for a few nights to grab the unique atmosphere. The huts provided for accommodation are very cosy, most of them nowadays with running water. The main reason for coming to San Blas is to be acquainted to the Kuna Indians and their lifestyle. They have managed to protect their unique way of life, culture and heritage, being especially famous for their unique Mola handicraft. Islas Perlas (Pearl Islands) Departing from Panama City, a fifteen minute flight takes you to Contadora in the archipelago of Islas Perlas, which earlier was famous for its pearls and pirates. Contadora Island is the fifth largest of the Pearl Islands and the centre of the tourism. The small village of Contadora features two cosy small Inns and two hotels directly on the beach as well as few good restaurants. The Contadora Resort, with colonial styled three floor wooden buildings is situated on Playa Larga, deservingly called the long beach. There are six other nice beaches around the island to explore, which makes one for every day of the week. Although close to Panama City Contadora seems to be an other world, which is probably why it was chosen as the final refugee place for the Shah of Iran. The small village stands in contrast to the luxury villas up hill, were now Julio Iglesias and Oscar de la Renta have their villas. A favourite excursion is island hopping to the nearby deserted islands. It was here that the famous Survivor TV series was filmed and if you care for a bit of adventure you can do your own survivor game, staying a few nights on a desert island. Islas Perlas is also a bird nestling area with magnificent frigate birds, still the definite main attraction is the fabulous humpback whales that visit the islands waters in July, August and September with their newborn babies. Bocas del Toro Several of the untouched islands of the Bocas del Toro Archipelago lie within the protected area of the Bastimento Marine National park. The park offers superb beaches, great diving, snorkelling and swimming. The wildlife is spectacular including the red frog as well as sea turtles and dolphins. The main town in the archipelago is the Caribbean styled Bocas del Toro situated on the Colon island, close to the airfield. The town has several cosy hotels and nice restaurants situated on the seafront, famous for their happy hours and delicious fresh sea food. Bocas del Toro is an outdoor lover s paradise with virgin islands, unspoiled coral reefs, great diving, deep-sea fishing, boating, kayaking and snorkelling. Contadora Island Resort*** Isla Contadora Location: a colonial style resort in a beautiful setting directly on Contadora's biggest beach, surrounded by palm tree vegetation. Accommodation: 354 rooms in 8 different blocks; 290 double rooms, 13 singles, 51 suites. Facilities: 3 major restaurants; buffet, a'la carte and barbecue terrace. 3 bars, 2 swimming pools and active entertainment and sport program. Perla Real INN*** Isla Contadora Location: this brand new INN opened her doors in December 2005 and is situated on the Isla Contadora just minutes walk away from Playa Cacique. Accommodation: 6 rooms all in Spanish colonial style. The rooms are all air-conditioned and have queen sized beds, a television, telephone and a safe. Facilities: golf cart rental, restaurant with bar, laundry facilities and personalized service. 10

11 Tropical Suites***** Bocas del Toro Location: 5-star Suite Hotel right in the center of Bocas del Toro town. Directly located at the waterfront. Spaceous apartments with unique triple isolated glass doors. Accommodation: 16 complete furnished condo-suites, partly with seaview and others with village view. All suites have private balcony. Facilities: waterfront restaurant and bar. Illumated swimmingarea, private marina; glass bottom canoes, sailboat, ATV's, waterskiing and jet ski's. Limbo on the sea*** Bocas del Toro Location: this hotel is located directly on the seafront of Bocas city. Accommodation: 18 rooms all provided with television, private bathroom with shower and bath, air-conditioning, large windows, a balcony and some of the rooms have a great view over the sea. Facilities: restaurant that serves local and international food, water activities, bar deck on the water and a tourist information centre. Bahia** Bocas del Toro Location: this simple hotel is located in one of the oldest buildings of Bocas del Toro. The hotel has a great view over the bay. The building is almost 100 years old and has a beautiful ancient look. Accommodation: 18 comfortable and clean rooms all provided with airconditioning, cable TV and private bathrooms with shower and bath and a hairdryer. Facilities: a restaurant that serve a combination of Caribbean and Italian Mediterranean cuisine, bar, a nice garden and a tourist information centre. Limbo on the beach ** Bocas del Toro Location: this hotel is located on an island in front of the Zapatillas Keys, in the Bastimentos Marine National Park. It is a place where you can enjoy miles of unspoiled beaches and interact with nature. Accommodation: 6 air-conditioned rooms in a typical Antillean building, facing the Caribbean Sea. All rooms are very rustic, beds with netting, open windows, a basic bathroom and cable TV. Facilities: restaurant, free wireless internet rooms, water activities (snorkelling equipment & kayaks available) and water taxis. Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort**** Bocas del Toro Location: the hotel will open in January Directly located at the beautifull sandy beach bay on the island of Colon. Located 5 km from the Bocas del Toro town. Accommodation: 78 standard rooms, 40 one bedroom-suites, 2 master suites and 1 presidential suite. Facilities: all rooms have ocean view and private balcony. International restaurants and bar, huge swimming pool in connection with the beach area. Aqua Lodge Punta Caracol Island***** Bocas del Toro Location: this exclusive hotel is perfectly located in a lagoon surrounded by beautiful nature. Accommodation: the 8 exclusive cabins of Punta Caracol are all set over the crystal clear waters of the Bocas del Toro archipelago. The rooms are build in colonial style and have their own private bathroom with hot water and a shower. Facilities: restaurant with terrace, bar/lounge and water sport facilities (snorkelling and Indian canoe.) 11

12 City action and beach attractions! The Panama Combo, City and Beach, offers you the perfect balance between activities and relaxing in Panama. Enjoy the charm and excitement of a modern, but yet historical city and then the peaceful atmosphere of the white beaches of the Pacific Ocean. All kinds of excursions are available, from city tours, canal cruises, shopping and nightlife, to nature tours, golf, sailing and Indian culture. On the other hand you can just take it easy and enjoy the famous Panamanian hospitality and the excellent service of the all included beach resorts. City Beach combos 14 nights Combination 1 and 2: A combination with Panama City and the beach resorts where you can stay 4 nights in a five star luxurious city hotel and continue your trip with 10 nights in a relaxing and comfortable beach resort on the shores of the Pacific. Combination 3 and 4: this combo 7+7 is the perfect balance between city and beach. There is a 7 night stay in Panama City with a choice between a 5* and a 4* hotel, both located in the heart of the city. Then you have a transfer to the beach of Costa Blanca, where you can enjoy your holidays with a 7 night stay at the All Inclusive resort hotel Royal Decameron Beach Resort or at hotel Playa Blanca Beach Resort. COMBINATION 1 Panama City / Costa Blanca Hotel el Panama 4* 4 nights Hotel Royal Decameron Beach Resort 4* 10 nights COMBINATION 2 Panama City / Playa Bonita Hotel Intercontinental Miramar 5* 4 nights Hotel Intercontinental Playa Bonita Resort 5* 10 nights COMBINATION 3 Panama City / Costa Blanca Country Inn & Suites 4* 7 nights Hotel Royal Decameron Beach Resort 4* 7 nights COMBINATION 4 Panama City / Costa Blanca Hotel El Panama 4* 7 nights Hotel Playa Blanca Beach Resort 4* 7 nights Included in all packages is the transportation to and from the airport and between the hotels! Packages are also available as 12 nights. City Island combos 14 nights Here Panama City is combined with Islas Perlas, the outstanding archipelago of more than 200 islands, just outside the the bay of Panama. The flight from Panama City takes only 15 minutes, but it leads to a totally different world. Here on Condora Island you can enjoy seven nice beaches all within walking distance and then go island hopping to the deserted beaches where the Survivor TV series were filmed. The Contadora Resort is located on Playa Larga and offers an All inclusive service and a vide range of activities including fishing and diving. A super treat beyond description is the yearly visit in july-september of the hump back whales with their babies. COMBINATION 5 Panama City / Pearl Islands Country Inn & Suites 4* 7 nights Hotel Contadora Island Resort 3* 7 nights COMBINATION 6 Panama City / Pearl Islands Hotel Towern Suites 3* 7 nights Hotel Contadora Island Resort 3* 7 nights Included in all packages is the transportation to and from the airport and between the hotels!s, including the domestic flights! Packages are also available as 12 nights. 12

13 Skyscrapers, jungle rainforests and paradise beaches The Panama triangle is the perfect choise for those who want to experince a little more during their holidays. It offers the pulsating city, wild jungle nature and peaceful beaches. Discover Panama City, the historical ruin town, the beauty of the old town and the ultra modern business city. Explore the overwhelming nature of the rainforest in Gamboa and finally just relax on the white beaches of the Pacific Ocean. City Rainforest Beach 14 nights Start the triangle in Panama City with a stay of 4 nights in a luxurious hotel with a wide range of optional activities. Then after a drive of only 30 minutes the city is replaced by an amazing rainforest. The Gamboa Rainforest Resort is located at the Chagres river next to the Panama Canal and offers many interesting nature excursions. Finally the Royal Decameron Beach resort will crown your holiday with all-inclusive beach stay in Costa Blanca where there is time both to relax and enjoy various activities! Triangle 1 Panama City / Gamboa / Costa Blanca Hotel Crowne Plaza 4* 4 nights Gamboa Rainforest Hotel STD 4* 4 nights Hotel Playa Blanca Beach Resort 4* 6 nights Triangle 2 Panama City / Gamboa / Costa Blanca Country Inn & Suites 4* 4 nights Gamboa Rainforest Resort Villas 4* 4 nights Hotel Royal Decameron Beach Resort 4* 6 nights Included in the triangle packages: all transfers between the hotels and in/out airport. Packages are also available as 12 nights. City Rainforest Playa Bonita 14 nights For those who appreciate the very best in service and comfort this triangle is an obvious choise. In Panama City the hotels, Intercontinental Miramar and Crowne Plaza are located in the very heart of the city. In Gamboa Rainforest Resort the best and most comfortable De luxe rooms are reserved. Then off to Playa Bonita, the name speaks for itself, where a brand new five star Intercontinental Beach Hotel and Spa is located on a beautiful private beach with lush green surroundings and absolute privacy. Triangle 3 Panama City / Gamboa /Playa Bonita Hotel Crowne Plaza 4* 5 nights Gamboa Rainforest Resort Villas 4* 4 nights Hotel Intercontinental Playa Bonita Resort 5* 5 nights Triangle 4 Panama City / Gamboa /Playa Bonita Hotel Intercontinental Miramar 5* 5 nights Gamboa Rainforest Hotel DL 5* 4 nights Hotel Intercontinental Playa Bonita Resort 5* 5 nights Included in the triangle packages: all transfers between the hotels and in/out airport. Packages are also available as 12 nights. 13

14 The Panama Grande roundtour See the best of of Panama in 14 days Day 1 ARRIVAL IN PANAMA (Friday) Arrival at Tocumen International airport in Panama City with a transfer to Country Inn & Suites hotel that is situated in Amador, at the entrance to the canal, enjoy a light dinner. Day 2 PANAMA CANAL THE EIGHT WONDER OF THE WORLD (Saturday) Partial transit by boat of the Panama Canal going through the Miraflores locks, rising 30 meters up to the Gatun lake. Visit to Miraflores Canal museum with a buffet lunch at the look out restaurant watching the Canal traffic passing by. A bus ride back to the city passing by the old Canal Zone residential area. Day 3 PANAMA CITY, THE FIRST CITY OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN (Sunday) Visit the ruins and museum of Old Panama founded in 1519, and Indian craft market. Drive through business city and Bella Vista restaurant district. Visit Casco Viejo, the old town with a walk on the French pier and the historical squares. Finally drive out to the Amador causeway to admire the view from Flamenco Island. Lunch en route. Day 4 JUNGLE CALLING (Monday) Drive up to Gamboa Rainforest Resort, located only 30 minutes away from Panama City. Enjoy a true Gamboa adventure day, ride with the aerial tram through the treetops of the jungle, visit the hilltop tower with an incredible view over the Panama canal, the Gatun lake and the Chagres river. Admire botanical and zoological exhibitions and make a boat tour of Gatun lake to the Monkey Island and finally relax having lunch by the lakeside restaurant, spotting birds, crocodiles and turtles. Day 5 HISTORICAL FORTS AND CONGA (Tuesday) Drive up to Colon at the Atlantic entrance of the canal, visiting sights of the city and Canal Free Zone, continue to historical Portobello founded by Columbus in Visit customs house, old forts and church with Black Jesus, lunch in a restaurant with a beautiful sea view. Day 6 DAY AT GAMBOA (Wednesday) Day at ease in Gamboa relax enjoying the service and the spa facilities! Day 7 EXPEDITION INTO KUNA INDIAN TERRITORY (Thursday) Early morning flight with small plane to Kuna Yala Indian territory, San Blas Islands. Boat transfer to the islands where you have a splendid opportunity to see the daily life of the Indian community, with their own traditions and unique handicraft, world famous for their hand knitted Molas and gold decorations. Visit to Palm Beach island to swim and enjoy the beach. Over night stay at Indian Lodge hotel, for lunch and dinner expect fresh sea food Day 8 FLYING ACROSS PANAMA (Friday) Fly back from islands to Panama City, continue by air across the country up to David, the capital of the Chiriquí highland province at the border to Costa Rica. Lunch at the Gran Hotel Nacional and a sightseeing tour of the local attractions and markets. Day 9 TREKKING THE MOUNTAINS (Saturday) Drive up the mountains to Cerro Punta the beautiful vegetable and fruit valleys and trek up to Parque Amistad national park at the feet of the mighty Volcán Baru. During the route you will visit a archaeological Indian site and the city of Volcán, lunch at a country side restaurant. Day 10 BOQUETE CITY OF FLOWERS (Sunday) Drive up to the picturesque mountain town of Boquete and enjoy surrounding valley with astonishing views, visit a coffee farm and botanical gardens. Country lunch in local restaurant, plenty of time for shopping in town. 14

15 Day 11 DRIVING THROUGH THE COUNTRYSIDE (Monday) Take an interesting scenic bus ride from Chiriquí through the beautiful hilly landscape of Veraguas and Cocle provinces, finishing at the great Costa Blanca Beach Resort in the province of Coclé. Take an introduction tour through this All Inclusive resort with lovely gardens, nice pools, great beach, comfortable rooms, several restaurants and bars. Day DAYS AT EASE (Tuesday/ Wednesday) Enjoying the All Included service and activities of the resort. Day 14 LAST DAY SHOPPING (Thursday) After lunch departure for Panama City, with visit to the enormous Albrook Shopping Mall, with time enough to spend your last dollars on the outstanding bargains. Overnight at the Country Inn & Suites hotel. Day 15 HOMEWHEREBOUND (Friday) Breakfast and transfer to the airport and departure by plane from Tocumen International Airport, according to flight schedule! THE PROGRAM INCLUDES: All transfers, national flights and excursions mentioned. Lodging is in double rooms with half board except for Costa Blanca days 11 13, where the All Inclusive service is provided. Single rooms by request. Expert guiding provided in English and Spanish all through the trip. The Small Roundtour City/Nature/City 12 nights DISCOVER THE REAL PANAMA IN A SMALL GROUP! This tour features the main attractions of Panama: the modern and old Panama City, combined with the Chiriqui mountains and the valleys and the tropical islands of Bocas del Toro. Enjoy discovering the city, hiking the mountains and relaxing on the beach. Experience Panama, a unique mix of old culture and modern way of life. Day 1, 2, 3 and 4 Welcome to Panama. Transfer to the Country Inn & Suites Hotel (BB), directly located at the Panama Canal with a great view on the bridge of the Americas. Optional excursions available: Panama City, The Panama Canal and Gatun jungle lake. Day 5 and 6 Transfer from your hotel in Panama City to the national airport in Albrook. Domestic flight to David,the capital of the Chiriquí Province,transfer to Hotel Dos Rios in Volcán (BB). Tour of Cerro Punta Valleys, with visit to Dracula orchid farm and a Quetzal hike. Day 7 and 8 Transfer from Volcán to the picturesque town of Boquete. Visit to flower parks, gardens and coffee farms. Accommodation at historical Hotel Fundadores (BB) in Boquete. Day 9 and 10 Transfer from Boquete to David airport. Domestic flight to Bocas del Toro. Walking tour of the town and boat ride to the virgin beaches of Bastimento Island.Over night in town hotel Bahia (BB). Day 11 and 12 Transfer from the hotel to airport. Domestic flight from Bocas del Toro to Panama City. Transfer from domestic airport to Hotel Paitilla INN (BB). Day 13 Transfer from hotel to airport. INCLUDED IN THIS ROUNDTOUR All Transfers, Domestic flights Panama City David Bocas del Toro Panama City, and all excursions mentioned, lodging in double rooms, single rooms by request. Expert guiding. 15

16 FLEXI DRIVE discover Panama on your own! Panama is the perfect country to rent a car, there you can safely drive on your own and discover the different sites of Panama. Flexi-drive gives You an optimum of freedom with no sorrows about the hotels. The tour takes you to the most beautiful places: well-known small towns and un-known villages, with overnight stays in cosy small hotels and hostals. A nice way to get in touch with the locals.you can choose from two basic We programs offer 2 different or make programs: one of your own. Flexi drive 1 The beauty of the country side (12 nights/13 days-tour) A tour in which you experience the many aspects of Panama: Panama City, mountains, valleys, beaches, small villages, countryside towns and the Panama Canal. Day 1 and 2 Arrival in Panama City for a first impression of the city and the Panama Canal (2 N). Day 3 Transfer to the airport for the domestic flight to David, the capital city of the Chiriquí Province. At the airport pick-up the rental car and drive to the village of Volcano in the highlands (1 N). Day 4 and 5 Hike the extinct volcano and enjoy the small local villages in the surroundings to Boquete (2 N). Day 6 Discover the Pacific coast nearby Santiago in the province Veraguas (1 N) Day 7 and 8 Enjoy the great beaches and surroundings of Pedasí and Chitré in the province Los Santos (2 N): the ideal surf, hiking and fishing area. Day 9 Continue to Santa Clara where you can stay at the beach of one of the bays of the Pacific (1 N). Day 10 and 11 Drive into the cool mountains of El Valle de Antón in the province Coclé (2 N). Day 12 Back to Panama City along the Pan American Highway, drop-off the car in Panama City (1 N). Day 13 Transfer to the international airport or stay for an extension. Flexi drive 2 The taste of 2 oceans (8 nights/9 days-tour) Driving this route you will experience in a little more than a week, two oceans, the Pacific and the Atlantic, and the two oldest cities of Panama, Panama City and Portobello and the both entrances of the Panama Canal and in between it all the deep rainforest and the beautiful beaches! Day 1 and 2 Arrival in Panama City for a first impression of the city and the Panama Canal (2 N). Day 3 and 4 Pick up car in Panama City and drive to Colon on the Atlantic side and discover the historical Spanish harbour of Portobello. This was the place from where the Spanish fleet sent their treasures to Spain. Visit the Tax Free zone in Colon (2 N). Day 5 Drive over the new Panama Canal bridge El Puente Centenario into the Gamboa rainforest and the Gatun lake area (1 N). Day 6 Visit the mountains and flower valley of El Valle de Antón in the province Coclé (1 N). Day 7 Enjoy the pacific beach of Santa Clara village (1 N). Day 8 Drive back to Panama City along the Pan American Highway and drop-off the car (1 N). Day 9 Transfer to the international airport or stay for an extension. 16

17 Fishing in Panama Panama is a country with unbelievable opportunities in fishing, offering a huge choice of unique locations. Fishing in the Pacific, the Atlantic,in rivers and lakes and even in the Panama Canal! Choose your favourite; in- or out-shore fishing, fly fishing, deep sea fishing, spear fishing etc. Any doubt about fishing in Panama? Forget it! Panama has more than 40 IGFA world records and 24 junior world records!! We can offer you 3 unique fishing packages: 1. Pedasí Pacific One of the best spots in Panama. Fishing out of traditional panga boats, in a modern way with out board motor and ideal for fishing around the islands and coral reefs. A fantastic fishing experience with a close to guarantee big fish catch! Fishing Packages: 4 7 days packages,with transfer from airport of Panama City to Pedasí vv, hotel FB or all inclusive, bait, panga boat, assisting crew. Accommodation in small 2 3 star hostels or 4 star+ hotel all inclusive. 2. Pedasí San Blas Caribbean/Atlantic Paradise Yandup island is located in the San Blas archipelago of the Kuna Indians, offering sandy islands, beautiful coral reefs and deep blue clear water. You can swim from one island to the other. The area is protected and under the government of the Kuna Indians, who live in close connection with the nature. It is a unique fishing experience with lodging in Indian style cabins, you can even try original spear fishing in the most original way. Fishing Packages: 4 7 days packages, with transfer from hotel to domestic airport San Blas vv, flights, lodging FB, bait, original cayuco boat, crew and assistance. Accommodation in small 2 3 star hostels or Indian lodges. 3. Gatun Lake and Panama Canal The Chagres river, Gatun lake and the Panama Canal offers some of the best fresh water sport fishing in the world. Feel the excitement as you hook a Peacock Bass, Tarpon or Snook. The experienced guides will take you to the best spots. Fishing Packages: 4 7 days packages in Gamboa Rainforest Resort, with transfer from the airport to the resort vv, lodging BB, bait, boat, assisting crew. Accommodation in Gamboa's historical villas. More fishing packages on request! Our fishing partner in Pedasi The Marlin Investment Company. A company with its own philosophy: to work intensively with the local population in order to create an economical development in the area. They purchase the boats and lend them to the local fisher men for professional fishing. In case of bookings, the client is the king on board, guided by the friendly crew who knows the best spots to fish. Some fish to catch are Yellow fin Tuna, Jack Crevalle, Red Snappers, Wahoo, Grouper, Pacific Sailfish etc, and all is done with equipment of Shimano. This co-operation brought good results for the locals in the last years, as besides the direct and indirect revenues, they share a percentage of the company profit. Marlin Investment Company also develops small hotels and resorts of different class to stimulate fishing tourism in Pedasí. 17

18 Getting around! Panama has the best traffic infrastructure in the whole of Central America. All main roads are in good condition and the country is safe to drive in. Car rental is very affordable and recommendable. But if You don't want to drive on your own, there is a frequent inter city bus service. Also the domestic flights are well handled with regular daily services to Islas Perlas, Bocas del Toro and San Blas Islands. The main airport in the west, David in Chiriqui has several daily flights to and from Panama City. The national airport, situated in Albrook, next to the bus terminal, is only a 15 minutes taxi ride from the city centre. There is a daily ferry service to Taboga Island from Panama City and a weekend ferry to Contadora in Islas Perlas. Within Panama City just take a taxi, they are very cheap and know their way in a city where street signs are generally missing! A season for everyone! Thanks to its great tropical climate Panama can be classified as an all year around destination. The green season from May to November has it's daily showers, but they don t last for long and really just freshens up the air. The drier season goes from December to April but as Panama is a tropical country the landscape stays green all year. The Pacific is according to the statistics the sunnier of the oceans with Islas Perlas leading the sunny days count. Generally speaking ECO travellers prefer the green season and beach tourists the dry season. Best of all due to it's unique location Panama is climate wise the safest of all American Countries, no hurricanes, no earthquakes and no active volcanos. Special interest tours All through the year Panama offers a variety of special interest tours like the carnival in February, the agriculture fairs in the spring and the whale watching tours in July to September, only to mention a few ones. Bird watchers and fishing men have Panama high on their list, but so do also a growing crowd of golf fans. On the wild side jungle trekking in Darien and wild water rafting in Chriqui has gained many daring international friends as well as the high wave surf of the Pacific. Panama, a new exciting incentive destination! Discover one of the most exiting new incentive conference destinations in the world, a safe country with an excellent infrastucture, suberb technical facilities and a very reasonable pricelevel. Panama, a country of square meters with million friendly people, great nature with deep jungles and high mountains, historical towns and modern cities, can offer you the perfect frames for your incentive meeting. Panama has the latest conference high tech and communications combined with total security and discretion. The accommodation covers everything from primitive Indian huts to five star hotels and private clubs. The dining is superb and the shopping is just excellent. Let our innovative team compose a incentive program full with pleasant surprises and thrilling experiences! 18

19 Panama excursions and adventures A trip to Panama can be upgraded by several interesting tours which can be pre booked or bought at the spot. You can choose between day excursions or mini adventures with overnight stays. PANAMA DAY EXCURSIONS PANAMA CITY TOUR, three cities in one visit Ruin City with Indian Craft Center, Old City and Business City, a half day tour with lunch. PANAMA CANAL BUS TOUR, visit Miraflores locks and Visitors Center, Balboa Canal zone and Amador causeway, a half day tour with lunch. PANAMA CANAL CRUISE, the ultimate experience, a cruise on the canal, from the Pacific through the locks up 30 meters to the Gatun lake, a full day tour with lunch. PANAMANIAN NIGHT, Traditional folkloric evening with typical Picada dinner and a song and dance show PANAMA SHOPPING, tour of two modern shopping malls with exclusive boutiques and bargain department stores and original Indian craft market. JUNGLE HIKE, the total jungle day experience by boat up the rivers and a hike through the rainforest, a full day tour with lunch. JUNGLE BOAT, see the jungle the easy way on a boat, enjoy the exotic rainforest, colourful birds and the white faced monkeys, half day tour. HISTORICAL PORTOBELLO, visit the oldest town in Panama with great forts and the Black Jesus Church, full day tour with lunch. EMBERA INDIAN VILLAGE, visit an authentic Indian village up the Chagres river, a full day excursion with lunch served by the Indians. MINI ADVENTURES WITH OVERNIGHT STAYS SAN BLAS ISLANDS, fly to Kuna Yala Indian territory, one or two nights stay in Indian community, learn Indian culture and enjoy the beach, full meal service. ISLA CONTADORA, fly to Contadora Island, one or two nights stay in Contadora Resort, with all included resort with all meals and drinks, directly on the beach. HACIENDA DEL MAR, fly San Jose island, two nights stay at luxurious Private Club Hotel with superb all inclusive service. BOCAS DEL TORO, fly to Bocas del Toro, two nights stay in Bocas town hotel, city walk and visit Bastimento nature reserve beach. VOLCAN AND CERRO PUNTA, fly to David, one or two nights stay in El Manantial Mountain hotel panoramic tour of Cerro Punta valley. BOQUETE, fly to David, one or two nights stay in Boquete flower town, tour of town and valley, visit coffee shop. PLAYA BLANCA, van transfer to Costa Blanca, one or two nights stay in first class all included beach resort with all meals and drinks, enjoy lovely beach and entertaining evening show. CORONADO GOLF, van transfer to Coronado holiday village, one or two nights stay at hotel, enjoy golf, tennis or riding. GAMBOA RAINFOREST RESORT, van transfer to Gamboa Resort, one night stay in historical villas, enjoy aerial jungle tram and nature exhibitions. CORAL LODGE, fly to Porvenir on the Atlantic, boat to island, two nights stay in Bungalow suites with all included service, visit Indian community. DARIEN THREE NIGHTS, fly to La Palma, stay at jungle lodge with all included service, visit Indian community and spanish forts on jungle safari. KUNA TRAIL, transfer by van to Chepo, two nights in jungle lodge, two nights in San Blas Island, jeep safari and hiking coast to coast, fly back to Panama City. EL VALLE ANTON, transfer by van, one or two nights stay in El Anton Valley hotel, tour of countryside, optional hiking or bicycle tours. 19

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