Panama
Quick Information Guide
So
you are thinking of going to Panama but the problem
is you either know little about Panama there is so
much choice that deciding what is fact and fiction
is too hard??? Where to go, what to see, when to come???
Well
we have tried to make the process less painful with
our Easy guide to a
Panama Holiday below. By the time
you have read the 1 minute short guide to organising
a holiday in Panama you will be ready to call the
experts for their advice!!!
Feel
free to e-mail or call us
0207-193-3930 with any questions,
we are here in Panama and happy to help!!!
| OK,
you want to come Panama but not too sure where
to go or what to do and how long to spend there,
below find a brief explanation of areas and
what they are good for and our advised time
to spend in each area: Need
a Map!!!
| Area |
Time |
Description |
| Panama
City |
1-5
nights |
The Capital City situated at the Pacific
mouth of the Canal. The city offers a variety
of cultures and a vast array of history,
not to mention the Panama Canal. |
| Bocas
del Toro |
2-6
nights |
On the North East Caribbean Coast of Panama
the Bocas del Toro region offers Caribbean
deserted Islands and great snorkeling and
diving. |
| Boquete |
2-4
nights |
In the mountains of the Chiriqui province
on the North West Pacific side of Panama,
Boquete is at the foot of the Volcan Baru.
It offers guests wonderful hiking, horseback
riding, hot springs, rainforest tours and
white water rafting. |
| Pacific
Beaches |
3-7
nights |
Some of Panama's best and white sanded beaches
are located here. mainly all
inclusive's the area, the beaches are
located in their own micro climate and offer
great sun and relaxation. Good for water
sports!! |
| Pearl
Islands |
3-7
nights |
Tropical Island located south of Panama
City, very much like the Bocas but in the
Pacific. Great for fishing, relaxation,
isolation, paradise, marine life - dolphins,
turtles, whales, etc. |
| San
Blas |
2-3
nights |
If
you are looking to immerse yourself into
a native culture then this is the place
to go. You will live near the local Kuna
Indians and live like they do!! |
| Gamboa |
1-4
nights |
The
Gamboa is situated half way up the canal
in the rainforest that surrounds the area.
The area is great for people wishing to
experience the rainforest and see the wildlife
in the area. Great for Bass fishing, wildlife
and relaxing!! |
5
things you need to know about Panama before
you arrive: see more in the FAQ's
section
| 1)
Panama is a safe country and the level of
crime is one of the lowest in the world. |
| 2)
Currently there are no direct flights to
Panama from London, you will fly via the
Us or Spain. |
| 3)
You need no injections to come to the country,
however always consult a doctor before coming. |
| 4)
Panama hosts one of the modern wonders of
this world - the Panama Canal. |
| 5)
The dry season is from November - April
and the green season ( bit of rain in the
PM) May - October. |
Must
do tours in Panama:
see more tours in the tours
section.
| Panama
Canal Transit - transit from the Pacific
side to the Caribbean side of the Canal. |
| Panama
City Tour - on this tour you will learn
about the history of the city and the canal. |
| Snorkeling
in Bocas del Toro - snorkel on some of the
best reefs in the world!! |
| Volcano
Hike and Hot springs - must if you are in
Chiriqui!!! |
| Water
based tour in the Gamboa - see the crocodiles,
monkeys and sloth's on the Canal. |
We
hope that this has given you some idea of what
Panama has to offer and enough info on what
you will want to do while in Panama. We do however
suggest that you call (0207-193-3930) or e-mail
us and we can discuss things further, remember
we live here so our advice is first hand!!!
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