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Home to one of the world's most exceptional modern engineering marvels, Panama invokes historic nostalgia. Yet there's more to this Central American nation than the mighty Panama Canal, and travellers lucky enough to end up in Panama will be delightfully surprised by the uncrowded beaches, sensational surf breaks, magical rainforests and splendid colonial towns. It's high time the world's wanderers added Panama to their adventure agendas.
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Best of Central America

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44 days
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  • USD $3,495
    CAD $3,345
    AUD $3,230
    EUR €2,465
    GBP £2,050
    NZD $4,135
    ZAR R26,780
    CHF FR3,030
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Ultimate Central America

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58 days
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  • USD $4,560
    CAD $4,340
    AUD $4,190
    EUR €3,195
    GBP £2,655
    NZD $5,365
    ZAR R34,740
    CHF FR3,930
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Amazing Central America

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29 days
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  • USD $2,495
    CAD $2,375
    AUD $2,295
    EUR €1,750
    GBP £1,455
    NZD $2,940
    ZAR R19,025
    CHF FR2,150
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Costa Rica & Panama Discovery

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13 days
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  • USD $1,195
    CAD $1,150
    AUD $1,095
    EUR €880
    GBP £695
    NZD $1,430
    ZAR R9,195
    CHF FR1,080
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Highlights


Panama's Top Picks

 
Panama is the world's second largest duty free zone
 

Top 5 Brilliant Beach Spots of Panama

  1. Starfish Beach: This small beach in the stunning Bocas del Toro area is named for the hundreds of vibrant starfish that live here year round. A walk along the peaceful shore will reveal colonies of huge orange and red starfish lurking quietly beneath the water.
  2. Zapatillas Cays: Another of Bocas del Toro's beauties, these two postcard-worthy islands are home to seriously stunning beaches with crystalline water, powdery white sand and coral reefs teeming with turtles and fish.
  3. Isla Coiba: This rugged, Pacific coast nature reserve is rich in an incredible range of species, making it a wonderful place for divers and snorkellers out to spot a host of creatures. Marlin, swordfish, groupers, rays, sharks and eels can all be found within the coral reefs surrounding the area, and the clear water only makes spying them all the easier.
  4. Playa Chiquita: This rough and remote wonder located on the Caribbean Coast is one of Panama's best kept secrets. Its isolated location means it's a little difficult to get to, but the tranquillity, space and natural beauty make the journey worthwhile. Don't expect beach bars and boutiques - just long stretches of sand with few people in sight. Beach bliss!
  5. Isla Grande: This laidback Caribbean island offers an authentic slice of Caribbean life for those wishing to escape the more frequented tourist spots. Featuring beaches speckled with leaves and palm fronds, and small shacks selling fruity cocktails and fresh beers, this haven hand delivers relaxation Caribbean-style.

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Panama at a glance

  • 25
  • Panama City (population 450,000)
  • 3.4 million
  • Spanish
  • USD
  • (GMT-05:00) Bogota, Lima, Quito, Rio Branco
  • Type A (North American/Japanese 2-pin), Type B (American 3-pin)
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