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We
offer 16 possible all Panama tour extensions:
BOCAS DEL TORO Caribbean Island Retreat (#EX109)
An
extension from Panama City or San Jose, Costa Rica
3
DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
THE KUNA TRAIL Trekking Adventure (EX110)
4 Days / 3 Nights
BOQUETE: THE HIGHLANDS OF PANAMA (#EX111)
An Extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
CONTADORA: Pearl
Islands Retreat at Punta Galeon Hotel (#EX112)
An
extension from Panama City
4
DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
SAN BLAS ISLANDS:
The Caribbean Native Experience (#EX115)
An
extension from Panama City
3
DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
DECAMERON COSTA
BLANCA: A Beach Experience on the Pacific
(#EX116)
An
extension from Panama City
4
DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
GAMBOA
RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE (#EX117)
An
extension from Panama City
4
DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
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MELIA PANAMA
CANAL (Former U.S. School of the Americas)
(#EX118)
An
extension from Panama City
3
DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
SIERRA LLORONA BIRDWATCHING EXPEDITION (#EX119)
3
DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
POSADA DEL CERRO LA VIEJA, FOREST SPA (#EX120)
4
DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT (#EX121A-B)
3
DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
MESOAMERICAN
BIOLOGICAL CORRIDOR: A Hiking or Birding
Adventure (#EX122)
3
Days / 2 Night
DARIEN Ethnic Expedition
and Mogue Embera Village (EX127)
(An extension from Panama City)
4 Days / 3 Nights
WEKSO ECOLODGE:
Stay with Bocas’ Naso Tribe (#EX124)
3
Days / 2 Nights
EMBERA
OVERNIGHT in
Chagres National Park (#EX125) – 2 Days / 1 Night
HIKING COPE
NATIONAL PARK (#EX126) - 2 Days
/ 1 Night
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Itinerary:
BOCAS DEL TORO Caribbean
Island Retreat (#EX109)
An extension from Panama City
or San Jose, Costa Rica
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Day 1: ARRIVE BOCAS DEL TORO
Depart from Panama City to the
domestic airport for your flight to Isla Colon,
the main island of the Bocas del Toro
Archipelago. (Pick up at Paso Canoas for
travelers from Costa Rica.) Upon arrival our
local host will assist you with luggage and
provide you with transportation to the Laguna
Hotel or similar in this small island community,
which was first visited by Christopher Columbus
on October 5, 1502. In 1745, English pirates
successfully set up a base here to trade in live
turtles, sarsaparilla, tortoise shell and
mahogany. By 1890 the pirates were gone and a
flourishing banana plantation business began.
Today, the nine islands and 251 cays that form
the archipelago are a haven for snorkeling and
diving enthusiasts. The crystal clear waters and
the absence of currents and dangerous fish
provide the perfect setting for a wonderful
vacation.
Day 2-3: BOCAS DEL TORO
Days at leisure enjoying the
island. Your local host can arrange for
optional diving, snorkeling or kayaking
expeditions. Bike rentals and boat trips to
nearby Mangrove Forest are also available.
Day 4: DEPARTURE BOCAS DEL TORO
At the appropriate time, transfer
to the local airport to board your plane for
your flight.
Includes:
3 nights of lodging and taxes.
Optional Tours:
Swan Cay & lunch
Coral Key & lunch
Bastimentos Marine National Park
Turtle observation at night
Snorkeling tours to neighboring
islands
Scuba diving tours
Visit Indigenous villages
Pelican Island for bird watching
tour
Banana plantation tour
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THE KUNA TRAIL Trekking
Adventure (EX110)
4 Days / 3 Nights
This is an unforgettable
experience in the indigenous region of Kuna Yala,
the “Kuna Kingdom.” From your forest lodge on
the mainland you will walk to the coast and then
canoe to the nearby San Blas Islands.
Day 1: Panama City to Kuna Yala
Forest
Depart after breakfast to the
Burbayar Lodge, located in the mid-altitude
rainforest of Kuna Yala in the eastern foothills
of Panama (440 meters above sea level). This is
a place to enjoy nature, walk in the rainforest
and experience incredible birding. In the
afternoon, hike with a local guide along a
nature trail featuring 17 tree species used by
the Kuna Indians for medicinal purposes. Enjoy a
delicious dinner and a night with the sounds of
primitive nature surrounding you in the Burbayar
Lodge. (LD)
Day 2: Kuna Trail Trekking
Adventure
Breakfast early and then begin
your trek to the coast of Carti in Kuna Yala,
about 22 km away. Box lunch included. This walk
takes 6-8 hours depending on the physical
condition of each hikers. At the Carti River
bridge a boat will be waiting to transfer you to
Río Abajo and the San Blas Islands in the
Caribbean Sea. From there your group will be
transferred to Hotel San Blas on Nalunega
Island. Dinner of fresh seafood. (BLD)
Day 3: San Blas Islands
Rent or bring your own snorkeling
gear to explore nearby reefs or relax in your
hammock. Later get to know the Kuna community of
Nalunega. Tour to a neighboring island where you
can swim in crystal waters, snorkel or search
for unique seashells. Night at Hotel San Blas. (BLD)
Day 4: Departure to Panama City
Early morning return from San
Blas to Panama City.
The program Includes:
·Transfer
from Panama City to the Burbayar Lodge (in 4WD
vehicle)
·Accommodation
in Burbayar for one night
·Lunch,
dinner and breakfast at the Burbayar (includes
non-alcoholic drinks)
·A
mini-hiking tour of the jungle (not always
available)
·Box
lunch for the Kuna Trail
·Transfer
from the Rio Carti Bridge to San Blas Hotel by boat
·Accommodation
in San Blas for 2 nights (includes trips to other
islands)
·Transfer
from the hotel to the El Porvenir Airport to catch
the flight back to the city
·One-way
ticket from Kuna Yala to Panama City
·A
guide from Burbayar to the San Blas Hotel
Note:
This tour is designed for people who are used to
walking and are in good physical condition.
Recommendations:
-Hiking
boots and comfortable footwear
-Change
of clothes
-Carry
a minimum of weight
-Sun
block and repellent
-Hat
-Camera
with extra film
-Energy
bars
-2-3
liters of water
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BOQUETE: THE HIGHLANDS OF PANAMA
(#EX111)
An Extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Day 1: Arrive Boquete
Early morning flight to David in the western
province of Chiriqui. Transfer by car to the
picturesque mountain town of Boquete (1 hour). Enjoy
the afternoon in the beautiful Chiriqui highlands.
Optional tour of a private flower garden and a
coffee roasting facility. Overnight at Villa Marita
Lodge or the Panamonte Hotel. (B)
Day 2-3: BOQUETE
Days at leisure enjoying the town of Boquete and
highlands. Your local host can arrange for a variety
of optional tours such as: coffee plantation tours,
birdwatching tours, horseback riding or rafting.
Bike rentals and scooter trips to town are also
available. Nights at Panamonte Hotel. (B)
Day 4: DEPART BOQUETE
At
the appropriate time, transfer to the local airport
to board your plane for your continuing flight.
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CONTADORA: Pearl Islands Retreat
at Punta Galeon Hotel (#EX112)
An extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Day 1: Arrive Contadora
Transfer from your Panama City hotel to Albrook
Municipal Airport for a short flight to Contadora
Island, the Pearl of the Pacific. This is the fifth
largest of the 220 Pearl Islands and was discovered
by Balboa in 1514. The island’s name originated
from “La Contadora”, a counting house in Spanish
where pearls were counted before shipment to Spain.
Today the island is one of Panama’s premier leisure
destinations featuring fishing, diving and
snorkeling and a fine beach hotel, Punta Galeon,
where we have made reservations for a three-night
stay.
Day 2 & 3: Contadora
Days at leisure exploring the island on your won or
relaxing by the pool or at the beach. Nights at
Punta Galeon. (B)
Day 4: Departure Contadora
At
the appropriate time, transfer to the local airport
for your flight.
Includes:
3
nights of lodging, breakfast, air ticket and taxes.
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ISLA GRANDE: A Caribbean Island
Retreat (#EX113)
An extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Day 1: Arriving Isla Grande
Our local driver will pick you up at your Panama
City hotel for a 2-hour drive to the Old Caribbean
port city of Portobelo, once the site of the
region’s most important commercial fair during the
Spanish colonial era. Tour the Old Customs Building
and the church, then on to the coastal village of La
Guaira, where you will board a local boat for a
short crossing to Isla Grande. This forested island
seems like a mirage rising out of the blue waters
and your hotel, Bananas Village Resort, is perfectly
situated for privacy and easy access to Isla
Grande’s little town. Includes lunch or dinner (up
to $10.00), tips, taxes and use of non-motorized
water toys.
Days 2-3: Banana’s Village Resort /
Isla Grande
Days at leisure exploring the island on your own, or
relaxing by the pool or at the beach.
Day 4: Departure
At
noon you will check out of the hotel and begin the
transfer back to Panama City via La Guaira and
Portobelo.
Includes:
Transportation, tour of Portobelo, 3 nights of
lodging, breakfasts, lunches, use of all facilities
and taxes.
SAN BLAS ISLANDS: The Caribbean
Native Experience (#EX115)
An extension from Panama City
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Day 1: Arrival San Blas
Pick up at your Panama City hotel and transfer to
the Albrook Municipal Airport for a 25-minute flight
to the San Blas Archipelago, governed by the Kuna
Indians. On arrival, meet your local host and
proceed to one of the island lodges, your home for
the next two days. Most of your stay will be spent
at leisure observing the Kuna culture, swimming,
snorkeling or relaxing on beautiful white sand
beaches. Optional tours offered. (LD)
Day 2: San Blas
Another full day at leisure enjoying the island or
visiting with the friendly Kunas. All meals
included.
Day 3: Departure San Blas
At
the appropriate time, transfer to the local airstrip
for your return flight to Panama City. (B)
Includes:
Air ticket, 2 nights of lodging, taxes, all meals
and tours as specified.
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DECAMERON COSTA BLANCA: A Beach
Experience on the Pacific (#EX116)
An extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
This journey takes us to a special place on the
Pacific side of Panama where comfort, fun and a
beautiful beach can be enjoyed. Just 90 minutes from
Panama City, enjoy the facilities of this
all-inclusive, beach front hotel. Walk to the beach
at just a few feet from your room and enjoy the warm
waters of the Pacific Ocean. Facilities include:
extensive swimming pools, open bar, snack grill and
pizzeria and a variety of water sports such as sun
fish, kayaks, windsurfers, snorkeling, tennis,
volleyball and dancing in the hotel’s disco. Shows
and music every night. This trip is excellent for
families.
Day 1:
Transfer from Panama City to Hotel Decameron for 4
days and 3 nights.
Day 2-3:
Night at Hotel Decameron, all-inclusive.
Day 4:
Transfer out from Decameron to Panama City.
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GAMBOA RAINFOREST EXPERIENCE
(#EX117)
An extension from Panama City
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Gamboa Rainforest Resort is a luxury destination
resort located on the Panama Canal, in the heart of
the lush Panamanian rainforest. The resort has been
carefully designed to provide a variety of
educational and adventure experiences such as a
butterfly house, aerial tram and lookout, and
crocodile pool. Exploring the rainforest has never
been easier, since these attractions and tours are
found right on the property just minutes away from
your room.
Day 1: Arrive Gamboa Rainforest Resort
City and canal tour before transferring from your
Panama City hotel to Gamboa Rainforest Resort, where
you will experience a luxury rainforest adventure.
Night at Gamboa.
Day 2-3: Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Breakfast at your convenience then spend the day at
leisure exploring the area on your own, relaxing by
the pool, or at the hotel’s facilities on Gatun
Lake. Optional tours: aerial tram, night tours,
birding tours, kayaking, fishing. Nights at Gamboa
Resort. (B)
Day 4: Departure Gamboa
Breakfast. then at the appropriate time, transfer to
the international airport for your departure flight.
Includes:
Lodging, breakfasts and transfers.
Optional tours Available:
·Visit
to the Embera Drua Community at the Chagres National
Park
·Golfing
at Summit Golf Club
·Gatun
boat tour to Monkey Island
·Aerial
Tram
·Birding
Pipeline Road at Soberania National Park
·Kayaking
tours
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MELIA PANAMA CANAL (Former U.S.
School of the Americas) (#EX118)
An extension from Panama City
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
The Melia Panama Canal is a 5-star hotel located on
a peninsula overlooking Lake Gatun in the former
installations of the School of the Americas just 15
minutes from the Colon Free Zone. Surrounded by
spectacular tropical scenery and unique tropical
landscaping, the hotel’s rooms are fully equipped
and have an impressive view of Gatun Lake. The
hotel’s services include two restaurants (casual and
gourmet), a lobby bar, pool bar and cigar bar, the
Colon Cigar Shop, ballroom, casino, tennis courts,
spa/gym and conference center for up to 650 people.
Day 1: Arrive MELIA PANAMA CANAL HOTEL
Transfer from Panama City to the Melia Panama Canal.
Night at Melia.
Day 2: Melia Panama Canal
Breakfast then spend the day at leisure exploring
the area on your won, relaxing by the pool or
boating on Gatun Lake (optional). (B)
Day 3: Depart Melia Panama Canal
Breakfast then transfer to the international airport
for your continuing flight. (B)
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SIERRA LLORONA BIRDWATCHING
EXPEDITION (#EX119)
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Day 1:
After breakfast transfer to the Sierra Llorona
Lodge, located 20 minutes outside the city of Colon.
This is a place to enjoy nature, explore the
rainforest during hikes and experience incredible
birding. Overnight stay at Sierra Llorona Lodge. (BLD)
Day 2:
In
the forest birdwatchers will have the opportunity to
observe species such as the Great Tinamou, Grey
Hawk, Barred Forest-Falcon, Grey-Headed Chachalaca,
Blue-Headed Parrot, Shining Honeycreeper, Palm
Tanager, Indigo Bunting and many, many more.
Afternoon transfer back to Panama City for an
overnight stay at the Marbella Hotel or similar.
(BL)
Day 3:
Transfer to the international airport, approximately
two hours before your scheduled flight’s departure
time.
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POSADA DEL CERRO LA VIEJA, FOREST
SPA (#EX120)
4 DAYS / 3 NIGHTS
Day 1:
Pick up at your Panama City hotel for surface
transfer to Posada del Cerro La Vieja, in the forest
of Chiguiri Arriba (3 hours). Enjoy a three-night
stay at the Posada del Cerro La Vieja. Discover the
hotel’s rejuvennating mud baths and enjoy excellent
Panamanian cuisine in this remarkable setting on the
slopes of La Vieja Mountain. (D)
Day 2:
Optional morning tour at dawn, when nature is at its
best. Pure Adventure! The rest of the day can be
spent hiking La Vieja Hill, enjoying the lodge’s
private trails or just relaxing in a hammock while
overlooking the beautiful mountains of Cocle. Night
at Posada. (BLD)
Day 3:
Time to pamper yourself. Spend the morning enjoying
a soothing massage with the mountains and lush
vegetation as a backdrop. Or, get a facial with
tropical herbs and a mud bath that will stimulate
your skin leaving it smooth and rejuvenated. In the
afternoon, go on a horseback adventure to Tavida
Falls where you will encounter birds, monkeys and
lush vegetation. Night at Posada. (BLD).
Day 4:
Transfer to the International Airport, approximately
two hours before your flight’s scheduled departure
time. (B)
Note:
All activities listed above are optional and are at
additional cost.
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PANAMA CANAL TRANSITS (#EX121A-B)
3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS
Day 1 (Fri):
Escorted transfer from airport to Country Inn &
Suites in Amador (or similar).
Day 2 (Sat):
Pick up at hotel at approx. 6:45 AM for transfer to
vessel for the crossing of your choice:
(A) Partial Canal Transit (EX121-A):
After the vessel leaves the pier at 7:30 AM, you
begin the transit through the Canal. You will
approach the Miraflores Locks first, then
navigate through Pedro Miguel locks. Once
through the second locks, you will be in Gatun Lake,
once the largest manmade lake in the world. Watch
for crocodiles and iguanas, and various tropical
bird species. Finally disembark in Gamboa, a
US-built town formerly dedicated to the gargantuan
task of dredging the Canal. You will be met in
Gamboa for your return to Panama City by bus. Tour
includes: snacks, lunch, coffee, soda, juices and
bilingual guide. The partial transit takes about 5
hours and returns at 1:00 PM (approx.).
(B) Full Canal Transit (EX121-B):
After the vessel departs the pier at 7:30 AM, you
begin the transit through the Canal. View the port
areas as you approach Miraflores Locks, the
first set of locks you will transit. Next the vessel
will enter Pedro Miguel Locks, and come out
in Lake Gatun, once the largest manmade lake in the
world. You will see the Culebra Cut and then transit
the Gatun Locks. The tour ends at
Cristobal Port on the Atlantic side of Panama at
approximately 5:00 PM. An air-conditioned bus will
be waiting to pick you up for your transfer back to
Panama City. Tour includes breakfast, lunch, open
bar and bilingual guide. The complete transit takes
all day and returns at about 6:00 PM.
Day 3 (Sun):
At the appropriate time, transfer to the
international airport or continue your Panama
adventures.
Note:
The partial crossing program operates every week (on
Saturdays), except when a full transit is scheduled.
PLEASE ASK US FOR THE TRANSIT SCHEDULE.
Includes:
Two nights lodging, local transfers,
bilingual guides, private bus, taxes, meals as
suggested on the itinerary, partial or full canal
transit.
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MESOAMERICAN BIOLOGICAL CORRIDOR:
A Hiking or Birding Adventure (#EX122)
3 Days / 2 Night
Burbayar is on the summit of the San Blas
Cordillera, 22 km from the Atlantic and 14.5 km from
the Interamerican Highway to the south.
Even though we are just two and a half hours away
from Panama City, we are submerged in a privileged
tropical rainforest area which is part of a
biological corridor linked to the Nargana Natural
Reserve which is itself connected to the Chagres
National Park to the west and to the east with the
Darien National Park. In Burbayar we are aprt of the
Mesoamerican Biological Corridor (MBC**). The MBC
goes from the south of Mexico to Panama, including
Guatemala, Belice, Honduras, El Salvador, Nucaragua
and Costa Rica. The general objective of the MBC is
to keep the biological connection of the entire zone
in order to avoid forest fragmentation and loss of
habitats, flora, fauna and cultures, as well as to
assure its sustainable use.
Day 1: Burbayar Lodge
At
9:00 AM you will be picked up at your Panama City
hotel for a 2 ½-hour surface transfer to Burbayar
Lodge in the MBC. You will stay two nights in this
unique family lodge. Hiking the trails around the
lodge or just enjoy the tropical rainforest. (LD)
Day 2: Hiking or Birding tours
Burbayar is an ideal place for enjoying a tropical
rainforest, in the middle of which you will have the
opportunity to discover the camouflage of trees and
plants, to admire the landscape, to amaze yourself
with waterfalls and the sound of the jungle, to
realize there is not one shade of green, but
hundreds of different shades of green, to smell
exotic flowers with bright colors, to see
astonishingly large trees and vines, to breathe pure
clean air, to test yourself to walk for minutes or
long hours going up and down hills, climbing
staircase-shaped roots and to hear mysterious
sounds. (All meals)
Day 3: Panama City
At
the appropriate time, transfer to Panama city for
departure.
Includes:
Transfers, lodging, meals, tours and guide.
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DARIEN Ethnic Expedition and
Mogue Embera Village (EX127)
(An extension from Panama City)
4 Days / 3 Nights
The mystery of the Darien jungle. The
end of the Pan-American Highway and one of the few
places which still resists modern civilization. But,
for how long?
Day 1: Arrival
Departure in 4 x 4 from Panama City
after breakfast. We travel along the Pan-American
Highway toward the border of Colombia. After several
police checkpoints, we travel through a Kuna Indian
reserve (comarca) and stop at a small Kuna market.
Once in the Darien Province the paved road ends and
we begin travelling on rough terrain. We will lunch
at local restaurant with simple food based on rice,
beans and meat (usually chicken, pork or beef).
After lunch we continue to Meteti where we drive
through grassland and forest until Puerto Kimba,
where we will take a motorboat to La Palma or Mogue,
depending on tide conditions. Once we arrive in
Mogue we
meet our local native host and the leader of the
jungle expedition and proceed to the jungle camp at
the beautiful and remote Mogue Embera Village, your
home for the coming days. Dinner in the community.
Day 2: Hiking the Harpy Eagle Trail
After breakfast we hike through a secondary growth
forest looking for birds and especially the Harpy
Eagle, the national bird of Panama and an endangered
species. Our naturalist and Embera guides will lead
the walk and, after lunch, join us for a hike on a
short botanical trail to learn about the plant-based
medicine used by the Embera people. Dinner in the
community.
Day 3: Hiking an Old Growth Forest
After breakfast we hike through a private,
old-growth forest protected by a local organization.
We will learn about the neotropical plants here and
more about the history and way of life of the Embera
and Wounaan people. In the evening, we will
experience a “gathering” with the community members.
They will share their traditional dance and display
finely-crafted handcrafts. The Embera and Wounaan
men are renowned for intricate sculptures made from
cocobolo and Tagua, also known as vegetable ivory.
The women are expert basket weavers, made from two
different kinds of palm leaf fibers. The women dye
the palm leaf with natural dyes they collect in the
jungle.
Day 4: Mangrove Cruise
Depending on the tide, we depart the Mogue community
by motorized canoe sometime after breakfast. We will
learn about the important ecosystem of the mangrove
forest surrounding us along the river. On our way
back to Puerto Kimba, we may observe different bird
species such as herons, kingfishers, ibis and many
others. Marine wildlife can also be observed. Our
trip ends in Puerto Kimba, where we will take a car
back to Panama City.
Includes:
All transportation, 3 nights of
lodging in an indigenous lodge with tents, all
meals, expert bilingual guide and taxes.
In
order to prepare for police checkpoints, we need the
following information in advance:
·Full
names as they appear on your passport
·Passport
number and nationality
·Date
of birth
·Panama
entry date
*We reserve the right change itinerary due to
weather conditions.
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WEKSO ECOLODGE: Stay with Bocas’
Naso Tribe (#EX124)
3 Days / 2 Nights
La
Amistad Biosphere Reserve has been threatened in
recent years due to encroaching development,
deforestation and destructive land use. The Wekso
Ecolodge generates income for approximately 20 Naso
community families, providing them with ecologically
friendly employment, and helps them maintain their
cultural values. Wekso also generates resources for
the protection of the natural resources of La
Amistad, and has generated a higher level of
awareness among the Naso community members, in
respect to protecting the ecosystems as well as the
plants and animals within them.
The Naso Indians have retained their own language,
and due to expressed concerns of the loss of tribal
traditions from older members, the community has
taken steps to revitalize their fading traditions.
An example of this is the Shaman's Apprentice
Program, which encourages indigenous people to
preserve the knowledge of traditional medicine and
transfer it to younger generations. Handicrafts are
also made by local community members.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Transfer from Bocas del Toro to the Wekso Community
by boat from El Silencio. The navigation on this
river is made with the typical wooden boats with
small outboard engines. You will admire the
beautiful nature scenery that come down from the
mountains, filling the bottom with small rounded
rocks. Once you are arrive Wekso community the
local host will show you your bungalow cabin and
will introduce you to the community. Here, you will
have the opportunity to bird watch and view other
wildlife in an area full of tropical species. The
forest around the ecolodge is a convergence point
for 75% of all migratory birds in the Western
Hemisphere and is home to unique species such as the
Harpy Eagle, the Quetzal and the Giant Anteater.
Day 2:
Enjoy the nature and share the primitive lifestyle
of the Naso people. Today you can hike the trails
around the community. A loop trail starts in Wekso
and goes up through Naso villages adjacent to La
Amistad International Park. It is a wonderful
cultural experience to visit the villages and learn
about their culture and customs. The return to the
main lodge is an exciting whitewater rafting trip
down the beautiful Teribe River.
Day 3:
You will have time to purchase beautiful and
original handcrafts and contribute with the Nasso to
help to maintain their cultural values. Wekso also
generates resources for the protection of the
natural resources of La Amistad, and has generated a
higher level of awareness among the Naso community
members, in respect to protecting the ecosystems as
well as the plants and animals within them. Today
you will return to Bocas del Toro Island.
Facilities
Bungalow-style cabins with capacity up to 4 people
in each bungalow, meals, tours, outside bathrooms.
Our program includes:
Transfer from Bocas del Toro, lodging, meals,
donation to the community and tours and hiking at t
he community. Optional tours also available!!
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EMBERA OVERNIGHT in Chagres
National Park (#EX125) – 2 Days / 1 Night
This adventure takes us to the indigenous community
in Chagres National Park. We will get to know the
culture of the Embera Indians and witness their
artisans at work and learn their knowledge of
botanical plants. Embera dance and music evokes
scenes of a time before the colonization of the
Americas. If you wish, you can try the traditional
body painting using the “Jagua” fruit. We will also
observe a variety of birds found in this area. Walk
in the jungle, explore a waterfall and learn from
this magical and ancient culture. Spend the night
in your own open-air hut, built on stilts above the
ground. Listen to the sounds of the jungle as you
fall asleep in total darkness. Includes: ground and
river transportation, snacks and soft drinks, lunch,
dinner, breakfast and a specialized guide.
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This 6,000-hectare park is one of the largest and
most beautiful protected cloud forests in Panama.
Located near the center of the isthmus, El Cope
begins in the Montane forest on the Pacific side of
the Continental Divide and continues to the
Caribbean side, where the forest is more humid. Some
attractions include foothill birds, herpetofauna,
“poison arrow” and “golden” frogs. The forests in
this park also offer superb sights for bird watchers
such as the Golden-olive Woodpecker, Red-fronted
Parrotlet, Immaculate Antbird, White-throated
Shrike-Tanager and Redheaded Barbet. Includes:
Lodging in tents or at the Anam station, guide and
meals. Class: 4.
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