About Panama

Panama is Central America’s southernmost country, bordering Costa Rica and Columbia, and situated in the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. This popular tourist destination boasts tropical rainforests, breathtaking mountains and hills, sugar soft beaches, paradise islands, turquoise waters, a vibrant capital city and the famous engineering feat - the Panama Canal. Panama also offers an impressive array of activities including fishing, snorkeling, hiking, diving, golf, mountain trekking, surfing, bird watching, kayaking and rafting.

The highland city of Boquete, in Western Panama in the Chiriquí Province, provides a popular mountain retreat for tourists, with a pleasant springtime climate and rich natural beauty as afforded by the local flora and fauna. The Chiriqui Viejo River is a favourite with rafting enthusiasts looking for the thrills of one of Panama’s scenic watercourses. The area is also popular among hikers, rock climbers, bird watchers, horse riders and those who enjoy a gentle stroll around the picturesque delights of the region.

For those looking for the bright lights of the capital, Panama City, situated at the Panama Canal’s Pacific entrance, offers a cosmopolitan combination of historical charm and modern exuberance. Fine dining experiences and world-class hotels welcome tourists who flock to the city’s many attractions, including the Church of San Jose, featuring the city’s famous golden altar; the Metropolitan National Park, which is home to hundreds of different bird species; and the various contrasting areas of the city, including Panama Vieja (Old Panama) and the colonial district of Casco Viejo (also called San Felipe).

Panama encompasses many more regions, each offering a wide array of alluring features, so whether you’re looking for a destination which offers an abundance of activities, stunning scenery, a relaxing beach hideaway, an historical treasure-trove or a fascinating cultural retreat, Panama has plenty to offer.