Why Visit Panama?

Panama may be small, but its long coastlines, tropical centre and steadily growing cities make it one of Central America’s most popular playgrounds amongst solo travellers. Volcan Baru offers spectacular ocean views and plays host to an abundance of wildlife, whilst Contadora Island has the most desirable beaches any traveller could wish for. This narrow bridge between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans has over 1,500 miles of shoreline for both adventure or relaxing – Panama can be as exhilarating or as laid-back as you wish!

Adventure

Adventure

History

History

Beaches

Beaches

Biodiversity

Biodiversity

Holidays to Panama

Highlights of Costa Rica & Panama

Highlights of Costa Rica & Panama

Discovery
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Facts about Panama

Currency

Currency

The currency in Panama is the Balboa (PAB), but the US Dollar (USD) is also widely used and accepted throughout the country

Time Zone

Time Zone

Panama operates on Eastern Standard Time (EST) which is GMT-5 year-round, as it does not observe daylight saving time

Weather

Weather

Panama has a tropical climate with average temperatures ranging from 24°C to 30°C year-round, experiencing a rainy season from April to December and a dry season from January to March

Things to see & do

Things to see & do

Explore the historic Casco Viejo, visit the impressive Panama Canal, and take a boat tour of the breathtaking San Blas Islands

Local Cuisine

Local Cuisine

Try the national dish, sancocho, a hearty chicken soup with root vegetables, indulge in patacones, twice-fried green plantains topped with savoury toppings, and enjoy ceviche, made from fresh raw fish marinated in citrus juices and spices

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