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Testimonials
We
had a great trip with you in Panama. One of the most memorable
in all our travels for sure! We can't stop raving about Panama
and our experiences with you!
Ruth
& Richard Cohen
Great Neck, New York
I
want to thank you for being so patient, attentive, organized,
and having a great sense of humor. You made the trip feel like
an adventure with friends, rather than a tour group.
Jennie
Chou
Austin, Texas
I
just wanted to tell you how much Greg and I enjoyed the tour
and our time with you and the rest of the "extremists"
in our group. Everything was delightful: the people we met,
the food, the adventures. I have told many, many people about
our tour, and that you guys are the best.
Margaret
Bradford
Grants Pass, Oregon
Thank
you for a wonderful trip, lots of laughs, and for answering
our many questions. We had a great time and we hope to see you
again.
Julie
Hall-Lavorgna
Tampa, Florida
The
guys who run the tour company are phenomenal. If you're into
outdoor experiences, this is the ultimate.
Linda
& Robert Kalman
Brewster, NY
I
don't know whether it was the jungle trails, or the beautiful
flowers everywhere, or... I do know, the very best Panama treat
was you! Thanks again for everything. We feel very lucky to
have found you.
Bailey-Turner
Family
Hanover, NH
Many
thanks, my whole trip was wonderful. I cannot think of a single
enterprise that I've attempted lately that went so smoothly.
Beverly
Stephens
Columbus, OH
Thank
you for a great time. We really appreciate your patience, thoughtfulness
and impeccable planning of all the details and how effortless
you had it appear! We had a wonderful experience and could not
have done it without all of your help. You were a pleasure to
travel with, be with, and get to know.
Vicky
Katz
Westport, CT
Thank
you for the educational adventure in your country. Meeting
you was truly a highlight of our time in Panama. Your entrepreneurial
spirit, sophistication, and commitment to preserving the natural
riches of your country will surely make you a contented, successful
person. We surely miss being in your spectacular country.
Linda
& Page Ogden
Natchez, Mississippi
This
tour is jam-packed with adventures and pleasant surprises! With
guides full of perseverance and a fun-loving nature, I had the
time of my life!
Yuvette
Chou
Houston, Texas
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SPECIAL
Panama Christmas Adventure Tour
Join us on
this amazing journey through the Panamanian countryside and
experience Panama in a way few people do. The itinerary includes
multiple activities, diverse locations, and full support from
our expert guides.
DATES:
December
20-28, 2008 JOIN
US!
Tour
Details:
Price
per person - 9 Days, 8 Nights
US$1,750.00 (Based on double occupancy)
Package Includes
All internal transportation (air, land, water), meals as indicated,
lodging, tours as outlined on the itinerary, local guides fluent
in English and Spanish.
Not Included
International airfare, airport taxes, alcoholic beverages, excess
baggage charges, extras in hotels (laundry, telephone calls,
room service).
Accommodations
6 nights in double rooms in small hotels with private bathroom,
1 night on bunk beds in a ranger station in the middle of the
rainforest with no electricity, 1 night in a very basic/rustic
native style lodge set on a private island.
Detailed
Itinerary:
Day
1: Panama City Upon arrival into the Tocumen International
Airport you will be met by one of our representatives and transferred
to your hotel in Panama City. At night we will go out for dinner
at a Panamanian style restaurant where we will go over the itinerary,
answer any last minute questions, and toast for the beginning
of a great trip: Salud! Meals: Dinner. Lodging: Hotel in Panama
City
Day
2: Cave Exploration & Continental Divide
After breakfast, we drive to a native village on the shores
of Lake Bayano where we take a boat and navigate to the entrance
of the caves. Once at the caves the adventure begins... You
will immediately feel the adrenaline pumping through your veins
as you walk deep into this underground river and start appreciating
the most spectacular rock formations. After a couple of hours
of heart pumping fun, we'll break for lunch and relax in an
open area surrounded by huge stone walls, gorgeous forest and
a lagoon, where everyone is invited for a swim. Late afternoon
we drive up to the Continental Divide and to the border with
the Kuna Yala autonomous territory. We will spend the night
in the park ranger station in the middle of the rainforest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Park ranger station
on Continental Divide
Day
3: Kuna Yala Native Culture & Tropical Islands
Prepare yourself for the cultural experience of your life. We
start the day early with a hike to the Caribbean, where a boat
will be waiting for us to take us to our hotel, which is located
on a private island surrounded by Kuna communities. On this
day you will have the opportunity to learn about the traditions
of the Kunas and visit some of the most beautiful islands in
the world. Most of these white sand islands are small and filled
with palm trees, they look just like taken out of a dream. Once
at the islands, you can swim in the crystal clear waters or
do some snorkeling and be surprised by the indescribable beauty
that lies underwater. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Lodging:
Rustic Kuna Style (set on a private island)
Day
4: Panama Canal & the Countryside Wake up to the sounds
of the waves on the Caribbean, get on a plane, and 30 minutes
later you are on the Pacific Ocean. Upon arrival, you will be
transferred to the Panama Canal's Miraflores Locks where you
will learn about the operations and history of this engineering
marvel of the world as you watch huge cargo ships passing right
in front of you. After that we will cross the bridge over the
Canal and drive west on the Pan-American Highway to get a glimpse
of the Panamanian countryside, making stops along the way to
try local snacks, take photos of the beautiful scenery, have
lunch in a restaurant right by the beach, and wet your feet
on the Pacific Ocean... remember where you were this morning?
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Lodging: Hotel in Santiago
Day
5: Organic Farm & Hidden Waterfalls Aboard
our 4x4 expedition vehicles we will visit a secluded organic
farm high up in the mountains. The friendly family that lives
and work here will welcome us with a smiling face, they have
anything from sugar cane, coffee and cocoa, to tomatoes, bananas,
and pineapples. The setting of this place is unbelievable, as
the waterfalls abound in their backyard. So, besides from experiencing
life on this off the beaten path location, you will have the
opportunity to hike through lush jungle, climb rocks, and visit
waterfalls in all shapes and sizes, most of them with the conveniently
located natural stone pool at the bottom inviting everyone for
a swim. At night you can go with the guides for a late hike
in search of nocturnal frogs. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Lodging: Basic small town hotel in the mountains
Day
6: Hiking, Climbing & River Trekking This
is one of our favorite days as we go hiking deep into the rainforest
where only few have gone before, we will go up the mountains
alongside a river discovering many hidden waterfalls along the
way, we will have to cross the river several times using ropes,
and climb rocks to get to our final destination, a thundering
waterfall! Along the way we will stop to have some fun sliding
down big rocks that end in natural pools surrounded by lush
vegetation. Then, late afternoon we will go for another hike
to the top of one of the area's highest peak to enjoy the scenic
views and an amazing sunset over the mountains. Meals: Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner. Lodging: Basic small town hotel in the mountains
Day
7: From the Beach to the Highlands On our way to
Boquete, we will visit Las Lajas Beach, where you can go for
a swim in its warm waters, walk the many miles of unpopulated
coastline, eat fresh fish for lunch, and rest in a hammock with
a cold beer in your hand. Late afternoon we will arrive in the
beautiful Boquete valley, located at 3,500 feet above sea level
and with a pleasant temperature of 21'C (70'F) all year round.
Cultivation of flowers, coffee, strawberries and other fruits
are the main activities for the local community. There will
be time to go for a walk, and have dinner at one of the excellent
restaurants in this lovely mountain town. Meals: Breakfast,
Lunch. Lodging: Hotel in Boquete
Day
8: Zip Line/Canopy Adventure Tour Glide through a
series of thrilling zip lines high above pristine rivers, waterfalls,
and one of Panama's most spectacular and unspoiled rainforests.
We start by getting dressed with all the appropriate equipment
and receiving a safety briefing where you will be instructed
on how and what to do. Then a harness, an ultra-resistant steel
cable, and gravity are the elements necessary to suspend and
propel you in this incredible journey as you cut through the
wind gliding from tree to tree! Then is back to town for lunch
and to the hotel to collect our bags and drive to the airport
in the city of David for our afternoon flight back to Panama
City. Upon arrival, you'll be met and transferred to your hotel
for the night. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch. Lodging: Hotel in Panama
City
Day
9: Departure After and amazing trip, we will drive you to
the International Airport for your return flight home. Meals:
Breakfast
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Tour
Highlights
-
4X4 ADVENTURE
- BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
- CAVE EXPLORATION
- HIKING & TREKKING
- HIDDEN WATERFALLS
- NATIVE COMMUNITIES
- SNORKELING
- ZIP LINE TOUR
Group
Size
MIN 6 - MAX 12
Skill
Level
Friendly kids at the native community on the shores of Lake
Bayano
Crossing one of the two chest level pools inside the caves
On our way to the Kuna Yala park ranger station at the Continental
divide
The average small island filled with palm trees in Kuna Yala
Beautiful turquoise water on the Caribbean sea
Celebration at the bottom of the waterfalls
Taking a break in paradise
Watching the sunset over the mountains
A few minutes before arriving into the Boquete valley. Guess
which town is at the end of the rainbow?
Zip-lining through the cloud forest in Boquete
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