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Holidays to Panama

Overview

Introduction

Panama is renowned for its landmark canal. It also boasts wonderful national parks, unique indigenous communities, untouched islands, amazing volcanic craters, tropical rainforest, enchanting cloud forest and abundant wildlife, including over 900 bird species. Tourism is in its infancy, offering an authentic experience for more adventurous travellers. It also combines well with Costa Rica for an extended stay.


Panama is the southernmost country of Central America, bordering Costa Rica to the West and Colombia to the East. Covering approximately 29,000 square miles, more than a quarter of the land is set aside for conservation, including 13 National Parks. For this reason, it is hardly surprising that Panama is home to the greatest number of plant and animal species in the world, including over nine hundred bird species - which is more than in the United States and Canada combined. Panama is a truly diverse melting pot of cultures. The largest single group of people is Mestizos, of mixed Spanish and indigenous heritage, in addition to seven different indigenous groups.

These vibrant cultures include the Kuna in the San Blas Islands on the Caribbean side; the Embera and Wounaan in the Darién Province; the Ngobe and Bugle in the province of Chiriquí, Bocas del Toro and Veraguas; the Naso and the Teribes in the province of Bocas del Toro.

Throughout its history, Panama has had its fair share of political instability and corruption. Furthermore, since gaining independence from Colombia in 1903, it has largely been under the control of the United States.  It was not until December 31st, 1999, when Panama finally gained independence and all canal-related lands, buildings, infrastructure and administration were handed back to the Panamanians.

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Getting there

There are no direct flights from the UK to Panama. European airlines flying to Panama are KLM from London Heathrow (via Amsterdam), Iberia (via Madrid) and Air France (via Paris).  Other options from London Heathrow include Avianca via Bogota.  Also there are flights from London Heathrow to Panama City via the United States (Houston and Miami) with United or American Airlines.  Any flights via the US require an ESTA application.  Regional departures include Manchester, Birmingham, Newcastle, Bristol, Cardiff and Edinburgh.

Combinations

Panama can also be combined with trips to Costa Rica and/or Guatemala in Central America, and South American countries including Peru and Ecuador.

At a glance

  • Home to the awe-inspiring Panama Canal, considered to be the 8th wonder of the world.
  • One of the most biologically diverse areas in the world, with more than 950 bird species.
  • Lake Gatún – the largest man-made lake in the world.
  • Diverse landscapes and cultures.
  • Superb snorkelling and diving in Bocas del Toro.
  • Rich historical and cultural heritage.
  • Panama Canal Railway – the world’s first transcontinental railway.
  • The best time to visit is during the dry season, from November to mid April, yet Panama can be visited year-round. Note that short downpours occur most days on the Caribbean side, even during the dry season. The average temperature is between 25°−30°C and humidity is always high in the lowlands.

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Joe is a welcome addition to our Latin America team. He previously completed a 5 month personal trip around South America. His knowledge of the region has been enhanced even further by a 5 week research trip around Argentina, Chile and Costa Rica. However, his passion for travel started long before this. He has visited 53 countries (and counting) and he loves nothing more than discovering the unknown and trying new experiences. Not one for a straightforward beach holiday his main passion whilst abroad is scuba diving but any adventure activity or getting out into the great outdoors is what truly appeals to him. Having spent 5 years with other specialist travel firms he could not have had better experience in crafting the best itineraries.

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