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These locations in Panama display the country's diversity. From Coiba Island with its beaches to the colonial ruins of Portobelo. The selection includes national parks, mountains, beaches and historic sites. Volcan Baru offers views of both oceans. The San Blas Islands feature turquoise waters and coral reefs.

Coiba Island

Veraguas, Panama

Coiba Island

This national park contains white sand beaches and coral reefs. The surrounding waters host hammerhead sharks, rays and sea turtles.

San Lorenzo Fort

Colón, Panama

San Lorenzo Fort

This stone fortification from the 16th century protected Spanish gold shipments. The structure stands on a cliff at the Chagres River entrance.

Barro Colorado Island

Gatun Lake, Panama

Barro Colorado Island

This biological reserve contains a research station that studies tropical forests. Scientists monitor over 120 mammal species and 400 bird types.

This mountain formation resembles a reclining woman from afar. The hiking trail to the summit provides views of El Valle town and volcanic crater.

Sarigua National Park

Herrera, Panama

Sarigua National Park

This dry region features geological formations and contains archaeological findings from early settlers of pre-Columbian times.

Isla Iguana

Los Santos, Panama

Isla Iguana

The island hosts coral reefs with over 250 fish species and offers beaches for water sports activities.

Las Lajas Beach

Chiriquí, Panama

Las Lajas Beach

A 20-kilometer coastal strip with black sand, regular waves for surfers and palm trees along the shore.

Escondido Falls

Darien, Panama

Escondido Falls

A series of waterfalls in the rainforest with natural swimming pools and marked hiking trails.

Volcan Baru

Chiriquí, Panama

Volcan Baru

At 3,475 meters, this volcano allows visitors to view both the Pacific and Caribbean seas during clear weather.

Santa Fe National Park

Veraguas, Panama

Santa Fe National Park

This natural park houses numerous bird species, mammals and orchids along its hiking paths and near waterfalls.

Sendero Los Quetzales

Chiriquí, Panama

Sendero Los Quetzales

A 9-kilometer forest path between the towns of Cerro Punta and Boquete where Quetzal birds nest.

A 25,000-hectare protected zone with mountain forests, waterfalls and multiple species of animals and plants.

Soberania National Park

Panama Province, Panama

Soberania National Park

The national park spans 19,000 hectares of rainforest and houses over 525 bird species and numerous mammals.

Portobelo Ruins

Colón, Panama

Portobelo Ruins

The 17th-century fortifications protected Spanish trade routes and include military buildings, customs houses, and barracks.

Isla San José

Pearl Islands, Panama

Isla San José

The island covers 44 square kilometers and features coral reefs, mangrove forests, and white sand beaches.

Cerro Ancón

Panama City, Panama

Cerro Ancón

The 199-meter hill stands within the city limits and shows the skyline, Panama Canal, and Pacific Ocean.

Cueva del Bayano

Bayano Lake, Panama

Cueva del Bayano

This cave system extends several kilometers and houses colonies of bats among limestone formations.

Boca Chica

Chiriquí, Panama

Boca Chica

This coastal settlement offers boat services to surrounding islands and features local fish restaurants.

Kalu Yala

San Miguel, Panama

Kalu Yala

This settlement uses renewable energy and practices organic farming in a valley of Panama Province.

Isla Cañas

Los Santos, Panama

Isla Cañas

This island serves as a nesting site for five species of sea turtles and features long sandy beaches.

The 30000-hectare protected area contains mangrove forests, rainforests, and numerous bird species.

Los Cajones de Chame

Panama Oeste, Panama

Los Cajones de Chame

Rock formations create natural basins with clear water. The site offers swimming opportunities between tall rock walls.

Playa Venao

Los Santos, Panama

Playa Venao

The three-kilometer beach offers regular waves for surfers of all levels and several surf schools.

Isla Boca Brava

Chiriquí, Panama

Isla Boca Brava

The island features rainforest hiking trails, kayak routes, and beaches with sea turtles.

Cerro Punta

Chiriquí, Panama

Cerro Punta

Mountain settlement at 2000 meters elevation with agricultural lands where farmers grow vegetables and flowers. Home to many bird species.

Río Cangilones de Gualaca

Chiriquí, Panama

Río Cangilones de Gualaca

River flowing through granite rock formations creating natural pools and channels. The water depth varies between 3 and 5 meters.

San Blas Islands

Guna Yala, Panama

San Blas Islands

378 islands and cays in the Caribbean Sea, with white sand beaches and coconut palms. The indigenous Guna people maintain their traditions here.

Altos de Campana National Park

Panama Oeste, Panama

Altos de Campana National Park

National park established in 1966 at 800 meters elevation containing mountain forests and 266 bird species. Offers views of both oceans.

Canyon Macho de Monte

Ngäbe-Buglé, Panama

Canyon Macho de Monte

The canyon extends several kilometers with waterfalls and natural basins at various depths.

Las Tablas

Los Santos, Panama

Las Tablas

This town displays traditional craftsmanship and regularly hosts festivals featuring regional dance and music.

Santa Catalina

Veraguas, Panama

Santa Catalina

The coastal town offers year-round surfing with consistent waves on the Pacific coast.

The marine park protects coral reefs, mangrove forests and beaches with nesting sites for sea turtles.

Piedra Pintada

El Valle de Antón, Coclé, Panama

Piedra Pintada

These pre-Columbian stone carvings display figures and geometric patterns. Visitors can access the rock art through marked hiking paths.

Playa Cambutal

Los Santos, Panama

Playa Cambutal

The beach extends for 5 kilometers with black sand. The area offers consistent waves for surfers and several studios for yoga classes.