Volcán Barú National Park
Volcán Barú National Park, Mountain national park in Chiriquí Province, Panama.
The protected area spans 14,325 hectares of terrain containing five distinct ecosystems, from cloud forests to tropical hardwood forests with diverse wildlife species.
Established in 1976, the national park includes an active stratovolcano that has experienced multiple earthquake swarms, including events in 1930, 1965, 1985, and 2006.
The volcanic soil in the region contributes to the production of Geisha coffee, which ranks among the most expensive coffee varieties in the world.
Visitors can access the park through Boquete, with options for hiking trails of varying difficulties or using a 4x4 vehicle to reach higher elevations.
From the summit at 3,474 meters, travelers can observe both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans while standing at Panama's highest geographical point.
Location: Chiriquí Province
Inception: June 24, 1976
GPS coordinates: 8.83794,-82.53037
Latest update: May 11, 2025 11:02
Panama features a variety of photographic settings, from the colonial district of Casco Viejo to the fine sandy beaches of the San Blas Islands. Panama City combines historic heritage and modern architecture, including Frank Gehry's Biomuseo and the Miraflores locks that showcase canal engineering. Walks such as Cinta Costera or Amador Causeway offer views over the bay and the city skyline. Beyond the city, the country reveals rich and accessible nature. The Baru volcano rises over 3400 meters in Chiriquí province, while the Bocas del Toro archipelago hosts secluded beaches with turquoise waters. Tropical forests, marine reserves, and mountain trails complete this landscape diversity, making Panama a full photographic destination between the Atlantic and Pacific.
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.
Volcan Baru
3.5 km
La Amistad International Park
77.3 km
Bastimentos Island National Marine Park
67 km
Talamanca Reserve
77.6 km
Barriles
19.1 km
Piedras Blancas National Park
81.8 km
Estadio Kenny Sarracín
45.4 km
Estadio San Cristóbal
47.5 km
Osa Wildlife Sanctuary
88.5 km
Playa Manzanillo
89.7 km
Playa Cocles
92.8 km
Starfish Beach
67.1 km
Lucero Golf Country Club
20.1 km
Playa Pavones
82.9 km
Playa Tamales
93.1 km
Playa Platanares
90.6 km
Talamanca Range-La Amistad Reserves
77.6 km
Playa Sombrero
94.8 km
Antigua Estación del Ferrocarril de Bugaba
37.3 km
Sendero Los Quetzales
830 m
The Lost Waterfalls
6.3 km
Macho de Monte Cascadas
18.9 km
Playa Banco
85.5 km
Gobernación de Bocas del Toro
64.5 km
Los Cangilones de Gualaca
41.4 km
Catedral de San José de David
47.5 km
Residencia de José de Obaldía
47.4 km
Playa El Atrocho
75.5 kmReviews
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