Ecotourism in Panama
Panama is a country with a lot of biodiversity!
Bongo Outdoors Tours, We are a Travel and Eco-Tourism Agency located in the province of Chiriquí, Panama. Inspired by the natural beauty of our environment and conservation, we offer unforgettable adventures.
We are located next to the David International Fair.
If you are thinking about where to go on your next vacation, I recommend Panama. It is an incredible place located in Central America. Here you will find everything: from tons of plants and animals to landscapes that will take your breath away.
And if adventure is your thing or you simply want to relax and enjoy nature, this is the ideal place for you and your family.
¿Why Panama is the perfect place for vacation?
Panama is a great country because it offers everything. You can enjoy its beautiful beaches and also explore the dense rainforests such as the forests of the Soberania National Park near the city or the Volcan Baru National Park in Chiriqui. If you like adventures, you are sure to find something exciting to do here.
How to get to Panama?
If you plan to visit Panama, it is like starting an adventure to one of the most picturesque and beautiful countries on the planet. You can appreciate the contrasts of Panama City from its skyscrapers to the old town.
Getting to this tropical paradise is easier than you think, and here we will tell you how.
By plane
The most common and fastest way to get to Panama is by plane. The country has the Tocumen International Airport and the Panama Pacifico Airport to get to Panama, then you can move around the country by plane if you want to visit Chiriquí, Isla Colón, Río Hato, etc.
By Car
For travelers coming from Costa Rica, they can cross the Paso Canoas border through Chiriquí, and the Guabito border through Bocas del Toro.
The best kayak tour experience in Panama can be found in the province of Chiriquí, the starting point is Punta de Tierra, Chiriquí.
The kayaking tour in Chiriquí is one of the preferred options for those travelers who want to feel a unique connection with nature, this adventure will make you feel one with nature.
How to get to Punta de Tierra?
Punta de Tierra is located just 25 minutes from the city of David in the direction of Panama, approximately 20 km away.
What to do before arriving in Boquete or going to Bocas del Toro?
If you are traveling from Santa Catalina or Pedasí to Chiriquí, this is a good option for an activity to do before arriving in Boquete or Bocas del Toro.
Why is the mangrove kayak tour the best option?
The biodiversity found in this area is unique… it is a total connection with nature!!
The activity lasts approximately 2 hours, it is impressive to be surrounded by so much nature. It is a total connection with nature. We will make sure that the experience is unforgettable!
Watching the sunrise or sunset in a kayak is one of the things we are sure you would love to experience.
Itinerary of the Kayak Tour in Chiriquí, Panama
Morning departure time
Sunrise Kayaking: 5:45am – 6:30am
Departure time in the afternoon
Sunset Sesh Kayaking: 3:30PM – 4:30PM
The Barú Volcano is the highest point in Panamanian territory and the highest volcano in southern Central America with its 3475 meters above sea level. The Barú Volcano National Park has an area of 14,300 hectares and its last reported eruption was more than 500 years ago. It belongs to the La Amistad International Park that borders our neighboring country Costa Rica. Through the narrowness of the Panamanian territory we can see the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, Bocas del Toro, Costa Rica, etc. The sunrises and sunsets are an unforgettable experience at the top of the Volcano and temperatures below 0 degrees are reported.
Climb the Barú Volcano in a 4×4
The Volcán Barú National Park belongs to the La Amistad International Park, which borders our neighboring country, Costa Rica. Through the narrowness of the Panamanian territory, we can see the Pacific Ocean, the Atlantic Ocean, Bocas del Toro, Costa Rica, etc. Sunrises and sunsets are an unforgettable experience at the top of the volcano, and temperatures below 0 degrees are reported.
What to know before going to the Barú Volcano in a 4×4?
The Barú Volcano is a demanding 27 km round trip hike through Boquete where the first 13.5 km have an accumulated ascent of 1800 meters of positive.
Ascent distance via Boquete: 13.5km
Estimated time of ascent in 4×4: 2 hours
Estimated return time: 2 hours
What is the weather like at Barú Volcano?
Due to its elevation, the Barú Volcano has a temperature that ranges between 0 degrees at night and a maximum of 10 or 12 degrees on its hottest days.
Itinerary for the Barú Volcano
Pick up time: 3:35 am
Return time to Boquete: approximately 9 am.
Barú Volcano 4×4 Tour
Start time
Start time: 3:45am
Time of arrival at the summit
Arrival time: 5:45am
Return time
Return time: 7 – 7:30am
Arrival time in Boquete
Time: 10:30 – 11am
River Rafting Boquete, Chiriquí
The whitewater rafting routes our experienced guides will select for your trip will depend on the water levels from the dam release for the day of the trip, your previous rafting experience, skill, and desire. Our jungle river rafting run offers incredible scenery, one of the best riverside lunches in Panama, as well as some celebratory beers and sodas at the end.
How to get to Boquete?
If you are in Panama City you can take a plane to the city of David and then take a bus at the David-Boquete transport terminal or if you come by car you can take the David – Boquete highway with a distance of 38km from the city of David which takes you approximately 1 hour.
River Rafting in Chiriqui
There is nothing better than whitewater rafting in Boquete, Panama! With several world-class whitewater runs in Panama’s Chiriqui Province alone, there is no paddling destination in Central America more extraordinary than Panama! Boquete tops the list for offering some of the best whitewater rafting trips in the world. The combination of the region’s topography, abundant watersheds, and incredible biological diversity make Panama an extraordinary whitewater rafting destination that offers stunning views of nature and wildlife.
River Rafting Tour
Departure time from Boquete: 8:30am
Arrival time at the Chiriquí Viejo River: 10am
End of Tour: 4 Pm
What does the River Rafting tour include?
Bilingual guides
Helmets, Life Jackets, Specialized River Rafting Equipment
Picnic and drinks
Transportation from Boquete round trip
For rafters of all experience, we’d love to take your group to the rivers of Panama with several classic Class II and III runs that offer nothing but super fun whitewater rafting! Based on rainfall, water levels, and season, we select from the Chiriqui Viejo River, Fonseca River, Gariche River, Chiriqui River, as well as many others. See a list of our rivers here.
Coiba Island Panama
Coiba Island is located on the Pacific coast of Panama. Many years ago it was a penitentiary and now it is the Coiba National Park. It was founded as a national park in 1992 and its territory is 503 km2 .
How to get to Coiba Island?
You can reach Coiba Island via Santa Catalina or Pixvae
Coiba Island
Coiba Island is famous for its amazing biodiversity, both marine, aerial and terrestrial. It has many coral reefs where thousands of people come especially to practice diving and many researchers also come to carry out studies of the flora and fauna found on the island, such as macaws and howler and white-faced monkeys, for example.
Coiba Island Tour
Departure time from Chiriqui: 3am
Arrival time at pixvae: 8am
Departure time for Coiba Island 8:30am
We will visit Machete Beach, Canales Island.
End of Tour: 4 Pm
Isla Escudo de Veraguas Panamá
Veraguas Shield Island Panama
It is the name of an island located in the Panamanian Caribbean of 3 km², its name is similar to the province of Veraguas but the reality is that it belongs to the province of Bocas del Toro and is located about 20 nautical miles from the Gulf of Mosquitos.
How to get to Isla Escudo de Veraguas?
You can reach the Escudo de Veraguas Island by two accesses, the first is through Chiriquí Grande and the second is through Calovebora in the province of Veraguas.
The Shield Island of Veraguas
The island has crystal-clear waters and white sand beaches. It is an endemic place, and we call it endemic because it is home to the Pygmy Three-toed Sloth, the only place in the world where this protected and endangered species is found.
Tour to the Veraguas Shield Island Panama
Departure time from David City, Chiriqui
Check out time: 3am
Arrival time in Chiriqui Grande
7:00 am
Departure time for Veraguas Shield Island
8:00 am
Arrival time at Veraguas Shield Island
9:30 am
Return time from the Veraguas Shield Island to Chiriquí Grande
3:00 pm
Return time from Chiriqui Grande to David, Chiriqui
4-5 pm
Gulf of Chiriqui National Park
The islands of the Gulf of Chiriquí are known for having an impressive biodiversity. On this tour you will visit the islands of Bolaños, Paridas and Gamez. On the tour you will be able to see many species of birds and cetaceans such as bottlenose dolphins. During the middle of the year you will see the arrival of humpback whales.
Humpback Whale Watching Tour
The Gulf of Chiriquí is the ideal place for observing Humpback Whales, they can be seen from very close to the city of David, just half an hour away you can take a boat from the Port of Punta de Tierra or an hour to the Port of Boca Chica.
Departure time
7:30am
Return Time
4:00pm
Panama City Bike Tour – Panama Bike Tour We offer tours every day:
TIMES: at 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM
Our tour has an approximate length of 12 KM, to get to know the city in the most fun way, leaving from Casco Viejo.
ITINERARY:
| • Old Town | • Simon Bolivar Square |
| • France Square | • Church of Saint Francis of Assisi |
| • Pablo Arosemena Statue | • PANAMA Notice |
| • Walk of the Vaults | • Cinta Costera Viewpoint |
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
New bicycles 2022
Guide in English and Spanish
Fresh water bottle
Snacks
Helmet
WHAT TO BRING?
Sunglasses
Sun block
Comfortable sneakers
Sportswear
Bike tour in Boquete, Chiriquí
Bike Tour in Boquete – Bike Tour Boquete
This is a scenic bike ride that starts at Boquete Brewing Company will take you through a variety of landscapes within the Boquete Valley. Through the town, along the Caldera River and then through the winding roads that reveal beautiful views along the way including Volcan Baru. You can enjoy a cup of world famous Boquete coffee at Café Princesa Janca. After the relaxing break, we head down into the valley and back to town to finish where we started. This is a perfect combination of challenge and ease makes for a wonderful and unforgettable experience.
Get to know the beauty of Boquete in the best way!
Views of the Barú Volcano
Views of Boquete
Caldera River
Panamonte Bridge
Boquete Coffee
After Tour Beer by Boquete Brewing Co.
What should you bring?
Mask, Alcohol Gel or Alcohol
Sunglasses
Sun block
The Horseback Ride is suitable for all ages, children under 5 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult, either their parent or a relative.
What will you see on the Horseback Riding tour?
Hens, Chickens, Roosters
Goats, Pigs, Calves
Rabbits, Ducks, Horses
On our tour you can feed all the animals, milk the goats or comb the horses.
The horseback ride takes place along the trails located within the farm, during the tour we will have views of the beautiful mountains of the central mountain range and the great Barú Volcano.
Before starting the ride, we recommend petting the horse to create a kind of connection with it.
Corn Experience
The Corn Experience is a very interesting activity where you will have the opportunity to grind corn with an old grinder, knead and create tortillas and almojábanas. All this will be accompanied by a guide who will guide you throughout the experience.
Amenities
To enjoy your corn creations, we serve beans, farm cheese, lemonade made from lemons from our trees, and organic, free-range pork or chicken from the farm.
Caldera Hot Springs and Waterfalls | 1 Awesome Experience
The waterfall has two natural pools with crystal-clear and refreshing waters, perfect for swimming and relaxing. You have to take a walk of about 15 minutes through a cattle ranch where you will find lots of vegetation and huge volcanic rocks.
Caldera Hot Springs: Hot springs are underground waters that spring from a spring, whose mineral components and temperatures above the ambient average are said to have therapeutic properties. They are found in areas close to volcanoes or tectonic faults.1
Departure time
Departure time: 7:30am
FIRST WATERFALL: ARRIVAL IN 45MIN TO 1 HOUR FROM THE DEPARTURE TIME (9:30AM WE RETURN TO GO TO THE HOT SPRINGS
THERMAL WELLS /2
Return time
Return time: 12 – 1pm
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