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Luxury travel to Panama designed for you

An explosion of wildlife, adventure, culture and relaxation

From swimming with turtles in translucent blue seas to trekking through some of the world’s best rainforests, roaming captivating cities to visiting one of the seven indigenous groups. Panama is an explosion of wildlife, adventure, culture and relaxation all on a narrow stretch of land.

Sitting as the narrowest point between North and South America and flanked by the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, Panama has long been a melting pot of cultures – even before the construction of its colossal canal. A pre-Columbian history through to the Spanish colonial era, along with influences from Africa, India, China, France and indigenous cultures, have led to one of the most fascinating and welcoming cultures in Central America.

The name Panama means ‘an abundance of fish and butterflies’ in the indigenous language and as home to the largest rainforest in the western hemisphere outside of the Amazon, it’s a concept visitors are quick to discover for themselves.

As a land surrounded by sea, the country is far from short of beaches, but some of its best lie on the numerous islands off the main land. The Gulf of Chiriqui marine park is also a great spot for whale watching.

Because of its unique geographical location and its famous canal, the country’s capital Panama City is a buzzing, sociable hub and is one of the most advanced cities in the region.

  • An Emberá man navigating a wooden dugout canoe down a river in the Chagres rainforest, Panama.
  • Restored colonial architecture lining a quiet street in Casco Viejo, Panama City.
  • A black and yellow toucan sitting on a curled tree branch with its large bill slightly open
  • Panama city skyline - modern city skyline - skyscraper building panorama
  • Wild two-toed sloth hanging on tree in Colon Island
  • Close-up of intricate hand embroidery and gold jewellery on a traditional Panamanian pollera dress.
  • View from the bow of a ship navigating the Miraflores Locks on the Panama Canal.
  • Beautiful lonely beach in caribbean San Blas island, Kuna Yala

From our experts

Experiences picked by our Panama specialists

Cross Boquete's hanging bridges

Follow a circuit of six hanging bridges in Boquete’s RÃ

Drive up Volcán Barú

Head out on a thrilling 4×4 off-road Jeep adventure up Volcán Barú, with snacks and refreshments along the way

Spend a day on Playa Christina

Get a taste for desert island life on the peaceful Playa Christina, swimming, sunbathing and hiking

Island-hop and snorkel in ChiriquÃ

Go island hopping in Chiriqui National Marine Park, with time for snorkelling

A word from one of our experts

Being the financial hub of Latin America Panama City is a modern business epicenter. The competing skyscrapers dominate the horizon, you could easily mistake the capital’s skyline for one in the states. Excellent restaurants are popping up through the city making it the perfect base to see the canal, which is not to be missed. However what stuck me the most was that we could drive for a couple of hours out of the city, take a canoe ride and then reach the middle of the rainforest to meet the Embera Indians. It’s the clashing of two extreme worlds which makes Panama fascinating.

Delfina Russo Travel Designer

Luxury accommodation in Panama

There are many incredible places to stay in Panama. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Panama City

Central Hotel Panama

Set in the historic Casco Viejo district, Central Hotel Panama invites you to make yourself at home in a space where high-end luxury meets the enchanting charm…

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Why book with Jacada?

  • Personalised design

    We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

  • Authentic experiences

    Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

  • Responsible travel

    Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Trip inspiration

Get inspired with our Panama example trips and then get in touch to plan your own adventure

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Luxury Panama Explorer

Encompassing both eclectic city explorations and tropical island escapes, this eight day luxury Panama tour truly gives you the best of both worlds. Discover P…

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When to visit

The best time to visit Panama is during the dry season, which is particularly pronounced on the Pacific coast, and runs from late December to April. Temperatures are hot, around 32°C (89.6°F) and there’s plenty of sunshine. These are the perfect conditions for outdoor activities such as visiting the Panama Canal, in Panama City, hiking in the mountains or lounging on pristine beaches. Panama’s climate is characterised by tropical conditions all year round; warm temperatures with rain showers. There’s a fairly pronounced distinction between the Caribbean and Pacific coasts, with the Caribbean coast seeing more rainfall overall, with afternoon showers common throughout the year.

Lush landscapes

May–December

Beach breaks

January–February

Festivals and carnivals

February

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Your trip, your story

We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.

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