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Skype user: A hike through the rainforest is not eco-tourism unless that particular walk somehow benefits that environment and the people who live there. A rafting trip is only eco-tourism if it raises awareness and funds to help protect the watershed. A loose interpretation of this definition allows many companies to promote themselves as something that they are not. If true eco-tourism is important to you, ask plenty of questions to determine if your trip will help "conserve and improve" the places you visit.
Panama Rafting: White Water Rafting & River Tours in Chiriqui
When travelers visit Panama or any other country in Central America, one of the most common thoughts that come to their minds is an unexplored land of virgin jungles full of exotic wildlife. Whitewater River Rafting gives them a unique opportunity to discover the tropical rainforest from the distinct perspective that comes from experiencing the adrenaline of running a rapid and contemplating nature's scenery from the river.
Panama rafting is just being discovered and ever since the word started spreading out, the rivers of the province of Chiriqui have been particularly drawing the attention of rafters and paddlers from all over the globe.
Considered by many experts as one of the most attractive destinations for whitewater river rafting in Central America, the rivers of the province of Chiriqui in Panama are packed with thrills and beauty to captivate all, and Boquete has naturally become Panama's base for most of the whitewater river rafting outfitters.
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Full Day Rafting Trips |
Overnight Rafting Trips |
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| Normal Price | $90 per person | $175 per person |
| Habla Ya Student Price | $85 per person | $160 per person |
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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You name it, Panama's rivers in Chiriqui have it: mild scenic Class II rivers for birdwatching lovers with tranquil pools (Majagua and Esti River), fun and technical Class III sections with secret passages to majestic waterfalls and pool drop rapids (Gariche River and Dolega), challenging, long and continuous Class IV sections (Caldera River and Río Chiriqui) and wild action packed Class V rapids during the rainy season (Chiriqui Viejo).
Quetzals Trail: Hike one of Panama's most incredible Eco-Paths
"El Sendero de los Quetzales" is a 9.6 km trek (total length of 6 miles) in Panama's western highlands that connects the towns of Boquete and Guadalupe (Cerro Punta). Although the difference in altitudes between both towns is around 1 km, the real change in altitude when hiking this trail is approximately 2 kms (with all the ups and downs!).
Renown for its beauty, hikers will have a chance to encounter Chiriqui's wild cloud forest, waterfalls, rivers and streams, explore its mountains and hills and discover its valleys and peaks. Hiking the trail takes an average of 4 to 7 hours, that basically depends on your hiking pace. This enchanted path can be hiked uphill or downhill. Each option presents its own advantages and disadvantages. All of our hiking tours depart from Boquete.
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| Out and back | $35 per person | $45 per person | ||
| Boquete to Cerro Punta | $50 per person | $65 per person | ||
| Cerro Punta to Boquete | $50 per person | $65 per person | ||
| Overnight (Boquete to Cerro Punta) | $110 per person | $125 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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This Eco-Path has achieved international fame because it is one of the last places in Central America where a Resplendent Quetzal can be spotted with relative ease. Following certain tips and advice can increase possibilities of seeing a quetzal. LEARN MORE ABOUT "EL SENDERO DE LOS QUETZALES"...
Zip Line Canopy Tour with Boquete Tree Trek
Central America's second longest zip line canopy tour provides adventure enthusiasts a unique opportunity to experience the cloud forest from a distinct perspective while gliding at high speeds from platform to platform in the rainforest's canopy.
The Zip Line Canopy Tour in Boquete is a unique experience that allows you contemplate the canopy of the cloudforest from thirteen different canopy platforms while smoothly soaring in the heights of the cloud forest from one treetop to another.
You will glide through the trees and encounter a world unknown. You will discover a fascinating perspective of wildlife that you had never appreciated. Native species of flora and fauna can be observed. You will marvel at the sight of a great variety of orchids, trees and wildflowers that are found throughout the area.
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| Zip Line Canopy Tour | $55 per person | $60 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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3.5 kms of steel cable, 12 zip lines, 13 platforms, 100 to 200 feet above the ground (30 to 60 meters) for a 3 hour zip line canopy tour in the Palo Alto Region of Boquete, Panama.
Chiriqui Gulf Island Tours: Private Island Getaways & Chiriqui Islands Day Trips
According to Lonely Planet Panama, "The undisputed gem of the Chiriquí lowlands is the Golfo de Chiriquí"... if you are looking for an exotic getaway in your Panama vacation, then the uninhabited islands of the Chiriqui Gulf National Park should top your list!
You can choose from our Motor-Boat Trips to Isla Gámez or Bolaños or an All-Inclusive Private Island Getaway to Isla Paridita.
Swim and snorkel in warm turquoise waters with coral and fish of vibrant colors... Go out for a memorable boat trip in search of dolpins and whales... Relax on a hammock tied to slender coconut palm trees, where the only sounds you'll hear are the crashing of the waves and the nature in the forest... Take a private charter to world class scuba diving sites or some serious deap sea fishing... Lie in the sun on your own private stretch of white sand beach... Hike miles of beautifully maintained islands pathways that take you through cathedral forests of ancient hardwood trees... and much more: in the Chiriqui Gulf...
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Full Day Island Trip |
Overnight Island Trip |
All-Inclusive Private Island Getaway* |
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| Single | Double | Single | Double | Single | Double | |||
| Normal Price | $75 - $90 per person | $175 per person | $275 | $400 | $275 | $375 | $325 | $425 |
| Habla Ya Student Price | $65 - $80 per person | $160 per person | $250 | $375 | $250 | $350 | $300 | $400 |
| Entire Island | n/a | n/a | $1275 | $1275 | $1375 | |||
* The above prices for the Full Day and Overnight Island Trip do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax, but the All-Inclusive Island Getaway does include Panama's 10% Hotel Tax. Rates for the All-Inclusive Private Island Getaway are per night. Whale Watching Season (WS): August 1 - November 14; Green Season (GS): April 16 - July 31; Peak Season (PS): November 15 - April 15. Single and double refers to occupancy in each palapa or cabin. Maximum occupancy of island is eight guests (four cabins).
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Many travelers say that the Chiriqui Gulf is simply the highlight of their Panama Holiday. Believe us, you will LOVE IT!
Coffee Tours in Boquete: Panama's specialty coffee capital
You might have heard that Panama's coffee is the best coffee in the world. Did you know that Panama's best coffee is grown in the highlands of Boquete? Visiting Boquete without going on a coffee tour is like visiting Las Vegas and not going to a casino.
Come and discover the secret behind producing the world's best coffee and join a coffee tour! Boquete's coffee tours will take you to where it all begins: the coffee plantations of Chiriqui's highlands and you will end these tours sampling freshly roasted and grinded coffee from Boquete.
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Complete Coffee Tour |
Specialty Coffee Tour |
Coffee Roastery Tour |
| $30 per person | $30 per person | $9 per person |
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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At Habla Ya Language Center we recommend Café Ruiz's coffee tour because Café Ruiz is one of the oldest and most respected coffee producers in the country. The Ruiz family is 100% Panamanian and their coffee tours are led by Ngöbe Buglé Indigenous who play a vital part in Panama's coffee industry. Tours on Sunday cost an extra $4.50 per person.
Caldera Hot Springs: chill out & relax after Boquete's adventures
If you want to relax and chill out, on the path to Boquete lays a place famous for its natural hot springs renown for their healing properties. The hot springs are located within a private farm and four undeveloped pools of mineral water with different temperatures are easily accessible.
With so many adventurous and physical demanding tours in Boquete, the Caldera Hot springs is certainly a place to come if you feel like soothing your aches.
Caldera, which means boiling pot, is a small town near the Caldera River and is half way between Dolega and Boquete. The river itself serves as a refreshing cool off after bathing in the hot springs. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the Río Caldera and marvel at the smooth and warm boulders and hot pockets of water within the river itself which can be located with the help of your guide.
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| Caldera Hot Springs Tour | $25 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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The temperatures in each hot water hole range from 38ºC - 46ºC. What travelers most like about this hot water site is that it is totally uncrowded. Conveniently located beside the Caldera River, you can easily refresh yourself by taking a dip into the river's waters and two of the four water holes are surrounded by man placed rocks giving you added privacy.
Horseback Riding Tours in Caldera only 20 minutes from Boquete
The mountains of Caldera, only 20 minutes away from Boquete, make an ideal destination for horseback riding. The rural countryside with its volcanic stone walls, golden fields and green rolling hills is very pleasant to explore riding in the company of a good horse and a couple of mates. There are miles and miles of open plains on mountain tops which are ideal for galloping and the horses naturally love it.
In this horseback riding tour you will cross rivers and small streams, encounter beautiful landscapes and admire the Volcan Baru from a real special perspective.
This horseback tour is totally different from just renting a horse in downtown Boquete and horseback riding in the paved roads close to the town.
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| Horseback Riding Tour only | $35 per person | $35 per person | ||
| Horseback Riding Tour in Caldera with visit to the Hot Springs, Cementery or Petroglyphs | $45 per person | $45 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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Professional and bilingual horseback riding guide Franklin Rovetto, owns and breeds his own horses. During all his life he has been around horses. Your safety is in good hands.
Boquete, Panama Secret Hiking Trails
Please Contact Us for further information about secret hiking trails in Boquete, Panama. MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON!
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| Lino Rock | $25 per person | $25 per person | ||
| Mystical Waterfalls | $25 per person | $25 per person | ||
| The Lady of the Mountain | $30 per person | $35 per person | ||
| Secret Trail + White Rock | $30 per person | $35 per person | ||
| The Fortress Hike | $30 per person | $35 per person | ||
| The Golden Waterfalls | $35 per person | $45 per person | ||
| The Sleeping Indigenous | $35 per person | $45 per person | ||
| Quetzals Trail Out & Back | $35 per person | $45 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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Tell us what you want: wildlife, birdwatching, nice views, waterfalls, historical sites... each hike has something special and its own level of difficulty.
Rappelling & Rock Climbing Routes on Natural Walls in Boquete
Only 15 minutes away from downtown Boquete there is an amazing natural climbing wall made of crystal shaped rocks originated by the basaltic rock formations formed after an ancient eruption of the Baru Volcano. One of the first rock climbing sites in Panama, "El Gunko de Boquete" is located in the "Bajo Mono" area. This natural rock climbing wall is known as "Los Ladrillos" or "The bricks" by the locals from Boquete.
More than 30 different rock climbing routes exist. Climbers will have the opportunity to experience 5.3 to 5.12c climbing routes (according to YDS) for a total of 3 hours. Routes available for everybody.
"El Gunko" is an excellent climbing wall for beginners who initiate themselves in this extreme sport and for very advanced climbers who are traveling around Central and Latin America searching for challenges.
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| Rock Climbing & Rappelling Tour | $35 per person | $40 per person | ||
| Basic Rock Climbing Training Course | $100 per person | $120 per person | ||
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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Security comes first: Vertical Adventures main rock climbing guide holds climbing certifications from the U.S.A. and has trained the rest of the guides in Boquete. A belayer always ensures every climber's safety by preventing a fall even if a climber completely looses hold of the wall.
Baru Volcano Trek & Camp: summit to Panama's highest point
At 3,475meters (14,500 feet), the Baru Volcano, is Panama's highest point. The trip to the top of the Volcano, which is no longer active, is an adventure for the fit and reckless only. On a clear day you will be able to contemplate the Pacific and the Caribbean from the Volcano's peak which is marked by a cross and offers spectacular 360 degree views. On your way up you will also encounter several of its 7 craters and appreciate how the vegetation of the cloudy rainforest gradually changes from large trees at the beginning of the hike to smaller plants at the end of it.
The hike to the top of the Baru Volcano, back and forth (up and down), makes a total of 27 km. The excursion can be made a camping trip setting up tents, a camp fire and having a nice dinner just before reaching the top, or it can also be completed without dedicating a night to rest. The choice is yours but for several reasons we suggest the camping option as you will definitively enjoy the experience a lot more. For both options a bilingual guide and all the necessary gear is provided.
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Camping Trip + Guided Hike |
Guided Trek Only |
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| Habla Ya Student Price | Non Student | Habla Ya Student Price | Non Student |
| $135 per person | $150 per person | $65 per person | $75 per person |
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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Surrounding the Volcan Baru you will encounter one of Panama's most famous National Parks: the Volcan Baru National Park which covers approximately 35,000 acres (14,325 hectares) near the Talamanca Mountains and is limited by La Amistad International Park and Palo Seco protective forest. It features volcanic cliffs, cloud forests and rainforest and contains walking trails which provide ample possibilities for hiking (including the famous Quetzals Trail), mountain climbing and camping. Abundant wildlife is located within its grounds.
Gear Rental Outlet: rent camping & biking equipment for rent
If you are coming to Boquete, and would like to explore the region on your own, at Habla Ya Language Center you can rent all the gear and equipment that you will need. We got camping gear and biking gear. All you need is a good map, some tips and advice about the region and off you go!
We can also arrange your transportation to make many excursions happen.
Camping Backpack |
$10 per day |
Sleeping Bag |
$5 per day |
Sleeping Mat |
$3 per day |
Flashlight or Headlamps |
$5 per day |
Tent (can be shared between 2 or 3 people) |
$10 per day |
Sealed Dry Bag (1 per group) |
$5 per day |
Portable Gas Stove |
$5 per day |
Gas Canister |
$5 per canister |
Cookware utensils |
$3 per day |
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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For groups of 2 - 4 persons all of the camping gear can be rented for $25 per per day. For groups of 5 persons or more all the camping gear can be rented for $15 per person per day. Passport and deposit will be required to rent gear. The deposit will depend on gear rented.
Moutain Bike (these are Habla Ya Student Prices, non students pay 10% more) |
1 bike |
2 bikes |
3 bikes |
4 bikes |
| $3 per hour | $5 per hour | $7 per hour | $9 per hour | |
| $12 per day | $20 per day | $25 per day | $30 per day | |
| $70 per week | $120 per week | $150 per week | $180 per week |
* The above prices do not include Panama's 7% ITBMS Sales Tax.
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If you would like to rent 1 bike for several weeks, then the price would be the same as renting several bikes per week. For example, 1 bike for 2 weeks would be $120, which is the same price as renting 2 bikes for 1 week.
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