Welcome to Panama! A package with any necessary vouchers or information you may find useful will be awaiting your arrival.

Experience VIP service on arrival at Panama City Airport. A local representative will be awaiting your arrival and assistance with any immigration and customs procedures. Enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks at the Airport Club Lounge as well as assistance with baggage retrieval and delivery.

For your convenience, an English-speaking guide will be waiting for you outside of Customs, holding a sign with your name on it. This representative will direct you to your awaiting vehicle and driver, and accompany you to your hotel to assist with check-in.

Please note that all arriving passengers meeting our local representatives should proceed to the arrivals area in Terminal 2, regardless of the arrival terminal. Passengers arriving through Terminal 1 who are not checking luggage should also continue to Terminal 2 after immigration to meet their guide. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected internally and by a complimentary shuttle service.

Explore Panama’s culinary diversity and fascinating history on a private full-day gastronomy tour through the colonial neighborhood of Casco Antiguo. Join your private guide and visit a local coffee shop to learn about different types of coffee produced in Panama. Treat your senses to a sample of delicious local chocolate. Stop by a microbrewery to try local artisanal beers and gain insight into their production. Next, walk along Cinta Costera to experience the city's seafood market, home to must-try ceviche. With numerous stands offering a variety of seafood, this picturesque marketplace is a popular place with locals who visit for both the savory delights and beautiful scenery. Top off your experience with a cocktail tasting of locally-produced rum, an indulgent way to end this incredible day tour.

Begin the day with a private transfer to the world-famous Panama Canal, where you will be joined by a professional representative from the Panama Canal Authority to embark on an exclusive tour through the four exhibition rooms of the Miraflores Visitor Center. Discover operational details up-close, with detailed explanations on how this engineering marvel functions, enjoy a private visit to the movie theater to learn the history of the Panama Canal from its beginnings to the present, and cap off the experience with access to areas typically restricted to guests, such as canal platforms and control cabins where you are invited to snap a memorable photo. After an exclusive backstage experience at the Miraflores Locks, you will be returned to your hotel.

Panama City offers an exciting and diverse culinary scene, ranging from contemporary Panamanian cuisine and authentic local flavors to lively rooftop venues and refined fine dining experiences. Your Destination Expert can assist with restaurant recommendations, reservations, and transportation arrangements. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions, requirements, or specific food requests.

Maito – One of Panama’s most internationally recognized restaurants, Maito offers contemporary Panamanian cuisine with creative dishes highlighting local ingredients and flavors in an elegant yet welcoming atmosphere.

Fonda Lo Que Hay – A vibrant and casual restaurant known for its modern interpretations of traditional Panamanian cuisine. Expect bold flavors, creative presentations, and a lively local atmosphere.

Cantina del Tigre – A trendy and energetic restaurant specializing in excellent seafood and inventive Latin American small plates. Popular for its vibrant ambiance, cocktails, and lively atmosphere.

La Tapa del Coco – A favorite for authentic Afro-Caribbean cuisine, offering rich flavors and traditional dishes inspired by Panama’s Caribbean heritage in a relaxed local setting.

Kaandela – Located in a beautifully restored historic building, Kaandela offers elevated Panamanian cuisine with refined presentations and a sophisticated atmosphere ideal for lunch or dinner.

Salvaje, Azahar, and Lazotea Rooftop – Excellent options for guests seeking a more upscale dining and nightlife experience. These stylish venues combine creative cuisine, cocktails, rooftop settings, and lively evening atmospheres.

A to Z Chef’s Table – A unique and intimate fine dining experience ideal for food-focused travelers. Guests enjoy a carefully curated 10-course tasting menu showcasing seasonal ingredients and creative culinary techniques. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Meet your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a private transfer to Panama City's domestic airport.

Board a flight in Panama City with direct service to David. Approximate flight duration is one hour.

After arriving in David, you will be transferred to the pier at Boca Chica. Upon arrival, board a small vessel with service to Isla Palenque. Approximate travel duration is one hour and 15 minutes.

Hike a labyrinth of jungle trails while a resident guide sheds light on a few of the island’s more enduring natural mysteries and hidden wonders. Gain insight into the legends and lore of the island, including its origin story and the ancient communities that called the island home. Learn the significant role Palenque played in the history of the area, and how is the island embodies the folklore of the locals. Isla Palenque’s stories go back centuries – take this tour to delve deeper into its encompassing wonders.

Dining is an integral part of the Isla Palenque experience. At Las Rocas Restaurant & Bar, enjoy creative cuisine inspired by Panama's rich culinary traditions, featuring fresh seafood, seasonal produce, and ingredients sourced from local suppliers and the island's own organic garden. Menus change regularly to showcase the freshest available ingredients while celebrating the flavors of the region.

Set beside the beach with sweeping Pacific Ocean views, the restaurant provides a relaxed and inviting setting from morning through evening. Throughout your stay, enjoy freshly prepared meals, tropical smoothies, specialty coffees, and other refreshments as you take in the island's natural beauty. Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and other dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.

The months of late July through October invite humpback whales to the Gulf of ChiriquÍ. These majestic creatures migrate to the warm waters surrounding Isla Paridas to give birth and spend a few months teaching their little ones the ways of the ocean. As the season progresses, the babies show off their new skills – humpbacks can be spotted breaching and putting on magnificent shows. Curious and playful dolphins often tag along. Witness these incredible creatures, twice the size of the boat, from as close as 30 feet away. Please note: This excursion is only offered from July to October.

Enjoy some leisure time on the Pacific shores of Boca Chica. Optional activities include watersports, snorkeling, kayaking, diving, whale watching, bird watching and more! Activities listed are subject to additional costs and are not included in your overall package. Please speak to your Destination Expert for more information.

Departing Isla Palenque, you will board a small vessel with service to the pier at Boca Chica. Upon arrival, board an awaiting vehicle which will deliver you to David Airport. Approximate travel duration is one hour and 15 minutes.

Board a flight in David with direct service to Panama City. Approximate flight duration is one hour.

Meet your professional driver and English-speaking guide for a private transfer to Panama City's domestic airport.

You will be privately transferred between your hotel and Tocumen International Airport by a professional driver and an English-speaking guide.

Please note that all arriving passengers meeting our local representatives should proceed to the arrivals area in Terminal 2, regardless of the arrival terminal. Passengers arriving through Terminal 1 who are not checking luggage should also continue to Terminal 2 after immigration to meet their guide. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are connected internally and by a complimentary shuttle service.

Wave goodbye to Panama City and enjoy access to the VIP Club Lounge at Tocumen Airport.

Nestled in the heart of Panama City’s bustling financial district, Bristol Panama is one of the city’s premier addresses for holiday stays. Repeatedly recognized as the "Best Hotel in Panama" and among the "Top 10 Hotels in Latin America" by CondÉ Nast Traveler, this legendary hotel envelops guests in an embrace of uncompromising urban style and sophistication. Amidst inspiring architectural flourishes like neo-classical ironwork and red tile gables, The Bristol Panama summons the ambiance and grace of a historic private mansion. Beautifully appointed guestrooms and suite accommodations are enhanced by charming colonial dÉcor and artwork from the finest artisans in Panama. The Bristol Panama welcomes you to experience Panama City from the most exclusive of perspectives, where bespoke service, modern amenities and elegant fine-dining at centrally-located restaurants are a hallmark of every stay.

Robinson Crusoe by Joseph Conrad; this was the book that spurred Benjamin Loomis to live on a tropical island. For the last five years, Ben has lived on Isla Palenque — frequently sleeping in a beachfront hammock — completely enamored by this place and its rich, mysterious history. Isla Palenque was home to an ancient, pre-Columbian community. Indigenous tribes called it “Palenque,” meaning sanctuary. Hundreds of years later, the island continued to exist as a secluded preserve for rare primary forest and hundreds of species of plants, flowers, animals, and birds. Taken by this rare and wondrous place, Ben used his knowledge as an architect and design-builder to develop the island resort, taking care to maintain the extraordinary spirit that he discovered here. From the design to the furniture to the Secrets of the Island Tour — and even the Casita themselves — you will feel Ben’s reverence for the island. Today, Isla Palenque is a sanctuary for curious travelers who seek an idyllic beachfront and rainforest destination of natural beauty and ancient history. As a luxury island resort with eight modern Casitas and a Villa Estate, it is the first of its kind in Panama. Welcome to the wonderful world of Isla Palenque. It’s right out of a page of your favorite fantasy island novel. Isla Palenque Resort is a proud member of the Cayuga Collection of Sustainable Luxury Hotels & Lodges. Through its environmental awareness efforts and sustainability programs, Isla Palenque represents a new generation of hoteliers leading the way for intelligent luxury travel.