A great vacation and one that is educational and fun as well is a trip to Panama City, where you and your family will see firsthand the Panama Canal.  Let’s take a look at a typical itinerary.

Day 1 – Arrive Panama City

Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel where your Panama family vacation begins.

Days 2 and 3 – Chiriqui Highlands

Cloud forests, volcanic peaks and coffee plantations create the remarkable landscape of the Chiriquí Highlands.  Along with the natural beauty, there is plenty of fun to be had here too.  Enjoy these family tours:

* White water rafting trip down the Esti River.  It is beginner-friendly and a great opportunity to get a glimpse of the tropical surroundings, including cormorant kingfisher birds, otters, tropical trees and orchids. The water is nice and warm too!

* Take the Zipline Canopy Tour, where you will wind your way through a course in La Amistad International Park.  The excitement of gliding from platform to platform high in the rainforest canopy is indescribable.  You will see birds, monkeys, and all sorts of thrilling natural sights.

Days 4 and 5 – Bocas Del Toro Archipelago

Bocas is a scattering of seven islands off the northwest coast of Panama and there is a unique relaxed ambience throughout the region.  Your family excursion to Bastimentos Island to snorkel and explore the wildlife rich rainforest will make for an unforgettable day.

Also not to be missed are:

* Hiking in the Bastimentos National Marine Park, where you will find white-faced titi monkeys, sloths and red poison dart frogs (that aren’t poisonous at all).  Bring your sneakers and get those cameras ready!  It’s a beautiful hike.

* Coral reefs and mangrove isles for some snorkeling.  There is a large variety and an abundance of fish here. Keep an eye out for sea horses, barracuda, and clown fish.

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