Panama Vacations

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Visit Panama as few do. Go deep into the remote jungles; tour from boutique beachfront villas; transit the Canal by small ship; snorkel coral islands, canoe to indigenous villages or visit the best Panama City sites. Let’s get started.
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Panama Travel & Trips

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4 Cruises
5 Land Tours
3 Offers

Our Panama vacations are as diverse as the Isthmus itself with options for every interest, ability and budget. Choose from one of our scheduled small group Panama tours, private independent tours, custom Panama travel, family vacations or an expedition cruise. We continually refine our itineraries for more discriminating adventure travelers. Our experts will handle all the logistics for a seamless Panama vacation.

Many travelers want to make sure their Panama vacation includes a visit to the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal acts as a vital connection between the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean, directing nearly 14,000 ships each year through more than 50 miles of locks and lakes. Fortunately, many of our Panama vacations visit the canal; speak with our experts to select the right Panama Canal trip for you.

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8 Day Cruise
The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands & Darién Jungle

Travel round-trip from Panama City aboard 100-guest National Geographic Quest for a Panama-focused small ship exploration. Spend 2 days transiting the canal, plus soak in indigenous and colonial history, local communities and UNESCO World Heritage sites, with daily off-ship activities above and below the water.

From $7389USD
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9 Day Land Tour
Panama Family Adventure

The epic 9-day Panama Family Adventure explores the Panama Canal and the Chagres River. Kayak on Gatun Lake, canopy zip line in the Chiriqui Highlands, snorkel in the Caribbean waters of Bocas del Toro and take a historical journey through Old Panama City.

From $3400USD
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8-11 Day Cruise
Secrets of Central America

Discover Panama and Costa Rica on this 11-day expedition cruise aboard 184-guest Le Bellot. Cross the Panama Canal during the day, learn about unique biodiversity, and visit a curated selection of dream islands, natural reserves and fascinating local communities.

From $6420USD
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Panama has it all: mountains, jungles, beaches, culture, coffee and the Panama Canal. Transit the canal by small ship, or combine a canal day tour with rainforest explorations in Panama’s interior.
Why book your Panama vacation with AdventureSmith? 

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Custom

Together, we’ll create your tailor-made adventure that matches your travel style, timeline and interests.

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Sustainable

Our trips contribute positively to the communities and environments in which we visit. 

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Experience

We are Panama travel experts. Our firsthand insight into Panama can help match you with the best experience.

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Value

Enjoy Panama vacation discounts, free extensions and other perks. We’re here to help you save. 

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Custom Panama Vacations

Customize your Panama vacation to include both time in the jungle on a Panama tour and shoreline-based explorations from a Panama small ship cruise. Our experts will work with you to craft a personalized Panama vacation, either with a small group or a private party.

Panama travel often combines time in Panama with visits to neighboring Costa Rica or Colombia. With your Adventure Specialist, tailor your Panama travel to highlight jungle, ocean, indigenous culture, history, engineering, activity or relaxation. Let AdventureSmith handle all the logistics for a seamless visit to Panama.

Visit The Panama Canal

The 48-mile Panama Canal is a highlight of any visit to Panama. There are many ways to experience the Panama Canal. A large portion of Panama small ship cruises complete a full transit of the canal, either by night or day. Most of our Panama land tours include a day trip to visit the Panama Canal and take in its mighty system of locks, from land. Our Panama experts help ensure your Panama Canal experience is exactly what you want.

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“Panama vacations offer mountains, jungles, beaches, culture, coffee and the amazing Panama Canal.”

Climate

Panama Vacations

Temperature & Rainfall

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Avg. High (F) 92 93 95 95 94 93 93 93 91 91 91 91
Avg. Low (F) 65 65 65 67 70 70 70 70 70 70 68 67
Avg. Water Temp (F) 81.1 79.2 79.3 80.8 82.9 83.8 83.3 82.8 83.1 82.8 82.0 82.0
Avg. Rainfall (Inches) 1.1 0.4 0.5 2.5 9.0 9.0 6.0 9.0 10.0 13.0 10.0 4.0
Avg. Daylight (Hours) 5.5 7.5 10 13 17 19 19 17 14 11.5 8.5 6

A Year-Round Destination

Both Panama small ship cruises and Panama tours by land can be enjoyed year-round. Panama’s tropical climate delivers consistently warm temperatures. Let our Panama travel experts help you select and book the best Panama accommodation to ensure your optimal comfort and access. Enjoy Panama’s lush climate with preparation by the experts. Note that the climate data referenced above is for Panama City, Panama.

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Travel with AdventureSmith's Jennifer to Panama's Pearl Islands, Darien Jungle, Gamboa Rainforest and through the Panama Canal aboard the 24-guest Discovery catamaran.
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Exploring Panama for the first time with my wife and young sons, age six and nine, we crafted a custom 8-day trip to Panama City, Bocas del Toro and Gamboa.
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A review of the inaugural Costa Rica, Panama and Colombia Cruise aboard the 72-guest Variety Voyager written by AdventureSmith Explorations' founder.
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Accommodations

Panama Accommodations

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The accommodations on our Panama vacations immerse you in the nature and culture of the Isthmus. Small ships cruise the Panama Canal, isolated islands and national parks up close and away from large tourist crowds. Jungle eco-lodges and rainforest resorts offer unparalleled access to nature and wildlife with guided hikes and activities right from the lodge. Boutique beachfront hotels and historic inns ensure your Panama travel is comfortable and cultural. Visit Panama via the finest accommodations operated by people rooted in the region’s environment. Our Panama travel experts know the best accommodation and will work with you to customize the right hotels, lodges and cruises for you. Expect upscale accommodations and excellent service when you visit Panama with AdventureSmith Explorations.

Expert Reviews

Panama Vacation Reviews

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With so much diversity it is difficult to comprehend what Panama travel is really like. Our expert staff have experienced everything from the Panama Canal to the Darien jungle and explain the nuances in these detailed reviews.

Read on to get a feel for our style of Panama travel by land and sea. These reviews will not only help plan the perfect Panama vacation, but they will inspire you to visit Panama with AdventureSmith.

Travel Guides

Travel Guides for Panama Vacations

As small ship cruise and wilderness travel experts, AdventureSmith Explorations is your go-to resource for researching active, sustainable and educational Panama vacations. Our Panama vacation guides aim to answer common questions we receive from travelers.

Our experts have cruised and traveled extensively in Panama and share these tips so you can find the best Panama vacation. We are here to provide you with a seamless experience, and these travel guides written by our Adventure Specialists are a great place to start.

Travel Essential • February 2nd, 2024
7 Ways to Experience the Panama Canal

The Panama Canal is a living monument that stretches over historical lands and has connected the seas for over 100 years. We've curated 7 ways to experience this engineering marvel by small ship cruise and land tour.

Central America • July 23rd, 2020
Kids in the Rainforest: 8 Tips for Family Travel

The family travel experts at AdventureSmith have compiled these top 8 tips for travel in the rainforest with kids.

Expert Review • August 1st, 2023
Expert Aboard: Venture & National Geographic Quest Reviews

Learn from two AdventureSmith experts about identical sister ships Nat Geo Venture and Quest. Tips on choosing your cabin, what the food is like and why choose to sail aboard.

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To find the best deal on Panama Vacations, we recommend you browse our many current offers but to ultimately speak with one of our experts. While certain departures may be on sale, your dream experience may be best matched with a particular season or ship. With an extensive background in Panama travel, our experienced team can help you find the latest discounts, explain the ins-and-outs of the landscape and help you secure your dream Panama vacation at the best rate.

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