Chiriquí has always been a popular tourist destination for all types of travelers. All agree that its main attraction is its magical diversity of experiences. You’ll get to explore miles of pristine beaches on the Gulf of Chiriquí, picturesque mountainous regions, and Panama’s only volcano: Volcán Barú. From the sugar cane and rice fields near the Pacific, to the mountainous areas of exuberant jungles, Chiriquí represents the best of Panama.
Chiriquí is a destination that is 8 hours from Panama City by car, there is also the option to do it by bus and if you want to save time there are direct flights that leave from Panama City to David or Chiriqui every day and the duration of the trip itself is 1 hour.
We recommend that you visit the following destinations in Chiriquí:
We recommend that you visit the following destinations in Chiriquí:
We recommend that you visit
the following destinations in Chiriquí:
Boquete
Boquete is located in the Panamanian highlands. In the Province of Chiriquí, fertile, green lands and a “fresh” climate that gives you a break. At night the famous “bajareque” falls. Coffee plantations abound and there are the best Coffee Farms in the country. From the Inter-American Highway up the mountain we arrive at Boquete. On the slopes of the Barú Volcano also rises the population of Volcán and other towns intertwined by plantations of coffee, strawberries, vegetables and flowers. Boquete can be reached by car in just over 6 hours or by domestic flight to the city of David and then only 30 minutes to Boquete by car. It can also be reached by bus lines from the Albrook Terminal.
The Lost Waterfalls
For true lovers of nature and adventure, The Lost Waterfalls is without a doubt the best option. Through excursions, and a trail in the middle of nature, you will be able to appreciate and live these amazing waterfalls that are undoubtedly a majestic experience.
Parque Nacional Volcán Barú
Visit the highest point in the country… which is also a volcano! At 3,474 meters high, the imposing Barú volcano is the twelfth highest peak in Central America and the only place in the world where, on the clearest days, you can see the Atlantic and Pacific oceans at the same time. The volcano and the surrounding land are home to 5 different ecosystems thanks to a combination of tropical rainforest mountainous regions, as well as the aftermath of volcanic eruptions that occurred millions of years ago.
Sendero los Quetzales
Hike the Sendero Los Quetzales, the famous path that crosses the Volcán Barú National Park and connects the towns of Cerro Punta and Boquete. This mountainous jungle is part of the Talamanca mountain range, an interesting geological formation that is home to incredibly rare flora and fauna; the perfect mix of good jungle treks and tropical wildlife.
Haras Cerro Punta
Haras Cerro Punta is located in Cerro Punta in the province of Chiriquí in Panama. They are leaders in Panama and the Caribbean breeding thoroughbred horses for racing. Haras Cerro Punta, was founded by Don Fernando Eleta Almarán.
Visitors will be able to tour the stables where some specimens are shown, the memorial park for the stallions that were suitable for reproduction. In the end they end up in the area of the lake where they can fish for trout. You can also have a picnic or barbecue and spend time. They have a cafeteria and boutique that offers Café Eleta which is owned by the same owners and sells brand souvenirs. Like bracelets and necklaces made with beads; clothing and bags made by the wives of the collaborators who are indigenous Ngäbe-Buglé.
Volcán
Volcán is a corregimiento of the district of Tierras Altas in the province of Chiriquí, Republic of Panama. It was created by Municipal Agreement Number 5 of November 30, 1924 with the name of Barú, which was later modified to Volcán.
The name of the corregimiento originates from the valley surrounded by mountains that is located on the slopes of the Barú Volcano, which is the highest point in the country with 3475 m. Volcano because it is located in high altitude volcanic lands, it has unique tourist sites in the country.
Hot Springs Caldera
Caldera’s hot springs are famous for their pleasant temperature and high mineral content. You will be able to relax while you swim in a 100% natural thermal water pool, located in a private estate surrounded by a lot of nature: leafy fruit trees, fresh breeze and a calm environment.
Los Cangilones de Gualaca
Los Cangilones de Gualaca are located in the Province of Chiriquí, a natural wonder of rock formations on both sides of the Estí River, forming large pots that seem to have been purposely built by man.
Museo Sitio Barriles
In the district of Bugaba there is a Small Barrels Site Museum but of great archaeological wealth, which has pieces dating from 300 BC. Behind the owners’ house there is a small room where the Landaus keep many ceramic and stone pieces from the excavations. Some of them are displayed on shelves and others are stored in boxes.
Tour del Café
The coffee tour is one of the most famous tours in Boquete!
Being Boquete the capital of production in Panama, our famous Geisha has been recognized as one of the best and most expensive in the world. We have several options for you, and you must book to check availability.
Tours are normally twice a day, in the morning at 9:00 a.m., at noon, and in the afternoon at 2:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m., approximately.
Tierras Altas
Tierras Altas is the perfect place to travel and discover. It has a wide gastronomic offer; private lodging places; agro tourism, orchids and handicrafts; with national parks, waterfalls and rivers for hiking and bathing.
Take care of everything, be sure to visit Finca Dracula, one of the botanical gardens in Panama and the largest collection of orchids in the world.
If you visit Chiriquí and you are a coffee lover,
Do not forget to visit Boquete and Tierras Altas, you can sleep in the following places:
If you visit Chiriquí and you are a coffee lover, Do not forget to visit Boquete and Tierras Altas, you can sleep in the following places:
Beaches in Chiriqui
that what we recommend:
Boca Chica
The Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park comprises 14,740 hectares made up of islands and marine waters in the Panamanian Pacific.
Playa La Barqueta
La Barqueta is located about 40 minutes from the City of David. It is the closest beach to the Chiricana capital.
Playa Las Lajas
Extensive and solitary beach on the Pacific side of Panama, it is a beach to cover a part of the 15 kilometers approx. which is long, with very clean waters suitable for surfing.
One of the curiosities of this beach is that you have the possibility of seeing a sunrise and a sunset on the same day. On low tide days, you can travel many meters towards the sea without seeming to reach the end.