DAY 1: WELCOME TO PANAMA

Lodging in Panama City

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DAY 2: TRANSFER TO MARIATO

Location: Mata Oscura Beach, Mariato. Located 50 minutes from Playa Reina.

Duration: 6 hours.

Available: Every day under reservation

In the afternoon we will travel to the community of Mata Oscura to live one of the most beautiful experiences,

We will be able to respectfully observe these great turtles during the nesting season. Sometimes we can observe eggs hatching in the hatcheries that are in the site. Sea turtles fulfill important ecological roles in ecosystems as diverse as coral reefs and seagrasses. We will make a tour of approximately 1.2 km, in the event that a person finds a turtle we will proceed to take data and relocate the nest to the hatchery. The experience culminates with a dinner with local dishes in support of the community of Mata Oscura.

DAY 3: MANGROVE DAY

EXPERIENCES IN MARIATO – TORIO – DARK FOREST

KAYAK RIDE IN THE MANGROVE SWAMP

DURATION 2 HOURS

INCLUDES: MANGROVE GUIDE, PADDLING, KAYAK ROUND TRIP.

Following the path of streams and rivers that flow into the sea, this trip becomes a magical journey through the mangrove forest, where we can observe the curious aerial roots and adaptations to the environment. During the tour it is possible to see some birds and other typical mangrove animals. Without the use of fuel or pollutant oils, you enjoy a relaxing and peaceful tour at your own speed, accompanied by a guide from the community. The tour lasts between 1 to 2 hours. In the area where the kayaks are taken you will get your feet wet, so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes that you can get wet

The corregimiento of Quebro, receives its name from the broken topography, showing beautiful waterfalls in its ravines and rivers. On this walk, through a private farm, through the gallery forest, you can choose between visiting 3 to 6 beautiful waterfalls, with the option of bathing in its refreshing waters and enjoying its scenic beauty. It is a tour that connects you with nature, accompanied by a local guide, with whom you will pass hills and small ravines. It is recommended to bring water to drink. If you want to bathe, the guide can wait for you up to 30 min. The total journey (round trip) can last between an hour and a half to 2 hours.

In this tour, Doña Hilda, her husband Virgilio and their family, show you how the sugar cane is cut, then the process of grinding it in the trapiche (2-roll mill), to extract the juice, where, if you wish, you can spin it to make the experience more fun. Finally, she explains how they make cane honey, which is highly appreciated as a sweetener, as well as being natural and organic. More than a commercial and prefabricated tour, it is to insert yourself into a real experience of the activity that this family develops. When you finish you can sit down to taste cane juice, honey and coconut.

This tour lasts about 45 minutes and is in the Mata Oscura community, a 15-minute walk from the beach.

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This activity is also part of the work of the Fundación Agua y Tierra in Mata Oscura beach, and visitors are allowed to be part of it, observing the hatchlings of turtles on their journey along the beach, towards the sea, during its travel, is necessary to be attentive to reach the water safely. The learning and satisfaction of participating in the race for life, together with these species, is incomparable. This process is the final stage of previous arduous conservation work, which is why it is very important to follow the instructions of the project staff to enjoy this activity to the fullest and responsibly. Children of any age can participate. This activity thakes place at 6:00 am (they must arrive 15 minutes before to sign up and make the payment). This activity lasts one hour maximum.

PRESENTATION OF FOLK DANCES

The children of the Morrillo community folk group present Panamanian dances with their typical dresses. It is regularly offered at the farewell dinner, and 4 dances are presented. The payment is fully delivered to the dance group to support their cost of costumes and practices. The presentation is made at Mata Oscura beach and lasts approximately 40 minutes.

DAY 6:ROAD TO PTY CITY

Rest

Lodging in Panama City

DAY 7:

Excursion to visit the ruins of the archaeological site of Panama La Vieja and the Museum of Panama Viejo, we will continue the tour visiting the old town; Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 1982 enjoying its architecture, squares, the National Theater and the cobblestone streets that defy the relentlessness of time, it is the magical opportunity to have an encounter with more than four centuries of history.

We will continue our tour to visit the Old Town of Panama, a World Heritage Site since 1982, enjoying its architecture, squares, the National Theater and the cobblestone streets that defy the relentlessness of time, it is the magical opportunity to have an encounter with more than four centuries of history.

Last will go to the  Miraflores visitor’s center, and we will be in front of the eighth wonder of the world The Panama Canal, we will explain the operation of the locks while watching the transit of the huge ships.

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