Boquete: The Valley of Dreams?
Boquete is a colorful, forested valley surrounded by the Chiriquí Mountains in northwestern Panama
This is a popular destination for those who dream of hiking trails with waterfalls and exotic animals, climbing natural rock formations, tasting the best coffee, and enjoying excellent seasonal food. Discover this incomparable place where peace and adrenaline converge.
Discover Nature.
Climb natural walls on a climbing tour at Los Ladrillos, navigate rapids of all levels on the Chiriquí Viejo River, bathe in the hot springs of La Caldera, and walk among fertile lands sprouting thousands of trees, fruits, and Geisha coffee, one of the most sought-after coffees in the world. In Boquete, you can enjoy all this and more, at temperatures ranging from 12°C to 30°C (53°F to 86°F), one of the coolest places in Panama.
Places to Visit in Boquete:
Bajo Boquete, the district's main town, is in the center of the district. The town is surrounded by mountains and crossed by the Caldera River. It's super picturesque, friendly, and easy to walk around. As you stroll around, you'll see a variety of hotels, cabins, and hostels, tour operators, restaurants, and local breweries that will make your visit even more fun.
Further north is the Los Naranjos region, popular for its many coffee farms and immense biodiversity. Experience it by visiting protected areas such as La Amistad International Park (PILA) and Volcán Barú National Park, home to more than 300 bird species.
To the right of the town is Jaramillo, another special area where you can enjoy memorable experiences. Here you can support local production and cuisine by eating delicious dishes made with seasonal farm-to-table produce.
How to Get There
To get to Boquete from the capital as quickly as possible, take a flight to David, Chiriquí, from either of Panama City's airports: Tocumen or Marcos A. Gelbert. Once in David, drive or take a taxi for about 50 minutes to downtown Boquete.
If you're driving, take the Pan-American Highway to David for approximately 6 hours. Then take the detour to Boquete and drive another hour to your destination.
If you're coming by public transportation, take one of the buses with regular departures from the Albrook Grand Terminal in Panama City. These take you to the David Terminal in approximately six hours. There, you'll have to change buses and take another bus or a car to Boquete.
If you're in Tierras Altas, the neighboring town, you'll be just a two-hour drive from Boquete. Complete your experience by visiting both destinations.
Source: Visit Panama.