Thermal Wells, Bird Watching and Lots of Nature
The province of Chiriqui is located in the western region of the country. It is the sector with the largest agricultural production, making it the most innovative region in agrotourism.
It is one of the most precious destinations for tourists who want to enjoy the fauna, waterfalls, trails and exuberant flora that this region has. Among its greatest attractions are outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, horseback riding and continuous excursions to its beaches and rivers. It is the province where fun awaits you between the sea and the mountains.
Walk on Top of Trees
This high-profile tour gives you a unique perspective of the biodiversity of the tropical cloud forest. The Hanging Bridges of Boquete are eight bridges with a length of 5 kilometers over the treetops.
The tour can be found within the Rio Cristal private forest reserve, in the Talamanca mountain range. Taking this tour guarantees you sightings of birds, waterfalls and even the imposing Baru Volcano, the highest point in the country.
Hot Springs Therapy in Caldera
At 45 minutes from Boquete is the Gualaca District, where you will walk along the main street of Caldera, turn right and follow a dirt road two kilometers where there is a sign that says “Pozos Termales”. The journey ends at the bridge over the Chiriqui River, from where you will walk about 800 meters to a private property.
There are four wells with water between 34 and 43 degrees Celsius, beneficial for relaxation and absorption of minerals.
Find the Most Exotic Birds at Cristal River
At more than 1,700 meters above sea level, the “Rio de Cristal” natural reserve is located where bird watching expeditions are carried out. More than 150 species have been recognized there.
Specimens such as candelitas, tanagers and swallowers are some of the most observed. Among the most famous and sought-after birds is the Quetzal, an impressively colored species that nests in this region between December – April.
Learn Everything About Coffee Culture
Chiriqui coffee has managed to position itself internationally due to the quality of its production, since its flavor has traveled around the world, conquering the palate of everyone who tries it. Thanks to the Geisha variety, it is considered the most exclusive and expensive coffee in the world.
This fame has created a coffee circuit that integrates more than a dozen farms in Boquete, and where you can tour coffee fields at altitudes ranging from 1,000 to 2,100 meters above sea level, as well as learn everything about the production, including a tasting of coffee with more different varieties.
Bath on the Largest Beach in the Pacific
The 15 kilometers long of this beach, accompanied by mangroves and exotic fauna, make it a tropical paradise. These waters have an ideal temperature of 30 degrees and every day is accompanied by the most beautiful sunsets. Here you can relax or enjoy a horse ride with your partner. There are also accommodations that offer all the comforts so that you can fully enjoy this beautiful beach.
We also invite you to visit these places:
- “Lost Waterfal”, in Boquete. Ideal for hiking and it is very safe if you are going alone for the first time.
- Puerto Armuelles, the furthest city from Chiriqui, has an impressive history related to banana production.
- Pipeline Trail, in the Bajo Mono region, this is these two to three hours route that follows a river until it reaches a waterfall.
