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Adventures Panama or Aventuras Panama is the country adventure outfitter pioneer, in business since 1994. It offers one day adventures or several day multisport itineraries that involve rafting, snorkeling, kayaking, biking, hiking, camping and more in remote areas such as Chagres National Park, Chiriqui Highlands, San Blas Archipelago, and others. Located in Panama City. It is a full service outfitter with a Tour Operator license.Customer satisfaction, nature conservation, and community involvement are its main values.
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Lynn Thomas D
Homosassa, FL66 contributions
Dec. 2023 • Family
To: Fellow Travelers:
We booked a cruise with Viking to travel from Ft. Lauderdale to LA, CA through the Panama Canal, due to depart on 12/16/23. We paid almost $9,000 for the trip. On 11/26 my wife was seen at the ER for leg pain. Investigation determined a blood clot in the left leg and she was administered anticoagulants. Returning the next day it was confirmed with Ultrasound. She was put on Eloquist for 90 days and advised not to travel. Called Viking and advised them we could not travel & what could they do with our paid-up trip. NOTHING, we lost the whole price of the cruise because we did not have insurance.
And we were told by our agent that even if we had insurance, it most likely would be too late anyway. So why have insurance?
We have a friend who had a similar experience (a medical emergency)with Grand Circle and they were more than happy to bank the cost of the cruise for a future date. Moral of the story: Travel with Grand Circle where you might get a sympathetic ear. Never travel Viking.
The Dostals
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Viking
We booked a cruise with Viking to travel from Ft. Lauderdale to LA, CA through the Panama Canal, due to depart on 12/16/23. We paid almost $9,000 for the trip. On 11/26 my wife was seen at the ER for leg pain. Investigation determined a blood clot in the left leg and she was administered anticoagulants. Returning the next day it was confirmed with Ultrasound. She was put on Eloquist for 90 days and advised not to travel. Called Viking and advised them we could not travel & what could they do with our paid-up trip. NOTHING, we lost the whole price of the cruise because we did not have insurance.
And we were told by our agent that even if we had insurance, it most likely would be too late anyway. So why have insurance?
We have a friend who had a similar experience (a medical emergency)with Grand Circle and they were more than happy to bank the cost of the cruise for a future date. Moral of the story: Travel with Grand Circle where you might get a sympathetic ear. Never travel Viking.
The Dostals
CC: Cruise Critic
Trip Advisor
Viking
Written December 2, 2023
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Yvette R
Prairieville, LA1 contribution
Aug. 2023 • Family
Javier was a wonderful guide. He takes safety measures seriously. The hike was physically challenging but it was well worth it. It is every bit of a 14 hour day. The rapids were not as scary as I thought they would be. The virgen jungle and river were spectacular. It was the highlight of my tweens’ Panama trip. They will remember it forever. It was the whole jungle experience in one day.
Written August 5, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
It was great to host your family in our trip. I am looking forward to your next visit and next adventure with Adventures Panama. Thank you for your excellent review !!!
Written August 7, 2023
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benjohansson777
Irmo, SC1 contribution
Apr. 2023 • Couples
Adventures Panama is everything we hoped and more! We had a wonderful experience with them climbing chame, seeing beautiful views, learning some history of Panama, and seeing lots of wildlife! Our tour guide was very informative and friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we were having the best time. We are going to do the sunset kayaking with them tomorrow and definitely will book with them again! If you are looking to really experience Panama and all that it has to offer, these are the people you want to book with!
Written April 8, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you so much for your excellent review ! I am also looking forward for your next experience with Adventures Panama.
Written August 7, 2023
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Brian K
1 contribution
Mar. 2023 • Couples
We went on the Bayano Cavern trip with Javier. Javier was very responsive and flexible with our needs. The whole trip was very smooth, well organized and safe.
Both the lake and the caves are an amazing place to visit. On the boat trip to the caves, we got great views of the lake and lots of birds including cormorants and ospreys.
Entering the cavern, we waded through the river and saw the beautiful formations inside. Walking in the water over the slippery rocks takes some care and getting used to, but is not particularly difficult for people used to hiking. Hiking boots are a good idea, and the water temperature is cool.
We saw lots of wildlife including frogs, fish and many bats inside the cave. In some places it is dark and requires headlamps, in other places the light passes through the tops illuminating the cave with cool light. At the end of the cavern we swam in the clear water of the lagoon, where we also saw a toucan and hummingbirds. We returned to the entrance on the same route, and then ate a delicious lunch before getting back on the boat to return to the car, change clothes (and watch some monkeys), then drive back. The caverns are a unique and beautiful place and there's great opportunities to see wildlife. Javier is experienced and responsible and knows the area very well. Overall the trip was a great experience.
Both the lake and the caves are an amazing place to visit. On the boat trip to the caves, we got great views of the lake and lots of birds including cormorants and ospreys.
Entering the cavern, we waded through the river and saw the beautiful formations inside. Walking in the water over the slippery rocks takes some care and getting used to, but is not particularly difficult for people used to hiking. Hiking boots are a good idea, and the water temperature is cool.
We saw lots of wildlife including frogs, fish and many bats inside the cave. In some places it is dark and requires headlamps, in other places the light passes through the tops illuminating the cave with cool light. At the end of the cavern we swam in the clear water of the lagoon, where we also saw a toucan and hummingbirds. We returned to the entrance on the same route, and then ate a delicious lunch before getting back on the boat to return to the car, change clothes (and watch some monkeys), then drive back. The caverns are a unique and beautiful place and there's great opportunities to see wildlife. Javier is experienced and responsible and knows the area very well. Overall the trip was a great experience.
Written March 30, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you so much for your excellent review ! Our Bayano Canyoning trip is one of Adventures Panama top tours.
Written August 7, 2023
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melissamlasko
Sitka, AK2 contributions
Feb. 2023
The guide was great! The bats were amazing and in the
millions. Hard walk and climb but worth it. Don’t let the time commitment overwhelm you, it goes by fast
millions. Hard walk and climb but worth it. Don’t let the time commitment overwhelm you, it goes by fast
Written February 26, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
Thanks Melissa for your excellent review on our Bayano Canyoning. I enjoyed it very much sharing with your party.
Written February 28, 2023
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Daan V
Rotterdam, The Netherlands2 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Friends
Did the Chagres challenge overnight with guide Javier. We where with a grouping 8 friends and had a really good time! He really easily adapts to the group and really made it a good trip! We would definitely recommend doing this to anyone visiting Panama!
Written January 22, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
Than you very much for your excellent review on our Chagres Challenge Overnight. We had fun !
Written February 28, 2023
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Sean C
2 contributions
Jan. 2023 • Friends
Very challenging and rewarding adventure. Admittedly, it kicked my butt, but I am super glad I finished with my family and friends. Please remind Javier to bring his canteens and water the day prior to the trip as we had to improvise and get containers and coconut water from the locals.
Written January 6, 2023
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you very much Sean for trusting Adventures Panama. Now you know me, I will do my best to make it happen !
Written January 7, 2023
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Patrick M
Toronto, Canada8 contributions
Excellent rafting - beautiful to float down the river and the only way to see the jungle but also some real adrenaline inducing rapids. I’m experienced but it was my brother and nephews first time and we all enjoyed it. Compares very well with rafting I have done anywhere!
Written July 11, 2022
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you very much for your Excellent Review Patrick. Great that you enjoyed it. I hope you try our Chagres Challenge, a unique adventure that you wont be able to compare with anything anywhere else (-:
Written July 12, 2022
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Chris B
1 contribution
Feb. 2022 • Friends
Raft the Chagres with Javier and his crew and you will not be disappointed.
A beautiful river, an experienced guiding team, and plenty of great food along the way. You’ll have the river to yourself and camp under the stars each night. Most importantly, you’ll see firsthand how Adventures Panamá has worked with local communities for the past 30 years of responsible operation.
Thanks, Javier!
A beautiful river, an experienced guiding team, and plenty of great food along the way. You’ll have the river to yourself and camp under the stars each night. Most importantly, you’ll see firsthand how Adventures Panamá has worked with local communities for the past 30 years of responsible operation.
Thanks, Javier!
Written February 14, 2022
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you very much for your Excellent Review on our Chagres Challenge. I enjoyed very much sharing it with you, and I hope to see you back !
Written July 12, 2022
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ARbenedetti
2 contributions
Dec. 2021 • Family
Awesome! Due to the river’s history and wild and scenic beauty, rafting the Chagres has been on my bucket list for quite some time and the experience has left me seriously stoked. Our guides were on point with safety throughout the journey and all our transport transitions were smooth and on time, along with the celebratory cold ones at the end!! Thank you Aventuras Panama very much for making this such a memorable adventure.
Written December 21, 2021
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Aventuras_Panama
Thank you for your excellent review !!! It was great to have you doing our Chagres Challenge. Now looking forward to have you doing our Chagres Challenge Overnight. Thank you for putting together such an awesome group !
Written December 22, 2021
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Dave
1 contribution
Hello I would like to know if the zipline and waterfall tour involves being able to swim in the water there; I didn't see the option.
Eric F
Atlanta, GA46 contributions
My wife and I are traveling to Panama in January. We are interested in the Bayano Caves tour on Tuesday January 7, but it seems that we can't make a reservation if we are only two people! Is there a way to still reserve this? Thanks!
Aventuras_Panama
Panama City, Panama5 contributions
Maybe if you contact supplier directly . Sometimes a minimum of participants has been already achieved, and you can join an ongoing trip. This can not be known by booking platform that do not shared this data.
Baz
South Pole1,390 contributions
In January or February - At Mamoni White Water River Rafting - what level rapids would they be? It's beginning of dry season...
Casa Romero
Boquete, Panama
3 & 4. And due to low water small rafts are used
Anne t
Calgary, Canada10 contributions
Hi. My husband and would like to visit Panama in Feb. 2016. We have 10 - 14 days. We would like to see the birds, perhaps go on the Ancon Expedition in a dugout canoe on the Mogue River, see the Panama Canal, go snorkeling at the Bocas del Toro, some hiking, lots of beach time. Small quiet hotels on the ocean or huts in the jungle suit us. We are quite fit seniors with a taste for adventure. What tour company do you suggest? or is this all something you can arrange? We live in Canada.
Aventuras_Panama
Panama City, Panama5 contributions
Hi. We will be happy booking lovely weeks for you in Panama. Please send an email to Adventures Panama and you will be replied with some options.
twostrokes48
San Antonio, TX42 contributions
I am not accustomed to "Hostel", Is this dorm type arrangements or private room and shower?
Are you located in what would be considered a very safe area to walk around? I have to ask, as I have read there are many areas in Panama City that are recommended that tourist stay away from.
Are there sufficient staff on 24/7 that speak English if we need something at night?
Aventuras_Panama
Panama City, Panama5 contributions
Adventures Panama as a tour operator can procure lodging for you where ever you wish, and how ever you wish it.
Panama is relatively safe and most people speak at least some english. There are all types of hostal accomodations, sharing rooms in bunker beds, private room with or without bathroom. Price vary based on location and accomodation.
We manage Casa Romero in Boquete which is a high end Bed & Breakfast where every room has a private bathroom.
Do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of further assistance.