El Valle de Antón
Day trip to a charming mountain town nestled inside an extinct volcanic crater — waterfall hike, butterfly garden, coffee tasting, hot springs, and zoo.
Tour Planning
Mountain village in a volcanic craterA Day for Your Group
Mountain village in a volcanic crater at a pace set for your group.
Logistics Included
Leave the pickup, timing, and route to our local team. We confirm the arrangements with you before booking.
Your Local Guide
Ask your guide about the places you visit and adjust the pace to your group.
Kosher Meal Planning
Meal timing and family needs can be planned around your day.
Scenic Drive Into The Crater
Travel west through rolling countryside and small Panamanian towns before descending into El Valle's cooler mountain setting.
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Chorro El Macho Waterfall
Follow the short forest trail to the 35-meter waterfall and enjoy the spray, natural setting, and optional canopy zipline nearby.
Butterflies, Hot Springs, And El Níspero
Visit the butterfly garden, mineral hot springs, and El Níspero Zoo and Botanical Garden, home to Panama's golden frog.
Coffee, Lunch, And Market Time
Enjoy a specialty coffee tasting and lunch, browse local crafts and produce, then begin the return to Panama City.
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What To Know Before You Go
What To Bring
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Camera or phone with space for photos and video.
- Water bottle, especially for families with children.
- Comfortable shoes for the amount of walking listed for this tour.
- A change of clothes and a towel — you can get wet at the Chorro El Macho waterfall.
Requirements
- Moderate walking on uneven trails.
- Planned time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
- Travel time: 2 hours.
Extend This Tour
Canopy Zipline
Add a zipline run through the El Valle canopy
- +$99 per person
ATV Ride
Add an ATV ride through El Valle's mountain trails
- +$120 per person