A protected forest beside skyscrapers
The park covers 265 hectares of Pacific dry and semi-deciduous forest, serving as a green lung for the city and a wildlife corridor.
Metropolitan Natural Park
The Only National Park Inside a City in the Americas
Duration
3 hours
Typical Time
7:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Travel Time
15 mins
Metropolitan Natural Park
Rainforest hike inside Panama City
- Private tour for your group
- From $125/person
- Minimum 2 people
Before You Go
Moderate fitness. Closed-toe shoes required. Bring water.
- Round-trip planning from Panama City
- Go Beyond support before and during the tour
- Kosher-aware itinerary planning available
Make It Yours
Add a second stop, adjust the pace, or fold this tour into a larger Panama itinerary.
- Pair with another city, nature, or Jewish-life experience
- Add kosher meal coordination when needed
- Scale the route for families, schools, or private groups
Rainforest inside the city
Parque Natural Metropolitano gives you a rare Panama moment: tropical forest, wildlife, and skyline views just minutes from the banking district and city hotels.
Easy loops and lookout climbs
Sendero La Cienaguita is flatter and bird-friendly, while other trails climb toward Cerro Cedro for panoramic views of the skyline, canal, Ancon Hill, and Bridge of the Americas.
The forest is active early
The park is home to sloths, capuchins, tamarins, agoutis, iguanas, and more than 250 bird species, with mornings offering the best chance of sightings.
A Half-Day That Fits Easily
Early start
Begin at 7:00 AM before the strongest heat and when wildlife is more active.
Trail walk
Choose the trail pace based on your group and conditions.
Lookout
Climb toward the viewpoint for a 360-degree city-and-canal panorama.
Pair it
Combine naturally with an afternoon city tour or Panama Canal visit.
Morning Matters
Earlier is better for both temperature and wildlife, which is why this tour is scheduled before the day gets hot.
Guided For A Reason
Your Go Beyond guide knows which trails fit your group and where wildlife is most likely to appear.
Tour Highlights
- Guided rainforest hike on maintained trails
- Wildlife spotting: sloths, toucans, monkeys, and more
- Panoramic views from the Cerro Cedro lookout
- Only 15 minutes from downtown Panama City
- Kosher travel options available
What to Bring
- Closed-toe shoes or hiking shoes
- Water bottle
- Insect repellent
- Sunscreen
- Camera or binoculars
- Light, breathable clothing
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