Boquete
Panama · Chiriquí · 1200 m
Description
Boquete is Panama’s best-known highland town and a lush natural retreat in the mountains of Chiriquí Province. Surrounded by cloud forests and coffee plantations near Volcán Barú, the country’s highest mountain, the town is renowned for its mild climate and exceptional Geisha coffee. Boquete attracts visitors with scenic hiking trails, waterfalls, hot springs, and white-water rafting, while the surrounding forests are among Panama’s best places to spot the magnificent resplendent quetzal. Its combination of verdant mountain scenery, celebrated coffee culture, and international atmosphere makes Boquete one of Panama’s most popular highland destinations.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 6 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: December – April
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- May
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- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Volcán Barú summit hike(Day trip)
- Specialty & Geisha coffee farm tours
- The Lost Waterfalls (Tres Cascadas) hike
- Sendero Los Quetzales trail
- Pipeline Trail & quetzal watching
- Finca Lérida coffee estate & birdwatching
- Boquete cloud forest birdwatching
- El Pianista Trail
- Boquete Tree Trek hanging bridges
- Boquete Tree Trek zipline canopy
- Caldera hot springs(Day trip)
- White-water rafting on the Chiriquí Viejo River(Day trip)
- Los Ladrillos volcanic rock climbing
- San Ramón waterfall
- Boquete Bees & Butterflies
- Jungla de Panama Wildlife Refuge
- Cangilones de Gualaca canyon(Day trip)
- Boquete town & Caldera River
- Boquete Community Market
- Boquete Flower & Coffee Fair (January)
Getting there
- Airports:
- DAV