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A serene pond with people relaxing on the grass, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountain in the background. 1
A group of people standing in a forested area with a sign that reads "PROTEJAMOS". 2
A plant with pink flowers and green leaves. 3
A bird with a long tail and red face standing on a gravel surface. 4
A pond with turtles on rocks and in the water. 5
By Panamanian Aventures

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $164 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • El Valle de Antón is located entirely within the crater of an extinct volcano. The village holds the world record for the largest inhabited volcanic crater. The area is perfect for hiking and a great destination to explore the mountains during your trip to Panama. You can visit the Pozos Termales (hot springs) to relax after hiking. El waterfall el Macho is a beautiful waterfall in a gorgeous natural setting. In the center of El Valle de Antón, there is a small and charming butterfly garden where you can enjoy admiring up to 16 different species of colorful butterflies. El Valle is regionally famous for its Sunday Market, a colorful and lively event that draws vendors, many of whom are local Indigenous from around the area who come to hawk traditional clothing, handicrafts, baskets, ceramics, vegetables, orchids, food items, and more .

Activity location

  • El Valle de Anton
    • El Valle de Anton, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Café Unido El Valle
    • Av principal
    • El Valle de Antón, Provincia de Coclé, Panama

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Solo traveler

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

This option is created for solo travelers
Admission fees are not included
Pickup included

Price details
CA $327.36 x 1 AdultCA $327.36
Paid at activityCA $32.04
Total
Price is CA $359.40

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Rainfall El Macho 3 per person admission fee must be paid on site to the staff
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Butterfly Haven 7 per person admission fee must be paid on site to the staff
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Thermal springs 7 per person admission fee must be paid on site to the staff
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Serpentario 6 dollars per person admission fees must be paid on site to the staff

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

El Valle de Anton

  • 1h 30m
We will take you from Panama City to Anton Valley on a one-hour-and-a-half trip through the Pan American highway, where we will reach the thermal springs, where you will feel relaxed. From there, we will take you to the Chorro El Macho waterfall, the largest waterfall in the area, surrounded by nature. Then we will go to the Nispero Zoo, where you will see different animals found in the country's interior, such as jaguars, monkeys, sloths, birds, many butterfly species from the butterfly garden, and last but not least, the exotic golden frog. After that, you can take the trail and explore the fauna and flora found in the Panamanian rainforest, and then you can shop in the Indigenous market. Then, you can end your experience with a delicious plate of local cuisine from one of the local restaurants.

Aguas Termales At El Valle Resort

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
There is nothing more soothing and healing for the body and mind than the thermal springs of El Valle de Antón.

El Chorro Macho

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The most famous waterfall in the El Valle region is the 35-meter-high Chorro El Macho. Below the falls, there is a natural swimming pool surrounded by rainforest. This towering waterfall is quite powerful and provides excellent photo opportunities.

Butterfly Haven

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
At the butterfly farm, you will have the opportunity to learn about the wide variety of butterflies living in El Valle. After a brief educational talk, you can visit their habitat and walk among hundreds of butterflies.

Sunday Market

  • 1h
In this market, you can find fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, and handicrafts for sale, all produced by local indigenous people.

El Serpentario

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
In this refuge, animals such as snakes, caimans, turtles ,iguanas and All kinds of reptiles are rescued To learn more about them with the local guides

Location

Activity location

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    El Valle de Anton
    • El Valle de Anton, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Café Unido El Valle
    • Av principal
    • El Valle de Antón, Provincia de Coclé, Panama

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