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ChiriquíGuide was updated: 2024-09-17

Escape to Chiriquí, known as the "breadbasket" of Panama, where you'll find a mix of stunning landscapes and activities. Fertile mountains and rolling hills, rocky rivers and coffee plantations — there's something for everyone. The province also boasts pristine beaches and islands with excellent sports fishing opportunities. The thriving David City is there when you're ready for a bit of urban life. Located in western Panama, Chiriquí is bordered by Bocas del Toro to the north, Costa Rica to the west, Veraguas to the east, and the Pacific Ocean to the south.

Boquete

Boquete is located in a beautiful valley with rocky mountain rivers and scenic views and has a growing expat community of people who just fell in love with the town and decided to move here. Boquete is home to multiple coffee plantations, a good selection of restaurants, and is a great place to practice outdoor activities that range from scenic tours in ATV vehicles to rock climbing, mountain biking, canopy zip-lining, horseback riding, golf, bird watching, hot springs, and much more. Taxi services in Boquete are reliable and readily available. However, there are no taxi meters in Panama and fares may vary depending on the taxi driver. Renting a car is probably the best way to get around, in terms of convenience and price. The bus terminal is located beside the park and opposite to the fire station.

Coffee Plantation Visit

Boquete has become one of the most important coffee growing regions in the world with 1600 independent coffee producers and more than 25 companies that process coffee. Boquete, produces the best and most expensive coffee in the world, the Arabic Geisha (Gesha). Besides Geisha, Boquete boasts a wide variety of beans that have won international awards. Here visitors can leisurely sample tasting menus, modeled after Napa Valley wine tours, at coffee plantations. Finca Lerida Hotel & Coffee Plantation: Alto Quiel, Bajo Boquete +507 720 1111

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Canopy Tour (Zip Line)

The Canopy Tour takes you on a zip line of 3 kilometers in total length, divided into 12 different zip line cables. This is a tour traversing a cloud forest of century-old trees and waterfalls, where at any time you may encounter fog and the gentle rain locals call bajareque. Boquete Outdoor Adventures:

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Bird Watching

Bird watching is one of Boquete’s main attractions with over 900 species of birds present in the area. This is the most accessible region of Chiriqui’s highlands where the beautiful Quetzal bird can be seen thanks to the conservation of the forest and the aguacatillo tree that provides the Quetzal with its favorite fruit.

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Rock Climbing

“El Gunko” is what the indigenous people of the area call the strange and appealing volcanic stone formation in Boquete. It is 13.1 meters high and, apart from its unique beauty, offers the perfect conditions for a fast and easy climb for every nature lover. For those new to rock climbing, different routes are possible, with regard to physical abilities and age. Boquete Rock Climbing School

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The Lost Waterfalls Hike

On a half day hike up the mountains in the rainforest of Chiriqui, one can see three beautiful waterfalls, as well as birds, orchids, plants, flowers and animals that are typical of the tropical rainforest. This hike has a moderate degree of difficulty that requires the participant to be physically fit, and includes some long ascents.

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Chorcha Monkey Reserve

Visit the famous Chorcha Monkey Reserve, with amazing howler monkeys in an indigenous community environment. Enjoy the beauty of these intelligent monkeys as you find yourself surrounded by nature - an unforgettable experience.

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Population:	462,056 (2019 official estimate)
Currency:	United States Dollar / Panamanian Balboa (PAB) The Panamanian balboa is the official currency of Panama and is pegged to the US dollar at a rate of 1:1, meaning that one balboa is equal in value to one U.S. dollar. There are no paper Balboa banknotes. Instead, US banknotes are used. Balboa (and their subunit, centésimo) do come in coin forms, though.
Emergency Numbers:	911
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Opening Hours:	Most businesses in Panama are open Monday to Friday 8am–5pm