Colombia & Panama: Coast, Canal & Private Islands 15 days
15 days
From Cartagena to Coiba: Culture, Islands & Rainforest
Combine the Caribbean character of Cartagena with the islands and waters of Panama on a 15 day journey that moves between historic cities and remote shores. In Cartagena, explore the walled city before spending time in La Boquilla, learning about its Afro-Colombian traditions and joining local musicians for a drumming lesson. Take to the water for a day of island hopping before slowing down on the Barú peninsula. In Panama City, discover the canal and Casco Antiguo before celebrating New Year’s Eve at a masquerade ball and rooftop party. Then head to Islas Secas for five nights of snorkelling, diving, kayaking and exploring the reefs and rainforest of Coiba National Park.
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Journey Route
DAYS 1-3
Cartagena
Settle into Cartagena's historic walled city before exploring its colourful colonial streets with an expert guide. Visit the Afro-Colombian fishing village of La Boquilla to learn about its traditions and history, followed by a drumming lesson with local musicians and the rhythms of Colombia's Caribbean coast.
DAYS 4-6
Board a private speedboat for a day of island hopping around Cartagena's coastline before continuing to a beachfront hotel on the Barú peninsula. Spend two days at leisure relaxing on the beaches or exploring the surrounding coastline, with plenty of time to enjoy the sun and sea.
DAYS 7-9
Panama City & Soberania
Fly to Panama City and explore the Biomuseo before discovering the colonial streets, plazas and churches of Casco Antiguo. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the Panama Canal, learning about its history and engineering, before celebrating New Year's Eve with a masquerade ball and rooftop party.
DAYS 10-15
Fly to David before continuing by boat to the private island archipelago of Islas Secas. Spend five nights snorkelling, diving, kayaking, paddleboarding or fishing, with guided nature hikes and birdwatching also available, alongside a boat trip to Coiba National Park's coral reefs and rainforest, before flying back to Panama City for your onward flight home.
