Panama Sloths & Sandcastles
From reserve to resort
Lace up your adventure boots and set off for the lush rainforest of Gamboa! Get ready for outdoor adventure, historic discoveries, and a tour of the irresistible Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve! Mix the wonders of rainforest mystery with sunny relaxation of Playa Bonita, and you've got a getaway you'll never forget.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Panama (PTY)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 2 nights in Gamboa at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, or similar
- Tour of the Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
- Transfer from Gamboa to Playa Bonita
- 3 nights in Playa Bonita at the Westin Playa Bonita, or similar (premium all-inclusive basis*)
- 20% discount on tours from Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
- Breakfast daily
*Premium all-inclusive plan includes:
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet
- 1 Ã Â la carte dinner
- Please note: Prior reservations to à  la carte restaurants are required (10-guest maximum)
- Unlimited premium drinks and premium house wines at any of the outlets (during hours of operation)
- Drinks served by the glass
- Bottles are not included
- Unlimited use of non-motorized sports (kayaks, table games) during hours of operation
Great Ways to Explore
Hike through lush, wildlife-filled rainforests in Gamboa.
Stretch out in the sun on Playa Bonita.
Try authentic Panamanian foods made of tortillas, yuca, maize, and sweet fruits.
Get a bird's eye view over the rainforest from a cable car!Â
See all sorts of wildlife along the way! Look out for sea turtles, monkeys, sloths, exotic birds, and more.
Only 30 minutes outside the capital of Panama resides the unspoiled tropical rain forest of Gamboa. On your 5-night adventure, you'll have the freedom to see some wildlife, kayak on the canal, and meet the indigenous people who inhabit the isthmus, all from your resort! Not only that, you'll have the opportunity to tour the rain forest's Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center during your trip!
End your vacation with a relaxing stay by the beach at Playa Bonita, just outside of Panama City. Enjoy all the amenities and activities from your luxury resort while you soak in the atmosphere. Don't forget to pay a visit to the Miraflores Visitor Center and get a crash course on the Panama Canal.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Panama (PTY)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- 2 nights in Gamboa at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, or similar
- Tour of the Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center at Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
- Transfer from Gamboa to Playa Bonita
- 3 nights in Playa Bonita at the Westin Playa Bonita, or similar (premium all-inclusive basis*)
- 20% discount on tours from Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
- Breakfast daily
*Premium all-inclusive plan includes:
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffet
- 1 Ã Â la carte dinner
- Please note: Prior reservations to à  la carte restaurants are required (10-guest maximum)
- Unlimited premium drinks and premium house wines at any of the outlets (during hours of operation)
- Drinks served by the glass
- Bottles are not included
- Unlimited use of non-motorized sports (kayaks, table games) during hours of operation
Hike through lush, wildlife-filled rainforests in Gamboa.
Stretch out in the sun on Playa Bonita.
Try authentic Panamanian foods made of tortillas, yuca, maize, and sweet fruits.
Get a bird's eye view over the rainforest from a cable car!Â
See all sorts of wildlife along the way! Look out for sea turtles, monkeys, sloths, exotic birds, and more.
Only 30 minutes outside the capital of Panama resides the unspoiled tropical rain forest of Gamboa. On your 5-night adventure, you'll have the freedom to see some wildlife, kayak on the canal, and meet the indigenous people who inhabit the isthmus, all from your resort! Not only that, you'll have the opportunity to tour the rain forest's Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center during your trip!
End your vacation with a relaxing stay by the beach at Playa Bonita, just outside of Panama City. Enjoy all the amenities and activities from your luxury resort while you soak in the atmosphere. Don't forget to pay a visit to the Miraflores Visitor Center and get a crash course on the Panama Canal.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Panama City!
Once you've cleared customs, you will enjoy a transfer to your hotel and check into your resort in Gamboa. Feel free to start exploring the area and check out some of the activities you can take advantage of while you're there!
Transfer from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Panama City hotel
Check-in - Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Situated in the Soberania National Park, Gamboa Rainforest Resort is world's away from the hustle and bustle of Panama City. Located just 30 minutes outside the city, Gamboa lies at the meeting place of the Chagres River and the Panama Canal. Experience the unspoiled beauty of the Panamanian forest up close!
Each of the well-appointed, eco- lodge-style rooms and suites offer an authentic and relaxing escape from everyday life. Boasting views of the river, garden or tropical style pool, the 137 guest rooms and 27 suites feature complimentary Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and mini refrigerators. Rainforest activities at the hotel include boat tours, aerial tram rides, visits to indigenous villages, and more. Also on-site is a spa and three restaurants.
Day 2. Gamboa
Today, you'll get to explore the Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center! Once your adventure in the rain forest comes to an end, the rest of the day is yours to spend however you'd like! Go for a hike, take a dip, paddle a kayak down the river - this is a great place to start checking items off your bucket list!
Tour of the Sloth Sanctuary & Wildlife Rescue Center
On this tour at Gamboa Rainforst Resort, visit a sloth sanctuary and wildlife reserve. At the sanctuary, see how the staff is helping with the reintroduction of sloths to the wild. Learn about the species and observe the sloths the center has rescued. Get up close to this furry, friendly animals and watch them feed and regain their strength!
Next, visit a wildlife reserve and observe more rescued animals native to Panama. The Panamerican Association for Conservation (APPC) has rescued more than 4,000 wild animals that have been found injured, orphaned or sick and returned to their natural environment. A small number of rescued animals, due to their special conditions, cannot return to the wild and remain in the refuge, forming part of the "Ambassadors Animals" program. Among the animals that can be found in the rescue center are an ocelot, a margay, titi monkeys and sloths.
Day 3. Gamboa - Playa Bonita
After breakfast, you'll check out of your hotel and be transferred to your new accommodations in Playa Bonita. After check-in, it's time to get down to the serious business of takin' it easy!
Perhaps you'd like to slowly sip a cocktail at the beach this afternoon or do some souvenir shopping. Maybe you'd like to investigate the food scene in town. Whatever it is, you'd look even better doing it in a Panama hat!
Transfer from Gamboa hotel to Playa Bonita hotel
Check-in - The Westin Playa Bonita Panama
The Westin Playa Bonita Panama is just steps from the golden sands and blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Visit the famous Miraflores Locks, Casco Antiguo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the scenic Amador Causeway easily from this luxurious 4-star hotel.
The Westin offers guestrooms overlooking tropical rainforests, the Panama Canal, and the Bridge of the Americas, plus private balconies, pillow-top mattresses, and spa-like bathrooms. The hotel boasts four breathtaking beachfront pools providing a sun-baked escape overlooking the Pacific and a private white sand beach. Every day the resort hosts activities ranging from salsa lessons to kayaking to beach volleyball. Venture further into the area with a tour of the rainforests or Miraflores Locks. Personal touches and thoughtful services go a long way in ensuring you have a relaxing, fun, and memorable stay.
Day 4. Playa Bonita
With Playa Bonita's proximity to Panama City, take a day trip to the world-famous Panama Canal (extra cost). Miraflores Visitor Center is the ideal place to observe canal operations. From large balconies, you can watch as the lock gates open and close for ships to start or complete their journey through the Panama Canal.
Day 5. Playa Bonita
Spend your last full day in Panama enjoying the great outdoors. Walk or bike the scenic Amador Causeway, a one-lane road that connects three islands. Nature enthusiasts can explore Punta Bruja Nature Reserve, fish off the islands of Las Perlas, or watch whales out in the Pacific.
Day 6. Depart Panama
Say "adios" to Panama as you transfer from Playa Bonita to Panama City airport. Grab a few last-minute souvenirs before flying home.Â
Transfer to Panama City airport (PTY)
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.