Veraguas Panama

Veraguas is located in the center of Panama and it is the only province with access to both the Caribbean and the Pacific Ocean. Most of the people in this area are dedicated to farming.

Veraguas it one of the largest producer of grain and has numerous coffee and sugar plantations and its livestock is said to be Panama's finest. Santiago and its surroundings are among the fastest growing areas at the moment, mainly due to real estate development and a vast potential for tourism.

Things to do in Veraguas

Surfing
Veraguas is one of the greenest and most natural provinces. You will love its incredible beaches and its vibe and huge waves. Enjoy the tides over reef, with its rocky and sandy seabeds, which suit all levels of experience. The four best surfing beaches in the area are Playa Malena and Playa Morrillo, east of the gulf and El Estero and Punta Santa Catalina in the west.

Turtle Sanctuary
On the Pacific Coast of Veraguas, turtle sanctuaries have been created to protect the areas for mothers who come out at night to lay their eggs. There, the eggs are preserved in nurseries, for up to 60 days waiting for the babies to come out and begin their journey to the sea.

Santa Fe town
Santa Fe is just one hour away from Santiago de Veraguas. It is a small town in the mountains and home to many orchids.

Veraguas tours to other destinations nearby

Atalaya
It is about 20 minutes away from Santiago and it is famous for the pilgrim leads to the Basilica Menor San Miguel Arcangel which is a Historic Monument. More than 200,000 Panamanians flock from far to get to Atalaya for these religious festivities.

Cerro Hoya National Park
This remote National Park,  located 2 hours and 20 minutes away from Veraguas, protects 30 endemic plant species and hosts animals such as white-tailed deer, ocelots, pheasant, bore and the green macaw.

Coiba Island
Here you will find primary forests, beaches, mangroves and coral reefs. The waters surrounding Coiba Island are full of fish and marine animals and the largest pacific coral reefs of the Americas, making it one of the best destinations to dive.

Location and Map

From Panama City to Veraguas the best way to travel is by plane.