Volcan Panama

On the western slope of Volcan Baru, only 30 minutes away from the city of David, lies the small town of Volcan. It is located in the province of Chiriqui, at an altitude that varies between 4,000 and 5000 feet above the sea level.

This area of Panama is blessed by nature. It is famous for its year-round perfect weather (between 60-80 F°) and the natural beauty of the territory, whose mountains resemble the Alps. On clear days, from the highest craters of the extinct, 12,000-feet high Volcan Baru, it is even possible to observe the Pacific and Atlantic oceans.

Volcan and its surrounding areas house an incredible variety of flora and fauna. Although tourism is rapidly growing, the most important commercial activities are agriculture and cattle farming. The rich and fertile soil is ideal to grow oranges, coffee and flowers, which are exported all over the world.

Things to do in Volcan

Volcan Baru
Volcan Baru National Park is a part of the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor. Over 250 species of birds have been identified within the park, and all five species of big cats live here as well. The national park protects a range of habitat, including humid montane forests, low humid montane forests, and montane rainforests. The park's most popular hiking trail is the Sendero Los Quetzales (Los Quetzales Trail), which connects Boquete with Cerro Punta and wraps around the side of the volcano. The trail takes around 6 hours to hike.

Location and Map

Volcan is located 507 kms from Panama City. This is an 8 hour drive. The best way to travel to this region is by local flight available every day from Panama City to Changinola and from there take a taxi to Volcan.