6 Amazing Cultural Experiences Panama City for 2026-2027

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Transit the Panama Canal
Explore Darien Jungle
Visit Portobelo Forts
Snorkel Pearl Islands

Starts / Ends: Panama City / Balboa
Activities: Village Visits, Hiking, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Urban Exploration
Activity Level: Variable

Embark on an 8-day Panama Canal cruise to the Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle aboard the National Geographic Quest. Transit the legendary Panama Canal, meet the Emberá people in Playa Muerto, spot wildlife in Punta Patiño, and snorkel the clear waters of the Pearl Islands, including Isla del Rey and Isla Pacheca.

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Observe animals in their habitat
Kayak through magical mangroves
Transit the historical Panama Canal
Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

Activities: Land & Sea Exploration, Horseback Riding
Activity Level: Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.

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Paradise Tropical Island - Bocas del Toro archipelago - Island Colon

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Pristine Islands of the Bahamas & the Panama Canal

Nassau - Panama City - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

Explore Nassau’s colonial streets
Visit Staniel Cay’s beaches
Discover San Salvador’s coral reefs
Meet Cabo de La Vela’s Wayuu people

Starts / Ends: Nassau / Panama City
Activity Level: Variable

Join an 11-day cruise from Nassau to Panama City on the Scenic Eclipse, exploring the Bahamas' clear waters and vibrant island cultures. Experience highlights like Pig Beach and the Panama Canal, blending leisure with cultural discovery.

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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

Panama to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Transit the Panama Canal
Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
Look for unique tropical wildlife
See colonial architecture

Starts / Ends: Panama City / Cartagena
Activities: Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level: Variable

Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.

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from $278

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Embera Drua Community Visit

1 Day Itinerary

Discover traditional music & dance
Try traditional body painting

Activity Level: Relaxed

Experience native Panamanian culture deep in the Chagres rainforest. Visit with the people of the Embera Dura community and hike through the jungle with your guide.

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