Riviera Pacifica
The Riviera Pacifica extends along the Pan-American Highway, a 25 mile (40 km) stretch of road dotted with beaches and mountains. On your way out of Panama City, just 50 miles (80 km), on your left, you’ll see a number of beaches where you can enjoy the best plans in the Pacific. And on your right, mountainous areas await that are brimming with trails, waterfalls, and adventures in a cooler climate. Which one sounds best to you?
The Riviera Pacifica offers you a wide range of experiences featuring small, luxurious, all-inclusive accommodations, hostels, rental houses, and camping areas. In addition, you can explore landscapes that will leave you wanting to return again and again.
Coastline
In this coastal region you will find beaches that stretch for miles with a wide range of colors and options for you to enjoy.. Get swept away by the beauty of the deep black sand at Coronado, a very popular beach among locals, with all the amenities, including hotels, convenience stores, and many restaurants. Otherwise, you can enjoy the golden beaches next to the resorts in Bijao, Playa Blanca, and Buenaventura, where you’ll have everything you can possibly need.
For powerful waves, visit Chame, El Palmar, Playa Malibú, and Playa Teta, all of which are perfect for surfing. If you want something different, there’s nothing like the wind of Punta Chame for some kitesurfing. In the Riviera Pacifica, options for fun at sea abound: go boating, snorkeling, diving, kayaking, sport fishing, and horseback riding along the sea.
The Mountains
On the right side of the road you’ll find the mountains and the possibility of visiting picturesque towns or taking memorable hikes. Don't miss out on the Anton Valley and stay in a charming place that’s located in the crater of a volcano! The adventure never ends here: take a dip in the Chorros de las Mozas and Chorro de los Enamorados waterfalls, climb La India Dormida mountain. Or, you can dare to walk along Ruta de la Caldera, four trails that, together, go around the crater of the volcano. You can also visit the butterfly garden, walk, bike and horseback-ride through the town before stopping to try its wide variety of restaurants.
Other incredible experiences of the Riviera Pacifica are visiting the San Carlos lagoon and climbing Cerro Chame, where you can also climb Acid Rock. In addition, you can visit the country's first National Park in Altos de Campana and explore the Panama, La Cruz and Podocarpus trails, excellent routes for hikers and wildlife lovers alike. Nobody gets bored in the Riviera Pacifica!
Things to do in
Riviera Pacifica
Beaches
Touring the Riviera Pacífica involves 25 miles (40 km) of coastline...
Hiking
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Whale Watching
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Surf
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Fishing
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Getting There
You can reach the Riviera Pacifica via the Panamerican Highway, located 80 km (50 miles) from Panama City. Keep in mind that, especially on weekends, the journey may feel longer due to the traffic heading inland. If you depart before 3:00 pm, you'll be pleasantly surprised at how quickly you'll be enjoying the Riviera Pacifica.
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