Guna Yala, Panama City

National GeographicSep 4

Panama Beyond the Canal—6 Experiences You Can't Miss

While the canal remains Panama City's defining landmark, some of the capital's most rewarding experiences unfold well beyond its banks. Delve into Afro-Caribbean and Indigenous heritage, explore ...

Archipelago inhabited by Indigenous Guna people.

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OgayaPlaceOffers four-day tours including transport and accommodation.
Guna YalaNeighborhoodArchipelago inhabited by Indigenous Guna people.
Museo de la Cultura GunaMuseumProvides cultural understanding of the Guna people.
Ancona ExpeditionsPlaceOffers four-day sailing excursions.
NasoPlaceIndigenous people inhabiting Bocas del Toro region.
Parque Internacional La AmistadSightArea with remarkable biodiversity and Naso villages.
Casco ViejoNeighborhood
Elsewhere
Ngäbe-BugléPlaceSoloy, PanamaIndigenous group with sacred sites and cacao ceremonies.
KikiSightSoloy, PanamaSacred waterfall, considered a living temple.
Mata OscuraSightPedasí, PanamaBeach where sea turtles nest.
Fundación Agua y TierraPlacePedasí, PanamaNonprofit protecting turtle nests.
Turtle Eco RoutePlacePedasí, PanamaConnects travelers with community-led experiences.
Feria de la TortugaFestivalPedasí, PanamaAnnual festival celebrating turtle conservation.

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Panama Beyond the Canal—6 Experiences You Can't Miss