I did a day trip to Valle de Antón with Panama Your Way, guided by Aldo, and it was a wonderful experience — even though the day didn’t go exactly as planned. We initially planned to hike La India Dormida, but unfortunately I wasn’t feeling well that day and my body just wasn’t able to make the climb. Aldo was incredibly kind, patient, and understanding. Instead of pushing the original plan, we calmly discussed alternatives and came up with a new itinerary that suited my health and energy level perfectly. We visited Chorro del Macho, where we spent time resting and enjoying the natural swimming pools — a beautiful and peaceful way to connect with nature. After that, we stopped at the local market to try some delicious, typical mango, and then headed to the beach to enjoy a great fried fish andA relax in the sun. The day felt balanced, unrushed, and thoughtfully adapted. Aldo was the perfect guide: attentive, flexible, and genuinely focused on making sure I felt comfortable and still had a great experience. That’s exactly what you want in a guide — someone who makes the best out of any situation and truly cares about your well-being. I will definitely hire Aldo again and highly recommend him.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Private driver/guide
- Hotel pickup
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Butterfly Haven
- El Chorro Macho
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
This visitors center seeks to revalue the history, culture and natural environment of El Valle de Antón. It provides interactive information on the history of the volcano, the town and its ancestors.
Mirador Cerro La Cruz in El Valle de Antón offers breathtaking panoramic views of the lush valley below. This scenic lookout provides a serene spot to appreciate the beauty of Panama's highlands
A walk in the rainforest jungle to see the famous El Chorro Macho falls (85m high), where you can also swim in a large swimming pool made of rocks, surrounded by rainforest and fed by river water.
A stop at the local market, here you can find fresh fruit, vegetables and various local crafts and souvenirs.
Immerse yourself amongst the beauty and tranquility of many hundreds of living, jewel colored butterflies. Stroll through the screened tropical exhibit house and grounds and learn about these amazing creatures from egg, to caterpillar, to chrysalis and finally, to dazzling adult.
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Reviews
Did not meet expectations. The tour was to expensive for what was offer. To mush driving to see a butterfly's garden, a visitor center and a local market. The tour director was the best, very knowledgeable. Aldo know his job.
Gabriel was an amazing tour guide. He was able to relate many facts to us about the Panamanian culture and country. He was very attentive to the people in our group.
Great company! Fast replies. We had to cancel a trip a few days before and they refunded all the amount, no problem. Our guide, Levy picked us up promptly at our hotel and we stopped as needed for bathroom breaks. Levy had lots of cold water, much appreciated because we found it very hot. We weren't able to complete the India Dormida hike because of ages (71) and heat, but no problem. About 2 hours each way Panama City -Anton de Valle - Panama City
our guide, Enrique, was extremely knowledgable, helpful and fun! Having a private, customizable tour made it so much easier and relaxing to see the sites at our own pace. El Valle is absolutely gorgeous. Danny organized everything and was super responsive when booking. Really happy with every aspect of this tour.
We had an amazing time with our guide Levy. The whole day was personalized to our needs and preferences. we were able to spend flexible amounts of time, according to our interest, in the usual spots (Zoo, butterfly garden, waterfall walk). Levy also took us to a local park o to the nearby mountain, that had ancient writings on a boulder, and to scenic viewpoints, and then drove us through past pretty home in town, all not usually done with a larger group. Levy is amazingly personable and knowledgeable: he told us about his experiences growing up in a poor village in western Panama. In summary an amazing day. All our 3 days of touring were coordinated by Danny. He is unbelievably responsive to all concerns ahead of and during your stay. He also answers your messages rapidly. It really is Panama YOUR way .
Enjoyable day trip, lots of nice scenery and mountains. Lunch at Italian restaurant, went to orchid place and butterfly house.
We had an amazing day with Panama Your Way. Both communication with Danny and our guide were phenomenal. They really know what they are doing and put the extra attention to every detail. The El vallé tour is great for families, we were 4 (two adults and two children (9 and 12). We all enjoyed it as there was something for everyone. El Vallé is a beautiful place and we learned so much about the wildlife of Panama, and not to mention the views, simple spectacular. We also did the Panama City tour with them I will leave that review there.
I was in Panama with my friend in April. I wholeheartedly recommend this private agency that made our vacation even more beautiful! For five days, the agency helped us discover the beauty of the country. We visited Panama City (I want to mention that in Cerro Ancón we saw a lot of sloths thanks to our guide, Janiere, who is an expert in finding sloths), we made the partial transit through the Panama Canal (we had an excellent driver who took us from the hotel to Flamenco Marina early in the morning and then back to the hotel, thank you, Naibeth!), we spent some wonderful hours in Valle de Antón with our guide, Fernando, a person with very good energy, who knows how to make people feel good and who takes beautiful photos, we went to Monkey Island and the Sanctuary of the Lazy with our guide Edwin, who knows a lot about plants and helped me take a close-up picture of the Blue Morpho Butterfly and visited the Emberá community and the nearby waterfall with our lovely expert guide on sloths. I also want to mention that this agency is serious, we had good communication from the beginning, when planning trips, until our arrival in Panama. Maybe I had to write this resena in Romanian, but I like to practice Spanish when I have the opportunity. Thank you so much!
My spouse and I took two trips with Panama Your Way (Valle de Antón & the Monkey Island-Panama City-Canal trio) and we loved it. The owner took the time to come and greet us in the morning and explain the course of the day, which is very attentive. Not to mention the best guide, Edwin. We will resume other excursions with them when we return to Panama. Thank you for everything! - Daphne & Alexandre
Very nice visit - Exceptional view of the valley - superb waterfall and what about swimming in a natural pool (I would have stayed there all afternoon) - dinner in a good restaurant - visit the butterfly aviary - visit a market. Very happy with my day!
Wonderful day, very well organized, I could not ask for better, I am very satisfied with all your services.
We made two outings with panama your way Both have been great. A guide who listens to our needs and adapts very well to the rhythm of our family Communication and organization is clear and very effective Really a nice gang, a pleasure to discover Panama with them
Visiting the butterfly sanctuary, taking a walk through the jungle to swim at the foot of a waterfall, and discovering the charming village of the Anton Valley were just perfect. Our guide, Edwing, shared with us the fascinating history of this place. An unforgettable day!
The guide and prop.. Less is very competent and friendly. it was a very beautiful day .. we did the panama with the same company and guide Edwin... another 5/5 .. I highly recommend
An impeccable Service with a top-of-the-range and especially personalized approach! I recommend 100% this Great Enterprise!
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