Panama Geography and Maps
Panama is a narrow, s-shaped isthmus located between Colombia and Costa Rica, bordered by both the Caribbean Sea and the North Pacific Ocean. The country forms the land bridge between the North and South American continents. The majority of the population of the country lives around the Panama Canal or in cities like Panama City and Colón.
The geography of Panama is dominated by the Cordillera de Talamanca mountain range which is located near the border of Costa Rica. The highest point in the country is the Volcán Barú which stands at 3,475 m (11,400 ft). It is said that on a clear day, it is possible to see both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea from Volcán Barú’s peak.
With two coastlines, Panama lays claim to various islands including the San Blas Islands. Situated off the Isthmus of Panama to the east of the canal, this archipelago is made up of approximately 378 islands and cays, only 49 of which are inhabited. Located 32 km (19.88 mi) from the Costa Rican border, Bocas del Toro is another archipelago that is made up of six islands, several uninhabited islets and two national parks.
Panama Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Panama.
Learn about the history and culture of Panama, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Panama's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Panama for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Panama tours today!
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After your Panama Tour, why not consider another of Goway's Latin America tours. These include a large selection of other exciting countries in Central and South America. We offer Chile vacation packages and Easter Island tours, Ecuador vacation packages which include Galapagos cruises, Peru vacation packages which include Machu Picchu tours and Brazil tours including Iguassu Falls tours among many others.
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