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LUXURY PANAMA HOLIDAYS & TOURS

TAILOR-MADE PANAMA HOLIDAYS

See the historic canal, beautiful national parks, epic wildlife and glorious beaches of Panama.

TAILOR-MADE TRAVEL

ITINERARY INSPIRATION

From the fiery red dunes of Sossusvlei to the fairytale palaces of northern India, use our latest itineraries as inspiration to start planning your next adventure.

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Classic Panama

Panama

LUXURY HOLIDAYS & TOURS PANAMA

Panama is famous for its hats and its canal. The first may be useful on the beaches and islands, the second is a highlight on any tailor-made holiday to this fascinating country.

The Panama Canal is as interesting to sail as it is historic. Cruise any distance along it and you’ll find yourself wondering how such a narrow ribbon of water sparked a revolution and gave birth to a country. The answer, of course, is that it cut 8,000 miles off the sea journey from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and saved sailing around the notorious Cape Horn.

But there is much more to the Panama Peninsula than the canal. Talk to Sara Willis, one of our expert consultants, and she’ll tailor you a holiday that could well include watching mating humpback whales, and bottle-nosed and spotted dolphin playing in the Pacific. Or seeing turtles on the wonderful beaches of La Marinera and Isla Cana. Or spotting fabulous birds in the Sovereignty National or Friendship International parks.

You could even take a cable car ride through the rainforest to views the birds and wildlife of Gamboa.

Sara can also tell you about the Kuna Indians of the San Blas Islands, the nightlife of Colon and when to visit to experience the spectacle of Mardi Gras.

LUXURY HOLIDAYS & TOURS

Panama City

Famous for its hats and its canal

WHERE TO STAY

ACCOMMODATION

With years of experience and first-hand knowledge, our dedicated team of Central America consultants will be able to find the perfect lodges and hotels for your Panama holiday.

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WHY CHOOSE US

TRUSTED BY FELLOW TRAVELLERS

“INDIA AT ITS MOST INCREDIBLE”

Unbelievably brilliant from start to finish. The Ultimate Travel Company gave us complete flexibility while tailoring the trip to our personal preferences. Communication was excellent throughout, and the in-country team in India was super-efficient at every stage. The quality of the experience was exceptional – and the value for money, remarkable. From expert naturalists to thrilling wildlife encounters (tigers, leopards, 140 species of birds), awe-inspiring temples, the Taj Mahal, scenic walks and warm, welcoming people – not to mention the fantastic curry – it was a truly superb holiday. “Ultimate” really is “The Ultimate Travel Company”!

“YES TO ULTIMATE – AND YES AGAIN”

This was our second big trip with The Ultimate Travel Company – and we’d happily use them again and again. The customer service is excellent: they really listen to what you want and make it happen. Their on-the-ground support, wherever you’re headed, is just as strong. Everything was seamless. Highly recommend.

“EXPERTLY TAILORED, EFFORTLESSLY ENJOYABLE”

We travelled to Indochina in January/February with an itinerary designed by The Ultimate Travel Company – and it was spot on. Rob, our consultant, really understood what we were looking for and created a journey that suited us perfectly. The choice of hotels was excellent, and the pace was just right, with enough time built in to relax and recharge between the different experiences. The service throughout was professional, personal and thoughtful – exactly what you want from a travel specialist.

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5 OUT OF 5

WHEN TO VISIT

January – March

BEST TIME FOR SNORKEL OR DIVE | 17°C – 36°C

January – February

BEST TIME FOR DRY SEASON | 24°C – 37°C

May – June

BEST TIME FOR NESTING SEASON | 19°C – 38°C

KEY FACTS

Panama

FLIGHT (FROM LDN)14 hrs (Indirect)
CURRENCYPanamanian Balboa
POPULATION4.351 Million
BEST TIME TO GODecember to April
LANGUAGESpanish
TIMEZONEGMT -5
CAPITAL CITYPanama City
GEOGRAPHIC SIZE75,517 km²

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DESTINATION SPECIALISTS

Claire

Fluent in Spanish and a specialist in both Latin America and Antarctica, Claire helps travellers experience each destination in depth, from the streets of Buenos Aires and the wilds of Patagonia to the pristine landscapes of the White Continent.

Jonny

What draws Jonny back to Latin America is its variety: one day trekking a glacier, the next exploring colonial towns or rainforest trails. He creates tailor-made trips that give travellers a true sense of the region’s contrasts and highlights.

Jacob

Jacob’s travels through Latin America have left him with a diary full of small moments: a jungle night hike, a jaguar in the Pantanal, a bag of biscuits lost to coatis at Iguazu Falls. He helps travellers go beyond the obvious and experience the region with curiosity and humour.

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