Panama Travel Guide
Tourist season
Are November and December good months to visit Panama?
November
Shoulder
season
December
Semi-high
season
Did you know?
The surface area of Panama is 29.1 thous. mi², which puts the country in position number 120 in terms of the area in the world.
How far is it?
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The distance between Panama City (PA) and Washington D.C. (US) is 2072 miles
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to Panama
| Miles | Panama City | Colon | Santiago de Veraguas | Darien National Park | David | Portobelo | San Blas Islands | El Valle de Antón |
| Panama City | - | 36 | 116 | 149 | 201 | 40 | 61 | 48 |
| Colon | 36 | - | 114 | 184 | 184 | 22 | 73 | 54 |
| Santiago de Veraguas | 116 | 114 | - | 225 | 102 | 135 | 177 | 68 |
| Darien National Park | 149 | 184 | 225 | - | 326 | 180 | 145 | 175 |
| David | 201 | 184 | 102 | 326 | - | 204 | 256 | 158 |
| Portobelo | 40 | 22 | 135 | 180 | 204 | - | 54 | 73 |
| San Blas Islands | 61 | 73 | 177 | 145 | 256 | 54 | - | 109 |
| El Valle de Antón | 48 | 54 | 68 | 175 | 158 | 73 | 109 | - |
Best Ways to Experience Panama
- Cuisine
- Animals
Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Visa
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in Panama.
Most travelers
Get travel vaccines and medicines because there is a risk of these diseases in the country you are visiting.
Some travelers
Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Malaria
Malaria is a life-threatening parasitic disease transmitted by mosquitoes.Prevention
- Take antimalarial meds
- Prevent bug bites
Estimated relative risk of malaria in Panama
Areas with malaria
Rabies
Rabies is an acute infectious disease caused by neurotrophic viruses from the rhabdovirus family.The infection is most often caused by biting a sick animal or other contact of its saliva with mucous membranes, conjunctiva or damaged skin.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Keep away from animals
With or without a visa?
Visa requirements for citizens of
- United States
visiting 
Panama for tourism
A visa is not required.
- Allowed stay: 180 days
- Denial of entry or transit to any person who has a criminal conviction.
Electricity
120V (60 Hz)
In Panama the standard voltage is 120V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Type A, B sockets are used.
Click on the socket icon to see more information
Type A
Type BFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 126 / 231 Ranking | 4 314 767 mestizo (mixed Amerindian and white) 70%, Amerindian and mixed (West Indian) 14%, white 10%, Amerindian 6% |
Area | 120 / 230 Ranking | 29.1 thous. mi² |
Life expectancy | 46 / 196 Ranking | 79.5 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 76.7women 82.4 |
Median age | 73 / 157 Ranking | 30.1 Average age of population expressed in years.men 29.6women 30.5 |
Population growth | 77 / 172 Ranking | 1.16% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 40 / 131 Ranking | 95.7% Ability to read, write and count.men 98.8%women 95.4% |
GDP | 56 / 194 Ranking | 26 773 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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