Honest, local guides to traveling Panama.
Written by our local team at Cositas de Panamá — the same people who guide these tours every week.
Best Panama Canal Tours in 2026: A Local's Honest Comparison
Miraflores vs Agua Clara vs Coast to Coast vs VIP — what's actually worth your time, by people who guide it daily.
Cositas Team · 9 minMonkey Island Panama: What to Really Expect (2026 Guide)
Yes, the monkeys are real and wild. Here's how the day actually flows, what to bring, and what surprises most guests.
Cositas Team · 7 minCasco Viejo Walking Tour: A Local's Route Beyond the Postcards
Where to stop for coffee, what to ignore, and the rooftop most tourists never make it to.
Cositas Team · 8 minPanama in 3 Days: The Private Itinerary We Actually Recommend
Canal, rainforest, Caribbean — without burning out. A field-tested 3-day plan from local guides.
Cositas Team · 10 minPanama for Cruise Passengers: How to Not Waste Your Day
The 7-hour window, the timing math, and the two-stop plan that almost never fails.
Cositas Team · 7 minPortobelo Day Trip from Panama City: UNESCO Forts, Congo Culture & Caribbean Beaches
The Caribbean side most travelers miss — UNESCO forts, Congo culture, and water so clear it feels staged.
Cositas Team · 8 minNow let's plan the real thing.
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