If you’re in the mood to go on a volcanic hike at least once in a lifetime, you can do it in many Central American countries—including Panama. Volcanoes are the perfect place to fully immerse in the natural beauty of this country, and these three are a good place to start.
Barú
If your time in Panama is limited and you can only visit one volcano, it doesn’t get much better than Barú. Located near the border with Costa Rica, this is Panama’s most popular active volcano, and it also happens to be home to the country’s highest peak. Make sure to visit it on a clear day, and you might get a view of both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
El Valle
You don’t have to be a huge adrenaline junkie to enjoy a visit to Panama’s volcanoes. El Valle hasn’t erupted in at least 200,000 years, and it was long considered to be completely inactive. There are even thousands of people living in its flat wide caldera, in the tiny town called El Valle de Antón.
La Yeguada
La Yeguada is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Panama’s Veraguas Province, and adventure seekers visiting this country can’t resist its charm. You can find everything from hiking trails and campsites to waterfalls and a fishing lake on its slopes, and the views from the top are truly breathtaking.