• Panama Vacation Packages

    On Isla Palenque, you will find that each day you stand at a unique and privileged crossroads: to sit still and simply take in the pristine natural beauty, or to set out on a journey to discover the wonders hidden within this singular wilderness. Our exclusive vacation packages are designed to ensure that your time spent with us is purposeful – we believe that your most life-changing travel moments will happen while interacting with the island and the surrounding area.

    Our tours and excursions reflect the most meaningful travel experiences we’ve found on Isla Palenque. In fact, we consider our tours and activities to be travel experiences so significant that we’ve included them for free in all of our packages to ensure a diverse and fulfilling experience – we want you to enjoy all the best tours in Panama’s undiscovered wilds during your stay.

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    Panama Luxury Vacation Packages at Isla Palenque

    We have designed three comprehensive packages for you to choose from based on the length of your stay; all packages include a number of different tour options. Before you arrive, you will be able to customize your vacation package by choosing the tours available during your stay which best fulfill your passions:

    Tours at Isla Palenque

    (hover your cursor over the name of the tour to read a description)

    Island Adventures:
    Island Treks
    Tide Pools, Lagoons & Mangroves
    Secrets of the Island
    Hike to Punta Ballena
    Rock Fishing
    Coastal Rock Hike
    Kayak to Las Piñalitas
    Kayak Tour: Beaches and Mangroves
    Kayak to Isla Palenquito
    Tree Climbing Canopy Tour
    Rock Hike to Punta Ballena
    Guided Night Walk
    Ocean Activities:
    Island-Hopping in Gulf of Chiriqui
    Island-Hop to Islas Secas
    Kayak Islas Ventanas, Linartes, Iglesias
    Diving Islas Secas
    Sportfishing the Gulf
    Whale Watching [SEASONAL]
     
    Mainland Excursions:
    Visit with the Ngöbe–Buglé
    A Day in Boquete
    Monkey Sanctuary & Waterfall Hike
     

    Ultimate Panama Adventure: 8 days, 7 nights

    Isla Palenque bonfirePanama is a country, a culture, a history and a people carved out of one of the world’s greatest wilds. The locals will show you how to find peace within it, our guides will show you how to explore it, and on Isla Palenque, we’ll show you what it means. Our ultimate package is designed to provide a preeminent Panama travel experience that connects you with everything we want to share from this corner of the world: the local people, the pristine ecosystems and microclimates, the protected Gulf of Chiriqui and the unforgettable private island you will call home for a week on Isla Palenque. Taste your way through Panama cuisine with our daily rotating menus, and enjoy plenty of time to simply wander our trails for experiences you could never plan into an itinerary – you’re sure to leave the island having learned a few of its secrets.

    Exclusively offered Sunday – Sunday

      Includes:
    • Transport to and from Enrique Malek airport in David, Panama
    • 5 island tours
    • 3 ocean or mainland tours (scuba or fishing tours may require additional charge)
    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (and any snacks in-between) at either Las Rocas or Edén (beverages are not included)
    • Accommodations based on the room selected
    Ultimate Panama Adventure
    Room Type Green Season
    (1 May - 23 Nov)
    High Season
    (24 Nov - 20 Dec;
    5 Jan - 30 Apr)
    Peak Season
    (21 Dec - 4 Jan)
    Ridge Tented Suite 2,995 3,695 4,395
    Promontory Tented Suite 3,295 3,995 4,835
    Garden Estate Room 2,995 3,695 4,395
    Jungle Estate Room 3,295 3,995 4,835
    Ocean Estate Suite 4,295 5,345 6,395

    *All prices shown in USD
    *Prices are shown for double occupancy, subtract $1000 for one person, and add $1200 for three
    *Panama sales tax not included (7% for hotel rooms and food), 10% service fee not included
    *Beverages and optional dining events available at an additional charge
    *Souvenirs and other incidentals are not included

    Desert Island Discovery: 5 days, 4 nights

    Playa Catalina Make the most of your valuable vacation time as you explore Isla Palenque and the pristine ocean surrounds with our knowledgeable guides. Experience deep relaxation in our comfortable, immersed-in-nature rooms or by finding a beach to bask on all by yourself. Cap off the perfect Panama adventure by taking time to reflect on the meaning of it all over a gourmet meal or signature cocktail at one of our two seaside restaurants. Secluded island relaxation and wild Panama adventure – experience a whirlwind affair with wonder at Isla Palenque.

    Exclusively offered Sunday – Thursday includes:

    • Transport from Enrique Malek airport in David, Panama
    • 4 island tours
    • 1 ocean or mainland tour (scuba or fishing tours may require additional charge)
    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (and any snacks in-between) at either Las Rocas or Edén (beverages are not included)
    • Accommodations based on the room selected
    Desert Island Discovery
    Room Type Green Season
    (1 May - 23 Nov)
    High Season
    (24 Nov - 20 Dec;
    5 Jan - 30 Apr)
    Peak Season
    (21 Dec - 4 Jan)
    Ridge Tented Suite 1,795 2,195 2,595
    Promontory Tented Suite 1,995 2,395 2,875
    Garden Estate Room 1,795 2,195 2,595
    Jungle Estate Room 1,995 2,395 2,875
    Ocean Estate Suite 2,495 3,095 3,695

    *All prices shown in USD
    *Prices are shown for double occupancy, subtract $600 for one person, and add $750 for three
    *Panama sales tax not included (7% for hotel rooms and food), 10% service fee not included
    *Beverages and optional dining events available at an additional charge
    *Souvenirs and other incidentals are not included

    Private Island Jaunt: 4 days, 3 nights

    gold sunset on the beach of Isla Palenque Indulge in a long weekend far removed from the hustle and bustle of daily life on our pristine private island. Trade asphalt for a jungle trail, your alarm clock for a view of the sunrise, and your to-do list for an afternoon at sea. Spend your evenings dining leisurely on a star-lit patio, and indulge in uninterrupted conversation. Four days at Isla Palenque will have you returning to mainland feeling relaxed, inspired and invigorated.

    Exclusively offered Thursday – Sunday

      Includes:
    • Transport from Boca Chica
    • 3 island tours
    • 1 ocean tour (scuba or fishing tours may require additional charge)
    • Breakfast, lunch and dinner at either Las Rocas or Edén (beverages and snacks are not included)
    • Accommodations based on the room selected
    Private Island Jaunt
    Room Type Green Season
    (1 May - 23 Nov)
    High Season
    (24 Nov - 20 Dec;
    5 Jan - 30 Apr)
    Peak Season
    (21 Dec - 4 Jan)
    Ridge Tented Suite 1,395 1,695 1,995
    Promontory Tented Suite 1,495 1,795 2,155
    Garden Estate Room 1,395 1,695 1,995
    Jungle Estate Room 1,495 1,795 2,155
    Ocean Estate Suite 1,895 2,345 2,795

    *All prices shown in USD
    *Prices are shown for double occupancy, subtract $450 for one person, and add $550 for three
    *Panama sales tax not included (7% for hotel rooms and food), 10% service fee not included
    *Beverages and optional dining events available at an additional charge
    *Souvenirs and other incidentals are not included

    Desert Island Honeymoon

    happy couple in a poolFollow your heart to a wild and undiscovered place as special and unique as the one you love. On Isla Palenque, luxury and romance are immersed in a pristine, secluded wilderness. Celebrate your unique honeymoon or special romantic occasion on our private island where simply walking the trails finds you immersed in a stunning natural environment, just the two of you. Embark on unforgettable adventures together through our tours and excursions -- and to ensure a once-in-a-lifetime experience, we’ll take you to a completely uninhabited island that you will be able to relish all to yourselves for a day, along with a sumptuous meal prepared by your own private chef and of course, a champagne toast to falling in love with each other and the extraordinary wilds surrounding you.

    • 8 days, 7 nights
    • Transport from Enrique Malek airport in David, Panama
    • 4 island tours
    • 2 ocean or mainland tours (scuba or fishing tours may require additional charge)
    • A private island-hopping tour to a secluded island for a picnic lunch complete with champagne. Your private chef and chauffeur will drop you off at the beach of a completely uninhabited island, prepare your lunch, and leave you in privacy
    • Accommodations based on the room selected
    Desert Island Honeymoon
    Room Type Green Season
    (1 May - 23 Nov)
    High Season
    (24 Nov - 20 Dec;
    5 Jan - 30 Apr)
    Peak Season
    (21 Dec - 4 Jan)
    Ridge Tented Suite 3,295 3,995 4,695
    Promontory Tented Suite 3,595 4,295 5,135
    Garden Estate Room 3,295 3,995 4,695
    Jungle Estate Room 3,595 4,295 5,135
    Ocean Estate Suite 4,595 5,645 6,695

    *All prices shown in USD
    *Panama sales tax not included (7% for hotel rooms and food), 10% service fee not included
    *Beverages and optional dining events available at an additional charge
    *Souvenirs and other incidentals are not included

    Add-On Packages

    Panama City Transport Package

    Panama city airportWe’ve designed this package for those who plan to spend a night in Panama City on either end of their trip to Isla Palenque. This package includes all of the necessary transfer and transportation from your arrival in Panama City at Tocumen to Isla Palenque and back again.



    • Airport pickup at Tocumen International Airport, transfer to and from your Panama City hotel, transfer to and from Albrook Regional Airport in Panama City (Value: $100)
    • Round-trip flight Panama City, Panama to David, Panama (Value: $480 for two round-trip tickets including taxes and fees)

    $580.00 USD (priced for two people), for one person subtract $240, for an additional person up to 4 people, add $240 per person. For larger groups contact us.
    Use our knowledgeable guides to explore Panama City – pre-book tours of the Canal and historic neighborhoods when you purchase this package. $30/hour additional.

    *All prices shown in USD
    *Panama sales tax not included (7% for hotel rooms and food), 10% service fee not included
    *Beverages and optional dining are not included
    *Souvenirs and other incidentals are not included

    Group Travel & Special Events

    Isla Palenque is a stunning setting for special events. We are dedicated to arranging unique, personal events that allow the wild natural beauty of our private island to deepen the meaning of your celebration or gathering. Our 16-room boutique hotel can accommodate up to 34 guests at a time, and our entire luxury eco-resort can be reserved for your group’s private enjoyment. We’re happy to help you plan a unique wedding celebration, meaningful retreat, active reunion or other gathering. Learn more on the Special Occasions page of our website. Contact us to arrange your event.

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