Expert: Lorena Mlns - 1/26/2008

Question
QUESTION: WE are thinking of driving from Panama City to Bocas Del Torro and stopping along the way? Is this a difficult drive and how far would it be if we drove straight back to Panama city to return to the US? We have 10 days in Panama

ANSWER: Hi Anne,
Well, if you really want to make the most out of your trip take a small plane from Panama City Albrook Airport to Bocas.
The roads are bad, zero signalization and you would take at least half a day each way...
That is my honest recommendation.
Have a good trip.
Lorena


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QUESTION: i think i messed up. Anyway, thanks for the quick response .. i will take your advice ..can I fly directly to bocas or have to go to David first and then bus it.. Is Boquette a worthwhile  sidetrip....or am i trying to do too much .. What do you think? I only have ten days! Thanks again Lorena

Answer
Hi Anne,
Ten days is plenty of time. If I may recommend.. 2 to 3 days i Bocas, 2 days in San Blas (island Indian reserve),
2 days in Boquete, the rest in Panama City.
You can look at the San Felipe old quarters, the old city ruins, the Panama Canal!
Have a great trip!
Lorena