Panama Trip
National Butterfly Center presents
The National Butterfly Center is pleased to announce our first guided Panama Butterfly Expedition, December 6-13, 2025, with in-country host, Holbrook Travel. Together, we've planned an unparalleled excursion, guaranteed to delight!
The diversity of butterflies in Panama is incredibly high with an estimated 1,800 species! On this 8-day adventure, accompanied by a Panamanian lepidopterist guide, you will seek out a variety of these fascinating, eye-catching creatures. From the secondary lowland forests of Gamboa and the dry forests of Metropolitan Natural Park to the butterfly haven that is Las Minas Road, you will visit multiple prime butterfly habitats. Along the way, learn about the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Butterfly Project which works with neotropical species in Gamboa, visit gorgeous protected areas, and embark on a night safari in search of nocturnal wildlife.
Highlights:
- Learn about the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) Butterfly Project which works with neotropical species in Gamboa.
- Enjoy a UV light activity at Gamboa Rainforest Resort.
- Have lunch in the traditional town of Sora in the mountains of the west side of Panama Province.
- Check under broad leaves for the stunning Pixie in the vegetation at Valle Chiquito.
- Take a field trip to Cerro Gaital, the namesake of the Cerro Gaital Natural Monument, which protects more than 828 acres of mature cloud forest in the foothills of central Panama.
- Explore the capital, Panama City, and its cobblestoned historic center.
Planned Itinerary (subject to change):
- Dec 6: Arrive in Panama City and Welcome Dinner
- Dec 7: STRI Butterfly Project in Gamboa
- Dec 8: Metropolitan Natural Park, Soberania National Park, plus a Night Safari
- Dec 9: Field trip to Sora on the way to the Anton Valley
- Dec 10: Las Minas Road, Valle Chiquito
- Dec 11: Cerro Gaital Natural Monument
- Dec 12: Pacific Lowlands to Panama City
- Dec 13: Depart Panama City
Price: $3,295/person (based upon Double Occupancy; Single Room Supplement $550/person)
What's included
- Activities and meals as mentioned in itinerary
- Full time guide for the duration of your program
- Private transportation and driver for the duration of the program
- Arrival and departure transfers based on individual flight schedules
- Non alcoholic beverage with meals
- Bottled water or water refill station during transfers
What's not included
- International airfare, Tips, Travel Insurance
For comprehensive trip details, click the orange 'JOIN THIS TRIP' button to read all about it on the Holbrook Travel website, and feel free to contact Holbrook directly with your questions:
Lisa Palmese-Graubard
Senior Specialty Travel Consultant
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800-451-7111