Panama
area: 1,953,162 sq km
population: 3,039,150
language: Spanish & English
time zone: GMT -5hr
currency: Panamanian Balboa & US Dollar
visa: A machine readable passport with at least 6 months before expiry is required. No visa required for UK citizens needed.
Note: As of January 12, 2009, all passengers travelling to or through the USA who intend to take advantage of the Visa Waiver Program will be required to complete the ESTA I-94W form (currently paper-based and filled on arrival) online before departure to the United States, but preferably at least 72 hours (3 days) in advance. The new requirement is intended to bolster U.S. security by pre-screening participating USA Visa Waiver program passengers against terrorist and/or no-fly lists and databases. The electronic authorization, which will be valid for a two-year period, mirrors Australia's Electronic Authority system. The authorization will be mandatory for participating USA Visa Waiver Program citizens before boarding flights destined to the United States, but will not guarantee admission into the United States (since final admission eligibility is determined at U.S. ports of entry by CBP officers), and therefore, not meeting the criteria of a formal visa.
medical requirements: No vaccinations currently required.
season to travel: All year
what to expect: Great inshore and offshore fishing that has yet to be equalled anywhere in the world.
please note: All details are correct at time of going to press however please check details for changes before you travel.
clothing: Lightweight, long sleeved shirts and trousers, waterproof top to keep off spray when travelling in boat, hat, polarised glasses, sunscreen and lip salve.
flight details: Prices are based on British Airways from London Heathrow to Miami, American Airlines from Miami to Panama City and then an internal flight from Panama City to David. The prices shown under each tour are the lowest available and will vary according to time of year and weekends.
Please call for additional flight details and alternative options.
climate:
Average daily maximum temperature (C)
Average daily hours of sun & and average daily rainfall
| Temp |
31 |
32 |
32 |
31 |
30 |
31 |
31 |
30 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
31 |
| Sun |
10 |
9 |
8 |
7 |
5 |
4 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
5 |
7 |
| Rain |
4 |
2 |
1 |
6 |
15 |
16 |
15 |
15 |
16 |
18 |
18 |
12 |
