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Family Adventures - Panama & Nicaragua
- Vapues Travel
- Dec 30, 2021
- Family Adventures, Adventures, Adventurous families
With quiet beaches, warm seas, giant volcanoes and wildlife at every turn, Panama and Nicaragua have all the ingredients for a unique family vacation. Add to that the short travel distances and wide range of adventure activities on offer, and you'll find these destinations ticking a lot of boxes for family travel.
At Vapues Travel, we offer a hugely varied selection of activities across Nicaragua and Panama, from sea-kayaking in the Caribbean to rainforest canopy tours and adventures in remote canyons. Whatever your age range and interests, we'll help you find those experiences which make a family vacation truly memorable.
Take a look at some of our favourite family-friendly tours and experiences.
Boquete Canopy Tour
See a different perspective on the stunning landscapes around Boquete, as you take to the sky for a canopy tour through the treetops.
Canal Rainforest Cruise
See the wilder side of the Panama Canal on this unique boat tour. In the morning, you'll be transferred from Panama City to Gamboa, just 45 minutes away, ready to start your adventure at the exact point where Chagres River meets the Panama Canal.
Indio Maiz Reserve
The vast Indio-Maíz Biosphere is home to many of Nicaragua's most famous species, including deer, wild boars, pumas, sloths, jaguars, manatees, howler monkeys, white-faced monkeys, spider monkeys, poison dart frogs, snakes, crocodiles, turtles, and iguanas.
Somoto Canyon Adventure
After a journey through the highlands and meeting your experienced local guide, the adventure begins at the entrance of the canyon, where the stunning Coco River rushes through the narrow gorge. You'll begin by rappelling down the sheer rock walls, before starting your hike along the river which leads into the rugged Somoto Canyon.
Azul Paradise
In a secluded part of Isla Bastimentos with a picture-perfect white sand beach, this small 'off-the-grid' resort provides and wonderful hideaway for your time in Bocas del Toro.
El Espino
Isleta El Espino is a private island ecolodge located in Lake Nicaragua, just a short journey from the colonial city of Granada. Easy-going and tastefully designed, this boutique lodge features five guest rooms, a swimming pool, yoga platform, kayaks, spa services and bar.
Talk to our team for help and advice on planning the perfect vacation for adventurous families.