Sunset from the treetops at the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center

Sunset is the right time at Panama Rainforest Discovery Center to see the change of the guard of the forest: the hummingbirds are replaced by nectar-drinking bats, pacas eat where coatis ate, while the clouds dissipate and give space for the faint starlight.

It is in this period of transformation that many of the most interesting living forms of our forests can be seen.

Tune your ears to intercept the communication of thousands of creatures that make the night their stage and play their interesting songs to attract mates and sometimes their enemies!

For a grand ending for this evening visit to Panama Rainforest Discovery Center will enjoy this eruption of life and emotions with a fine selection of wines and imported cheeses!

Duration: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm (6:00 pm to 9 pm from May to July)

Includes: bilingual guide, 1 glass wine of the house wine for each participant, donation to Fundacion Avifauna Eugene Eisenmann.

Not included: tips, drinks or food outside the specified

Dates: every Friday from December 15 to May 15. Private departures for groups of more than 4 people, by reservation.

Recommendations: This is an activity with many possibilities of macro photography with nocturnal insects. Flashlight and insect repellent are highly recommended. Donation per person $ 50. With transportation $ 75

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On time for sunrise!

New direct shuttle service from Panama City to Panama Rainforest Discovery Center each day! Explore the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center for 3 hours with transportion included.

PRDC to Panama to 6:00 a.m.

Panama to PRDC to 11:00 a.m.

Donation per person: $ 60 round trip

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Learn a new hobby

Study and practice birdwatching

Birdwatching is one of the outdoor activities with fastest growth worldwide!

The rapid growth of the middle class in Panama, the large number of international corporations established and comming into Panama and the wider diffusion and availability of information related to birds is promoting the interest of more and more people in this rewarding and inspiring activity.

These classes will teach you how to use binoculars and telescopes, how to find a bird in the bird guide, how to prepare a list of birds, how to attract birds to your garden and where are the best places for birdwatching in Panama!

Bird watching can be practiced by children, the elderly, people with physical disabilities, co-workers, students or alone!

This one day class open up the windows to a new view to our open spaces, forests, our garden, and all space inhabited by birds.

Duration: 1 and ½ Day (Saturday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Sunday 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.)

Includes: use of binoculars, telescope and guide to the birds of Panama, professional and certified instructor, teaching materials, digital copy of the list of birds seen during lessons, refreshments and snacks.

Not included: transportation to and from the PRDC, tips, drinks or food outside the specified

Dates: Second and last weekend of every month

Recommendations: This is an activity with many possibilities for bird photography in dark environments. Insect repellent and sunscreen are highly recommended. Donation per person: $ 75.00 per person. $ 225.00 per person with books and binoculars

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The Last Frontier: Tour “Free Parrots” in Azuero

The Azuero Peninsula has an abundance of parrots that are threatened by the horrible habit of stealing parrot chicks to keep them as pets!

This tour will take us to one of the least known corners of Panama to learn about the work of FAEE and its programs to study the populations of the giant Great Green Macaw and the graceful endemic Azuero Parakeet.

These two birds are in danger due to the harvesting of young macaw or destruction of the forests where they live. Today, thanks to FAEE and the donors who visit us, these birds are symbolising a new project which aims to restore natural areas of this authentic and original piece Panama.

During the visit we will live with local people whose stories of perseverance and dedication lectures us about the future of the planet.

Will visit the school at Flores, a town with only 1 street but with hundreds of beautiful smiles and stories about parrots and macaws. During the visit, students will demonstrate what they had learned from FAEE and their ability to dance and sing!

All of our visit is planned to benefit communities living around these birds threatened by the danger of disappearing forever.

Duration: 3 days (starting Friday at 4 pm, returning to Panama City at 6 pm)

Includes: ground transportation, 2 nights lodging at the Bed and Breakfast Palmilla Heliconia Malena, 2 dinners, 2 glasses of house wine, 2 lunches, 2 breakfasts as specified in the itinerary, entrance to the farm program participants Parrots Monitoring, Donation to FAEE.

Not included: alcohol or other beverages not specified in itinerary, tips to local guides, waiters or similar phone calls.

Dates: Departures on Friday at 4:00 pm, return Sunday at 7:00 pm. Special trips are organized for groups of more than 4 people by reservation.

Recommendations: Go prepared for sudden showers and bathing suits because they present some opportunities. Prepare all your luggage for wet conditions. Insect repellent, sunscreen and a hat are highly recommended.

Donation per person: $ 495.00 per person