Top Panama Classes & Workshops - page 2

Travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during this full-day tour of the Panama Canal. With your local guide, explore the canal by sea and on foot, viewing the ships passing through the locks and the variety of plant and animal life on the canal's shores. Explore Gatun Lake, home to howlers, capuchins, tamarins, and many more animals. Stop at the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center to get an overview of the canal's history through informative displays and exhibits. Explore San Lorenzo National Park and Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a picnic lunch. All activities, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels are included.

This surf class in Playa Venao stands out for several reasons: Expert Instruction: Our classes are led by experienced instructors who provide personalized guidance, ensuring that each participant receives focused attention and improves their skills rapidly. Top-Quality Equipment: We use soft top boards, known for their stability and safety, ideal for beginners and intermediate surfers alike. This allows for a more comfortable and enjoyable learning experience. Perfect Location: Playa Venao offers the perfect environment to learn how to surf, waves not that strong, sand bottom and a lot of free space Perfect for toddlers and adults! Small Group Size: We keep our class sizes small to maintain a high-quality learning environment, allowing for more individualized attention and feedback from our instructors.

You will learn the history of the Boquete Public Market and with the guidance of our host you will discover seasonal fruits and vegetables, grown in the region with environmentally friendly methods. They will also taste the best coffees harvested by small local producers, who with their care have achieved excellent quality.

Step into the vibrant world of salsa dancing right in the heart of Panama City. This immersive experience is perfect for anyone, whether you're a single traveler or part of a couple, as the friendly instructors guide you through the basics in real time on the dance floor & have you dancing like a pro in just one night. With over 40 years of combined experience, the team ensures that you receive personalized attention while we all dance the night away. Together we’ll hit the town and dance at some of Panama's hottest local clubs, where you can showcase your skills and connect with the lively Latin dance community. Get ready to feel the rhythm.

This isn’t just a salsa class—it’s a full-on immersion into the heart and soul of Latin America! You'll learn to move to the rhythm of salsa, connect with local dancers, and star in your very own Salsa Video filmed on a rooftop with jaw-dropping views of historic Casco Viejo. ✨ No Experience? No Partner? No Problem! Our professional dance team will guide you every step of the way, making sure you feel confident, celebrated, and—most importantly—have a blast. Whether you're a solo traveler, couple, or group, you’ll be welcomed like family into our vibrant community of dancers. Every experience is customized to your comfort and style—no cookie-cutter routines here! This is more than a dance class—it's a joyful celebration of culture, connection, and expression. One session, and you just might find yourself hooked. Don't just visit Panamá… live it. Move to the rhythm, feel the magic, and take home memories that dance.

Forget the fruits you know. In Panama, the markets hide flavors so rare that even seasoned travelers have never seen them. Guided by a local host, you’ll walk through colorful stalls where each tasting comes with a story, learning why certain fruits are used for energy, others for comfort, and how local communities have relied on them for centuries. What begins as a tasting quickly becomes a window into Panama’s biodiversity and cultural roots. This experience feels less like a tour and more like discovering the country through the people who live it. Every stop brings a new surprise, and every fruit becomes a memory you’ll want to share. Groups are intentionally small and many fruits depend on the season, meaning no two tours are ever the same. And by the end, you’ll carry with you the genuine memory of having lived Panama the way locals do - walking their markets, tasting what they eat, and connecting with traditions most visitors never get to see.

Take a partial transit cruise on the Panama Canal and journey through the Miraflores Locks. Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering as your ship is raised up to 54 feet (16 meters), enabling Pedro Miguel's lake to fill the chambers where the vessel is locked. On this half-day trip, enjoy Panama City sights and travel along Amador Causeway during the drive from your hotel.

Cruise the entirety of the Panamá Canal, from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, during this full-day tour in Panamá City. Board a small vessel to travel through all three sets of locks that make up the canal. Voyage on Gatun Lake and the Chagres River. Learn about the history and construction of the canal from your guide while you travel. Disembark in Colón and board a shuttle for the return trip to Panamá City. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages are provided on board. Please Note: The exact check-in time will be confirmed the day before your tour via email. Please make sure you check your inbox.

Learn Spanish where it’s lived, felt, and enjoyed! At Spanish Academy, you don’t just take Spanish classes... you live the language! ️✨ Located in the heart of Panama, we offer a one-of-a-kind experience: ✅ Personalized lessons with certified native teachers ✅ Cultural activities and outings to practice in real-life situations ✅ A warm, fun, and 100% immersive environment Whether you're traveling for tourism, business, or living in Panama, our practical approach will help you communicate with confidence from day one. It’s not just a class—it’s an experience that will transform your trip. Book now and become part of our international student community!

Discover the rich tradition of Panamanian jewelry by creating a set of fish scale earrings and necklace in a unique workshop experience. Learn about the history of the sweatshirt and how Panamanian women have transformed natural elements into works of art. Under the guidance of expert craftsmen, you will enjoy the process of making and design, using techniques that have endured over time to bring elegant and meaningful pieces to life. In the end, you will take home not only your creations, but also a piece of Panamanian cultural heritage.

"Panama: The Engineering of Destiny" A technical and historical tour of the world axis. Many visit the Channel to watch boats pass by. We come to understand how the world moved. This is not a scenic excursion; it is an immersion in the logistics, resilience and vision that allowed this isthmus to change the global geography. This is not a sightseeing tour; it is a private dive into the backbone of America. Reserved for those who demand exclusivity, our experience connects the colonial legacy of the Old Town with the engineering that defied fate.

Discover the rich culinary heritage of the Emberá people in a unique cooking class nestled within Chagres National Park. In the enchanting riverside village of Emberá Drua, learn to prepare traditional meals using fresh, local ingredients and time-honored techniques. This hands-on experience not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fosters a deep connection with one of Panama's most vibrant indigenous cultures, allowing you to savor the flavors of their history and traditions. NOTE: THIS IS NOT ONE OF THOSE EMBERA TOURS WHERE PEOPLE DRESS UP IN COSTUMES AND DANCE FOR TOURISTS. WE WILL BE VISITING THE OLDEST COMMUNITY IN CHAGRES NATIONAL PARK.

Master the art of handmade Ravioli in the heart of Panama City! Join an expert Italian chef to learn the authentic techniques for crafting perfect Ravioli from scratch. A unique, hands-on culinary journey from Southern Italy to the tropics. Perfect for foodies and families!

This is a great introduction to the Panamanian culture and you will never see or experience with other guides. We will see Panama through local eyes, most guides will not take you there only Victor who has strong connection with the community of Chorrillo and Santa Ana.

Relax and Renew Your Energy with an Unforgettable Gong Bath This unique sound ritual combines deep vibrations and surround sounds to induce deep relaxation, reduce stress and connect with your inner self. This includes: • Session guided by a certified professional. • Relaxing atmosphere with dim lighting and natural aromas. • All necessary equipment: mats, blankets and cushions for your comfort. Benefits: • Deeply relaxes the body and mind. • Reduces stress and improves sleep. • Balance your energy and enhance your well-being. Book now and treat yourself to a moment of serenity! Ideal for small groups, couples or as an individual experience. Duration: [1.5 hours]. Location: Via al estero, Kenny Street, Yoga Studio of Hotel Santa Catalina. Make this Gong Bath a gift for your soul. We'll wait for you!

You will visit,, a lovely family owned coffee farm that grows coffee within the Panama Canal area. It’s one of the closest to Panama City. Yes! … delicious Robusta Artisanal coffee. And on top of that you get an exfoliation or massage on a Private River… yes, a Private River! No more to say… it is simply fantastic!

What to Expect: 1.- Welcome & Introduction 2.- Hands-On with Green Coffee: Hull & Classify 3.- Unlock Quality: Measure Moisture Content 4.- Roast Your Own Coffee 5.-Brew Like a Pro: Aeropress & V60

Premium small-group format for a more personal experience Learn directly from experts about production and flavor profiles Taste multiple rum & liqueur expressions Perfect for couples, friends, and special occasions

A big difference compared to other lessons is that we take videos in the water. This allows us to analyze your surf session afterwards and offer suggestions for improvement. This way, you get great videos for your personal use, as well as a video analysis. My goal is more than just to teach you how to stand up on the board; I want to convey to you the true essence and joy of surfing. Don't miss the opportunity to immerse yourself in the exciting world of surfing with someone who loves teaching as much as he loves surfing. Book now and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

There is no other activity alike in Panama. The Panama Drumming Experience is an immersive, sensory journey that connects participants with the ancestral energy of Panamanian drums. Through rhythm, storytelling, and active participation, you’ll experience a unique cultural encounter where the drum reveals the secrets of our heritage. Feel Panama in every beat.

If you want to see a side of Panama City that’s not normally visited by tourists and be immersed with locals, you must spend a day with Victor Perez, the founder of LOCAL IN PTY. He’s taking visitors to the neighborhood of El Chorrillo, just a few blocks from the trendy Casco Viejo historic district, but contrasting in every way. People normally perceive El Chorrillo as being run down with social problems, crimes, violence, and former gangs. You’ll find beautifully renovated colonial buildings, stylish restaurants, fancy bars, and boutique hotels. Nowadays, it is a safe area to walk around and very popular for tourists and locals. Learn how the rapid gentrification of Casco Viejo has left the surrounding areas and its people to be forgotten. When the government and private investors started seeing the potential of this area, they started removing the poor people from this area to El Chorrillo. When YOU support local businesses, YOU Ssupport a DREAM! The Man With The Panama Plan.

Awaken your senses with a guided tasting to discover the enormous diversity of Panamanian coffee. Sample exclusive coffees from the best regions, such as the famous Geisha, prepared with different artisan methods. While you enjoy its aromas and notes, you will know the stories behind each bean. We look forward to seeing you Monday through Saturday at The Cafelier!