Chorro el Macho Waterfall Tours and Tickets
Chorro el Macho Waterfall

Bring a towel and a bathing suit to enjoy the swimming hole.
Wear sturdy shoes, as the trail surface is uneven.
Watch for wildlife—monkeys are a common sight here.
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Hiking to the Chorro el Macho Waterfall is one of the most accessible trails in the Anton Valley. This low-impact trail typically takes around 15 minutes each way at a relaxed pace; a round-trip hike can be about an hour if you stop to spend time at the falls.
One of the most convenient ways to visit the Chorro Macho nature preserve from Panama City is with a day-trip tour that includes round-trip transportation from the capital. Alternatively, there’s a direct shuttle from Panama City to Anton Valley, or you can take a series of cheaper public buses. There’s parking available on-site if you travel by car.
Chorro el Macho Waterfall is one of the Anton Valley’s most popular attractions. You can hike the Chorro El Macho Trail across hanging bridges to see the waterfall, or zipline through the canopy over the falls. You can also swim at the base of the waterfall.
Visitors to the Chorro el Macho Waterfall are allowed to swim in a natural pool near the fall’s base, but be aware you have to pay a separate fee to swim in this designated area. The pool can close if water levels change in the dry season.
Yes, you can hire a guide to take a tour to the Chorro el Macho Waterfall. There are a number of tours and guided hikes that depart from Panama City and Anton Valley, some of which include multiple activities.
Packing for a visit to the Chorro el Macho Waterfall, as well as any hike through Panama, should always include sunscreen, insect repellent, and clean drinking water. Bring a towel and swimsuit if you’re hoping to swim in the natural pool. For ziplining and hiking, wear breathable clothing and comfortable shoes.
























































































































