Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
established trail network, and is more accessible to independent hikers. However, the
Naso population has a more established presence in Wekso, so it's better to approach the
park from Bocas if you're interested in spending some time with this indigenous group.
Hiking
Sendero La Cascada
HIKING
(Waterfall Trail)
Starting at the Las Nubes ranger station, this 3.4km round-trip hike takes in
three
miradores
(lookouts) as well as a 45m-high waterfall with a lovely bathing pool.
Sendero El Retoño
HIKING
(Rebirth Trail)
From the Las Nubes ranger station this trail loops 2.1km through secondary
forest, crosses a number of rustic bridges and winds through bamboo groves.
Lost World Tours
ADVENTURE TOUR
( 6920-3036;
www.boquetetobocas.com
;
2/3 passengers US$450/350 per person)
The
Amistad Trek is run by the Lost & Found Lodge and led by a former Peace Corps volun-
teer. This strenuous three-day hike starts in Cerro Punta and traverses to Bocas del Toro
Province, with accommodations in indigenous villages.
Watching-Wildlife
Most of Parque Internacional La Amistad is inaccessible terrain high up in the Tala-
manca. It's worth making the trek, as the park is home to a recorded 90 mammal species
and all six cat species. There's more than 400 bird species including resplendent quetzals
and harpy eagles.
Sleeping & Eating
Las Nubes Ranger Station
HUT $
( ANAM 775-3163; dm US$15)
The basic ranger station at Las Nubes has a visitors' dorm-
itory with bunk beds. Due to its popularity among international school groups, reserva-
tions are advisable. Guests have kitchen access; stock up on provisions in Cerro Punta.
Bring your own bedding, and a mosquito net is a good idea.
To reserve, call ANAM in David or the Co-op Restaurant at the park entrance.
Co-op Restaurant
PANAMANIAN $
