{"id":228950,"date":"2024-11-07T21:14:26","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T20:14:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/?p=224962"},"modified":"2024-12-26T19:13:36","modified_gmt":"2024-12-26T17:13:36","slug":"chiriqui-a-panamanian-nugget-in-the-top-10-of-the-worlds-best-regions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/chiriqui-a-panamanian-nugget-in-the-top-10-of-the-worlds-best-regions\/","title":{"rendered":"Chiriqu\u00ed: A Panamanian Nugget in the Top 10 of the World&#8217;s Best Regions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The province of Chiriqu\u00ed, in western Panama, was recently named by <strong>Lonely Planet<\/strong> as one of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lonelyplanet.com\/best-in-travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the ten best regions to visit in 2025<\/a>. This distinction highlights the natural wealth, cultural diversity and hidden treasures of this region. With its tranquil atmosphere and breathtaking scenery, Chiriqu\u00ed is increasingly establishing itself as a leading destination for travellers seeking adventure, relaxation and unspoilt nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A jewel box of nature and beauty<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Parque-Nacional-Baru.-Chiriqui-province-red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-224948\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiriqu\u00ed offers a breathtaking variety of landscapes, <em>from the Pacific coast to the peaks of the Talamanca Mountain<\/em> range, via the <em>Bar\u00fa<\/em> <em>volcano<\/em>, Panama&#8217;s highest peak. <strong>Dense tropical forests, rushing rivers and white sandy beaches<\/strong> make this region a dream destination for nature lovers. Among the must-see sites, <em>Boquete<\/em>, a town perched in the mountains, is renowned for its <strong>pleasant climate<\/strong>, coffee plantations and hiking trails. Every year, this destination attracts travellers who come to discover <strong>one of the best coffee-growing regions in the world<\/strong>, a crop that plays an essential role in the local economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>A destination for adventurers and nature lovers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Canopy-Boquete-Province-of-Chiriqui-3-red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-224942\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiriqu\u00ed is also <strong>a paradise for adventurers<\/strong>, with a varied range of outdoor leisure activities on offer. Hikers can climb the <em>Bar\u00fa<\/em> <em>volcano<\/em>, where on a clear day they can see the two oceans that border Panama. The region&#8217;s rivers, such as the Chiriqu\u00ed Viejo, are popular for rafting, while the beaches of <em>Boca<\/em> <em>Chica<\/em> and <em>Las<\/em> <em>Lajas<\/em> offer perfect spots for diving, snorkelling and water sports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wildlife lovers will also find plenty to enjoy in nature reserves such as <strong>La Amistad National Park<\/strong>, a UNESCO World Heritage site that is home to exceptional biodiversity. Visitors can spot rare birds, howler monkeys, jaguars and many other species, making this region a prime ecotourism destination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An Authentic Choice in Sustainable Tourism<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Parque-Nacional-Baru.-Chiriqui-province-12-red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-224950\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiriqu\u00ed&#8217;s inclusion in the prestigious Lonely Planet rankings highlights the region&#8217;s ability to <strong>attract a growing number of visitors looking for authentic<\/strong>, <strong>responsible destinations<\/strong>. Tourism development in <em>Chiriqu\u00ed<\/em> has often been aligned with values of sustainability and environmental preservation, aiming to minimise ecological impact and promote a tourism experience that values local resources and Panamanian culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chiriqu\u00ed communities play an active role in the tourism sector<\/strong>, getting involved in <strong>conservation<\/strong> <strong>projects<\/strong>, <strong>ecotourism<\/strong> <strong>initiatives<\/strong> and partnerships with local organisations. For travellers, this immersion in local culture means visits to family coffee plantations, excursions guided by local experts, and eco-friendly accommodation, offering a unique and enriching experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Our article: <a href=\"LATAM,%20Latin%20America,%20destination%202025,%20Chiriqu\u00ed,Panama,Lonely%20Planet%202025,best%20regions%20in%20the%20world,ecotourism,sustainable%20destination,Bar\u00fa%20volcano,Boquete,La%20Amistad%20National%20Park,adventure%20tourism,rafting,diving,trekking,biodiversity,local%20culture,community%20tourism,authentic%20destination,Panamanian%20wildlife,tropical%20forests,Central%20America,ecological%20travel,unspoilt%20nature,ethical%20travel,cultural%20discovery,responsible%20tourism,ecological%20conservation,natural%20heritage,unique%20experience,natural%20sites,exploration,escape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chiriqu\u00ed, A journey to the heart of Panamanian diversity<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Recognition on the international stage<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Boquete-Province-of-Chiriqui-red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-224940\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Chiriqu\u00ed&#8217;s inclusion in the Top 10 best regions to visit shows how destinations that <strong>focus on their authenticity, biodiversity and commitment to sustainable tourism<\/strong> can capture global interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This region, which is still little known to the general public, is an invitation to explore its varied landscapes and local cultures, offering travellers the chance to discover a facet of Panama that is still unspoilt. This recognition only adds to the region&#8217;s appeal and augurs a year 2025 marked by an influx of visitors eager to discover this Panamanian gem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chiriqu\u00ed is above all an authentic experience of Panamanian nature and culture. This recognition by Lonely Planet only confirms what discerning travellers already know: this region is full of unique and unexplored treasures! This distinction should offer a new and inspiring perspective for the future of tourism in Panama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>Photos: VisitPanama.com<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Chiriqui, Panama\u2019s CLOUD FORESTS and WILD HIKES\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FTz9uHHI0fA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Discover Chiriqu\u00ed, Panama, ranked among the 10 best regions in the world in 2025 by Lonely Planet for its landscapes, ecotourism and unique authenticity&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":229766,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16783,8183],"tags":[11666,7750,18602,8219,9154,7549,9156,13013,11888,8053,10648,8091,8091,18603,8992,15959,15959,7556,7558,11784,11816,11817,7563,12286,7889,11647,8396,9202,10168,10994],"class_list":{"0":"post-228950","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"hentry","7":"category-news","8":"category-latam-news-en","9":"tag-adventure-tourism","10":"tag-amerique-latine-3","11":"tag-biodiversite","12":"tag-biodiversity","13":"tag-boquete-2","14":"tag-central-america","15":"tag-chiriqui-2","16":"tag-community-tourism","17":"tag-cultural-discovery","18":"tag-destination-2025-2","19":"tag-diving","20":"tag-ecotourism","22":"tag-ecotourisme-en","23":"tag-escape","24":"tag-exploration-2-2","26":"tag-latam-2","27":"tag-latin-america","28":"tag-local-culture","29":"tag-natural-heritage","30":"tag-natural-sites","31":"tag-panama-2","32":"tag-rafting-2","33":"tag-responsible-tourism","34":"tag-sustainable-destination","35":"tag-trekking","36":"tag-tropical-forests","37":"tag-unique-experience","38":"tag-unspoilt-nature"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/228950","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=228950"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/228950\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":232893,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/228950\/revisions\/232893"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/229766"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=228950"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=228950"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/visit-latin-america.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=228950"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}