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15Years
of
Adventures!
Panama
Water Trails
Sea Kayak
2010-2011
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4Welcome
Additional Information
Rainforest Canyons
Panama Canal Water Trails
Sichirtupo Biodiversity
Expedition Paddling with the Kuna
River of Gold
Sunset Sea Kayak
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2010 - 2011
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Welcome!After 15+ years paddling t
stunning ecosystems an
historic coastlines of Pana
by sea kayak, there is st
much more yet to explor
We continue to expand t
Water Trails of the Panam
Canal, because its the be
way to experience the w
National Parks and Worl
Heritage.
Paddling Panama mean
remote coasts, indigenou
cultures, sand channels
mangroves and walls o
forest; not to mention th
tapir, manati, nor turtles;
featured in Frommers, th
NY Times, the Sydney He
and National Geographi
Adventure. You can check
the trail maps on our webs
In any case, weve pionee
1 day to 6 night Adventur
that represent the best wa
trails on the isthmus.
Our guides and I look forw
to paddling with you an
sharing Panamas rich herit
Sincerely,
Scott A. Muller
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Paddling the River of GoldThe Chagres River and Fort San Lorenzo
The Chagres River is unquestionably one of the Great Rivers of the World. This section
river has seen more gold than all the rivers in the world combined and paddling along
contains many memories of ardent battles for Pre-Colombian, Incan and Spanish treasur
At the edge of a high cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea at the mouth of the legendary riv
Fort San Lorenzo bears witness to 400 years of history in the hands of Spanish kings, Brit
admirals and famous intrepid buccaneers like Francis Drake and Henry Morgan.
Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Fort San Lorenzao and the River of Gold ma
an exhilarating historical, natural and recreational adventure.
Dates: all Year
Length: Full day
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Sunset Sea Kayak
Explore the Entrance of the Panama Canal*
mpressive and thrilling, the Panama Canal entrance is the door to one of the most hig
raveled waterways in the world. The striking engineering of the Canal is able to handle m
han 12,000 ships per year.
Along the coastal forest shore, common bird species include soaring magnicent friga
gliding brown pelicans, darting ocks of parrots, ibis and various other wading migrat
shore birds.
Paddling along side the Canal from stable, efcient sea kayaks accompanied by professio
guides, the adventure provides an atypical perspective of Panamas natural and cultu
heritage.
Dates: all Year
Length: 1/2 or Full day
*Itinerary location is dependent on weather
group ability and may be switched.
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Lago Alajuela and the Chagres National Park
Sea Kayaking Rainforest Canyons
The Chagres National Park is one of the most valuable primary forest treasures in the Repub
of Panama, as Lago Alajuelas sparkling waters are a major part of the hydrologic basin
the Panama Canal. The pristine riparian environments of this watershed host a luxuriovariety of tropical wildlife including species such as jaguars, howler monkeys, anteaters a
the majestic harpy eagle. Myriads of picturesque bird species are exposed along the par
rainforest fjords. Silent paddling provides a remarkable experience for passionate and r
time bird watchers alike.
ates: July - December only *
his trip is weather dependent. High water
vel is necessary to paddle in Alajuela.
ength: Full day
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Lago Gatun and the Soberania National Park
Panama Canal Water Trails
The construction of Gatun Dam in the Chagres Valley in the early 1900s has provided wate
or thousands of ships to transit across the Isthmus of Panama. Today these waters
he massive 470km2 Gatun Lake, that in years past, was the largest manmade lake in t
world. Paddling Lake Gatun along its pristine bright green banks, between
numerous islands, over the extensive underwater vegetation and through the still stand
ips of submerged trees is a real neo-tropical safari. Thousands of refugee wildlife spec
ve in this spectacular environment.
Soberania National Park touches Gatuns borders. This park is one of the most accessiropical forests in the country. Paddling along the Soberania National Park, the prim
ainforest edges provide some of the best wildlife viewing in the world. This can inclu
manatees, sloths, kinkajous, coatimundis, capybaras, caimans, crocodiles, white fac
capuchins, Geoffroys tamarins, spider monkey, night monkeys and howler monkeys are
common in the area. Legendary beautiful species like jaguars and harpy eagles also c
his home.
Length: One to Three Days
Dates: all Year
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In close collaboration with Kuna authorities and under organized communitymanaged sustainable tourism frameworks, well paddle sea kayaks to explore
the islands West of the traditional community of Digir. It was here where severa
important actions of the Kuna Revolution took place in 1925, resulting in law 16 of
1954 by the Republic of Panama that guarantees the Kuna their sovereignty and
territorial boundaries.
A detailed study in 2003 by the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and the
Kuna NGO, PEMASKY; showed that Kuna Yala has the highest diversity of coral
species as well as the best reef development in all of Panama. We will become
intimately familiar with them as our Kuna guides paddle with us between several
different small white sand islands, where the greatest snorkeling is right outside
your tent.
The cultural interaction on this journey is unprecedented. The itinerary will remain
fexible, to take into account weather conditions, currents and tides, and usually a
non-paddling day for exploratory hikes - bring good walking shoes for knee deep
forest creek trekking!
Length: Six Days, Six Nights
Dates: Jan - May (very windy, little rain, small swe
June -Sept (calmer seas, some rain)
Oct - Dec (...the green season!)
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Expedition Paddling with the Kuna
The Natural and Cultural Heritage of Kuna Yala
perating this classic for 15 years!
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Community Protected Area Kuna Yala
The remote small island of Sichirdupo is an idyllic tropical white sand island where Ku
are working to conserve a rich marine area. Fantastic snorkeling (some of the richest a
most diverse in the Caribbean), sea kayaking and a rich island environment are some of t
highlights of this adventure.
Rich rainforest thrives from the coast to the continental divide. With sovereignty, Kuna Ya
Land of the Kuna) is the largest expanse of primary forest in Central America, and the rive
un clear and pure. Panama is famous for its biological diversity, with species diversity ov
distance greater than in the Amazon!
Dates: all Year
Length: Three Days
Your days consist of a wide variety of activities. Se
kayaks allow access to some of the more remote an
less traveled spaces in the archipelago. Paddlinto an uninhabited section of the mainland, we enjo
a memorable walk up along the pristine banks of th
Rio Mangles. Creek-bed hiking through the pristin
rainforest provides us with fantastic opportunities fo
wildlife viewing.
Biodiversity & Adventure Sichirtupo
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Our Groups
No more than 12 paddlers. This includes couples, small families and solo paddlers
well. Panama is an incredible place to paddle for the experienced, and is a special plac
for the novice to learn. Do you know anyone who does not enjoy 80 F blue water, colorf
sh and white sand? Were happy to help you wisely select your appropriate level
adventure. Participants need to be in good physical condition, exible, curious and w
an experienced sense of humor. Adventure travel in the tropics is usually exactly that.
More Information!
Our Equipment
We use ne designs in outdoor equipment; tried and tested in the tropics. This
includes sturdy 3 person Mountain Hardware tents for each 2 person team
and a selection of the most seaworthy K1 and K2 sea kayaks from Current
Designs, Aquaterra and Necky. (no sit on tops.) Our safety equipment is topof the line, and the food is fresh, healthy and delicious.
Custom Trips
Not a kayaker? No problem. We organize custom adventures all ye
including lodge based treks, bird watching and multi-day mounta
bike rides. We can also arrange strictly culture focused experiences
photograph safaris. As the pioneers of community travel, we have seve
options to help arrange your stay with the village or indigenous lodge.
Next?
Contact our enthusiastic front ofce to help you decide which adventure you will enjo
the most. Guides will answer all your technical questions. This is the best way for you
get the most out of your unique Panama experience.
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The Guides
Passionate conservationists, many of them indigenous who
are leaders in their culture...or recovering lobster divers.
Nevertheless, rst aid trained and ACA or BCU certied.
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Our Creed
Our company consists of passionate conservationists, many of them indigenous who
are leaders in their culture. We believe that Sustainable Tourism can provide the vehicle
that enables local communities and indigneous peoples to conserve their rich natural and
cultural heritage. The recent inux of companies imitating our trips is but one indicator
of our success!
Because of our focus on providing a sustainable use tool, in the control of the indigenous
and local communities we work with; we are the only visitors allowed in several areas.
We are proud to be active in several conservation and development programs, including
founding members of the Panama Association of Sustainable Tourism (www.aptso.org).
Come share what 15+ years of love of Sea Kayaking, Adventure and Community Travel
have created.
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Expediciones Tropicales, S
Aptdo. 0843-003
Rep. de Panam
tel +507 317-12
fax +507 317-05
info@xtrop co