5-Day Panama Motorcycle Tour | Valle de Antón, Santa Catalina & Las Tablas

Ruta Central & Pacífico

5 days · 4 nights · Valle de Antón, Santa Catalina, Cambutal, Las Tablas

The tour at a glance

The perfect first taste of Panama on two wheels. In five days you ride from Panama City into the volcanic highlands of Valle de Antón, down to the surf town of Santa Catalina, along the wild beaches of Cambutal and through the traditional villages of Azuero before returning to the capital. A private guide, the bike and the hotels are all taken care of.

Duration

5 days · 4 nights

Route

Panama City · Valle de Antón · Santa Catalina · Cambutal · Las Tablas · Panama City

Motorcycle

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

Start / End

Overland Motorcycles, Panama City (pick-up 8 AM)

From

$2,906

Tailored itinerary: contact us for a quote with your dates, group size and hotel category.

Photos along the route

Casco Viejo, Panama City · Photo: Dr. Thomas Liptak (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons

El Valle de Antón · Photo: Randy Navarro B. (CC BY-SA 4.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Santa Catalina coast · Photo: dronepicr (CC BY 2.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Cambutal beach · Photo: Ayaita (CC BY-SA 3.0) via Wikimedia Commons

Highlights

Valle de Antón and its mountain roads
Santa Catalina, Pacific surf town
Cambutal: pristine beaches and sea turtles
Authentic Azuero towns around Las Tablas

Day-by-day itinerary

Day
1
Panama City → Valle de Antón
Meet us at Overland Motorcycles at 8 AM for the motorcycle and helmet handover and the route briefing. Ride to Valle de Antón (131 km), a green crater valley surrounded by mountains. Overnight in Valle de Antón.
Day
2
Valle de Antón → Santa Catalina
Head to the Pacific coast and the surf town of Santa Catalina on a coastal route heading south. Overnight in Santa Catalina.
Day
3
Santa Catalina → Cambutal
Continue south along the coast to Cambutal: pristine beaches, sea turtles and untouched nature. Overnight in Cambutal.
Day
4
Cambutal → Las Tablas
A coastal ride of about 84 km to Las Tablas. Experience the authentic spirit of Panama through colourful towns, rolling countryside and traditional landscapes. Overnight in Las Tablas.
Day
5
Las Tablas → Panama City
Return via the Inter-American Highway (about 281 km). Hand over the motorcycles at Overland Motorcycles, then transfer to your hotel or the airport.

The route on the map

Click each pin to see what awaits you at every stop.

Route follows the roads and is indicative. The dashed blue line is the boat transfer.

What is included

Private guide with you throughout the journey
Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and helmet
Fuel throughout the journey
4 nights’ accommodation (hotel category to be confirmed)
Full board throughout the trip
Private, tailored itinerary
Assistance throughout the entire journey

Not included

International flights
Travel insurance
Personal expenses

Optional extras

Airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel
Welcome dinner with your guide at a local restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Is the 5-day tour a good first motorcycle tour in Panama?

Yes. It combines mountains, Pacific coast and traditional villages at a steady pace, with a private guide handling the route and logistics.

How many nights are included in the 5-day tour?

Four nights: Valle de Antón, Santa Catalina, Cambutal and Las Tablas.

Does the tour start and end in Panama City?

Yes. The pick-up is at Overland Motorcycles in Panama City at 8 AM on day 1 and you return the bikes there on day 5, with a transfer to your hotel or the airport.