Ziplining in Anton Valley: 6 lines above El Macho Waterfall

Six ziplines strung above a waterfall, with a 1200-meter climb and a swim in the pool below

Ziplining in Anton Valley is a canopy activity above Chorro el Macho Waterfall in an old crater on Panama's east side, where you climb 1200 meters and descend across 6 zipline stations. You'll spot birds and other wildlife from the lines, then swim in the natural pool fed by the waterfall. The site stays cool year-round and runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline and waterfall adventure

• Climb 1200 meters hill El Macho
• Zipline over 6 canopy stations
• Observe local birds and animals
• Swim in natural pool by waterfall

The experience

The waterfall El Macho sits at the bottom of an old crater in Anton Valley, and the zipline course runs directly above it. You start by climbing the 1200-meter hill, then descend across 6 canopy stations that let you move through the air over the water. The lines are spaced to give you views of the surrounding landscape and the chance to spot birds and other animals that live in the area. An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up and brings you to the site, and a guide in English, Spanish or French walks you through the setup and safety before you clip in.

After you finish the zipline stations, you drop down to the natural pool at the base of the waterfall and swim in water fed directly from Chorro el Macho. The whole experience takes about 8 hours from pickup. Bottled water and all landing and facility fees are included, so there's no hidden cost once you arrive. The activity runs year-round because the crater keeps the temperature cool even when the rest of Panama is hot.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• landing and facility fees.
• air-conditioned vehicle pickup and return.
• live guide in English, Spanish or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30

Book up to16h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Physically demandingNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by LIVE FOLKS

Is this one for you?Groups of 4 or more work best here, since that's the minimum to run the activity. The 8-hour commitment and the 1200-meter climb suit travelers who are comfortable with sustained physical effort and want a full-day immersion in the crater landscape rather than a quick stop.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Chorro el Macho Waterfall like when you reach it?

Chorro el Macho is a waterfall in the crater that feeds a natural pool where you swim after ziplining. The water comes directly from the falls, and the pool sits at the base of the 1200-meter hill you climb to start the activity.

How many zipline stations do you actually descend across?

You descend across 6 canopy stations, each one positioned above the waterfall so you're moving through the air over the water the whole time.

What animals might you see from the ziplines?

Different species of birds live in the area around the crater, and you have the chance to spot other animals as well from the canopy stations as you descend.

Is pickup from Panama City included, or do I meet you at the site?

Pickup is included in the activity. An air-conditioned vehicle collects you and brings you to Anton Valley, then returns you after the 8-hour experience.

What's the minimum group size for this ziplining activity?

The activity runs with a minimum of 4 participants, so you'll be part of a small group on the lines.