Ziplining in Panama: Sloth Sanctuary and Wildlife

Fly through the canopy, then walk among sloths on the ground.

Ziplining in Panama combines the rush of flying over rainforest with visits to the Sloth Sanctuary, Ranario and Butterfly Garden, guided and with hotel pickup included. The activity runs 4 to 5 hours. Children from age 1 are welcome. The experience is private, and a guide speaks English or Spanish. Entrance fees to the sanctuaries are not included in the price.

Step-by-step itinerary

Zipline and wildlife sanctuary visit

• Experience thrilling zipline over forest
• Visit Sloth Sanctuary and learn
• Explore Ranario frog species
• See Butterfly Garden up close
• Admire Orchid exhibits

The experience

You start with the zipline itself: a series of lines strung across the tropical forest canopy where you operate the equipment and slide between platforms, suspended above the greenery below. The rush comes from the speed and the height. The view comes from being up there long enough to actually see the forest stretch out around you. After you're back on solid ground, the guide takes you to the Sloth Sanctuary, where the animals move at their own pace through their habitat and you get close enough to watch their behavior and hear about how the sanctuary protects them.

The day also includes the Ranario, where you see the frog species that live in this part of Panama, and the Butterfly Garden, where the insects are on display at close range. The Orchid exhibits round out the stops. An air-conditioned vehicle picks you up from your hotel and brings you back when the day ends, and bottled water is provided throughout. The whole outing takes between 4 and 5 hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Zipline activity.
• bottled water.
• air-conditioned vehicle with hotel pickup and drop-off.
• live guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (11 and older) · Child (1 to 10 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelStroller friendlyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Embera Tours

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want hands-on time with sloths, frogs, and butterflies in one outing. Your guide handles the driving and sanctuary access while you focus on the animals.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 10 years).

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's the zipline part actually like in Panama?

You fly across the tropical forest on a series of lines, suspended high enough to see the canopy spread out beneath you. The adrenaline comes from the speed and the height. The experience is the sensation of moving through the air above the trees, not a slow scenic ride.

Do I need to be in great shape to do this ziplining activity?

You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The activity is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, poor cardiovascular health, or if you're pregnant.

What's included in the price, and what costs extra?

The price includes the zipline activity, bottled water, an air-conditioned vehicle with pickup and drop-off from your hotel, and the guide. Entrance fees to the Sloth Sanctuary, Ranario, Butterfly Garden and Orchid exhibits are not included and are paid separately.