Description
Gamboa Exhibitions is home to the first sloth sanctuary in Panama. Here, you can observe these adorable creatures while learning about their behavior and habitat. The sanctuary is managed by the Panamanian Association for Conservation (APPC), which plays a vital role in wildlife conservation in Panama. Gamboa Exhibitions also offers access to other interactive ecological exhibits, including a butterfly garden, an orchid garden, and a frog exhibit. See some of Panama’s most impressive flora and fauna in this spot within a tropical rainforest. This is a great activity to do on its own or to combine with other activities in Gamboa.
Sloth Sanctuary: this animal sanctuary is mainly focused on sloths which are native to the area. Here you will learn about them, how they live, how they mate, the different species that exist and what threats they are exposed to. This sloth sanctuary in the Gamboa Exhibitions helps animals recover so they can be released in the wild. Other species like anteaters or porcupines may also be living in the sanctuary.
Butterfly Garden: one of the meanings of Panama is abundance of butterflies. This butterfly garden reproduces about 200 species of butterflies which are endemic to Panama. Visitors may see about 20 species when they visit as the species rotate throughout the year.
Orchidarium: did you know the national flower of Panama is an orchid? It is called the Holy Spirit Flower and it is white in color. See this orchid, when in season, and other species which are native to the country, including some that only measure millimeters.
Frogs: this small tropical garden replicates the Panamanian jungle in a way that is perfect for frogs to reproduce. See over 30 species of frogs with bright colors. Here you can see their complete cycle from mating, reproduction and feeding. If you are lucky you may even see males fighting for territory.
Includes:
- Exhibitions
- Transfer to/from the Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
- Taxes
- Bilingual guide
Available: daily.
Time: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. or 4 p.m. Monday has a reduced schedule: 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.
What to bring? Comfortable clothes, rain jacket or waterproof bag (green season), insect repellent, sunscreen, hat and camera.
Important information: The child rate applies to minors—both nationals and foreigners—between 5 and 12 years of age. Children aged 0 to 4 are admitted free of charge. The adult rate varies depending on whether the individual is a local (must be a Panamanian citizen or a resident) or a foreigner. There is also a rate for retirees, which applies to Panamanian citizens and residents. A special package is available that includes the Gamboa Exhibitions and the Gamboa Aerial Tram at a reduced price. Please contact us if you are interested in this option.
The exhibitions at Gamboa are part of a scheduled itinerary. Please arrive 20 minutes before your chosen time slot to allow sufficient time for check-in.
Pregnant women may not use the transport service between the hotel and the exhibition sites; they must travel in their own vehicle. Please let us know if you have any phobias or allergies to specific animals or plants. Additionally, please inform us if you have limited mobility, as some activities may not be suitable for you.