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Things to see in Paja de Sombrero (Panama): 6 places and when to go
Paja de Sombrero is a town in Panama, and this site lists 6 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Mountains (3), Hot springs (2). The best known are Cerro Fortuna, Cerro Meca Alto and Cerro Pelado. The best time to come is December to March; also possible: April to August and November. In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Panama · 8.65, -82.3522
- Places
- 6 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- December to March.
- Also possible
- April to August and November.
- Nearest airport
- BOC Isla Colón, 78 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Cerro Fortuna, at 1,490 m.
What to see in Paja de Sombrero
The places in and around Paja de Sombrero, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Paja de Sombrero
The best time to visit Paja de Sombrero is December to March; also possible: April to August and November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time11:33
- FebBest time11:44
- MarBest time11:57
- AprPossible12:12
- MayPossible12:24
- JunPossible12:30
- JulPossible12:27
- AugPossible12:17
- SepBetter not12:03
- OctBetter not11:48
- NovPossible11:36
- DecBest time11:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30. In January, 6 of the 6 places are at their best.
When to go to Panama in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Paja de Sombrero
The nearest main airport is Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport (BOC, Isla Colón), 78 km as the crow flies. How to get around Panama (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Volcán - Caizán12 places41 km
- El Valle de Antón7 places245 km
- Colón, Panama18 places284 km
- Balboa, Panama12 places308 km
- Panama City22 places312 km
And all of Panama, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Paja de Sombrero?
The best known: Cerro Fortuna, Cerro Meca Alto, Cerro Pelado. In all, 6 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Paja de Sombrero?
December to March; also possible: April to August and November. In June there are 12 h 30 of daylight, and in December, 11 h 30.
How do you get to Paja de Sombrero?
The nearest main airport is Bocas del Toro "Isla Colón" International Airport (BOC), 78 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Paja de Sombrero as the destination and these 6 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
Keep reading
- PanamaBefore travelling to Panama: 8 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism for up to 90 days.
- Nature135 places for nature in Panama, from La Amistad International Park to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to March. Each with its own season by altitude and
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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