Panama City & Leadership Conference
Explore the vital role conservation plays in safeguarding Panama’s biodiversity and sustaining its precious resources.
Visit the Biomuseo to see how the Panama Isthmus changed the world and discover the delicate balance between species and their native habitats. Then, take part in the preservation of those habitats when you engage in wetlands fieldwork, witness reef protection efforts while snorkeling, and learn about freshwater ecosystems on a boat ride to Monkey Island. Finally, continue on to Costa Rica, where you’ll harness The Power of Environmental Stewardship at our inspiring leadership conference.EF Summits are open to rising 9th graders through graduated seniors.
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Day 1: Fly to Panama
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Panama City
Visit Panamá Viejo, the ruins of the original city which was destroyed by pirates in the 17th century
Take a walking tour of Casco Viejo
Visit the Biomuseo to learn about the ecology of Panama and the importance of biodiversity conservation
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Day 3: Panama City
Join CREHO for an interactive workshop focused on wetlands conservation
Participate in a beach clean-up and explore the impact human activities have on natural habitats
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Day 4: Panama City • Caribbean coastal region
Take a day trip to the Caribbean Coast
Go snorkeling and witness vibrant marine life while discovering the critical need to protect the world’s oceans
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Day 5: Panama City
Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake, where you’ll learn about freshwater conservation and the species on Monkey Island
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal
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Day 6: Panama City • San José
Fly to San José
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Day 7: San José
Take a tour at Tirimbina Biological Reserve where you will:
- Hike across a suspension bridge to a former cocoa-growing plot
- Learn about the cocoa tree and the history of chocolate
- Enjoy a chocolate tasting
Visit a pineapple farm
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Day 8: San José • Leadership Conference
Participate in an activity centered around The Power of Environmental Stewardship
Kick off your leadership conference experience
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Day 9: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 10: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Panama
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Panama City
Visit Panamá Viejo, the ruins of the original city which was destroyed by pirates in the 17th century
Take a walking tour of Casco Viejo
Visit the Biomuseo to learn about the ecology of Panama and the importance of biodiversity conservation
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Day 3: Panama City
Join CREHO for an interactive workshop focused on wetlands conservation
Participate in a beach clean-up and explore the impact human activities have on natural habitats
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Day 4: Panama City • Caribbean coastal region
Take a day trip to the Caribbean Coast
Go snorkeling and witness vibrant marine life while discovering the critical need to protect the world’s oceans
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Day 5: Panama City
Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake, where you’ll learn about freshwater conservation and the species on Monkey Island
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal
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Day 6: Panama City • San José
Fly to San José
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Day 7: San José
Take a tour at Tirimbina Biological Reserve where you will:
- Hike across a suspension bridge to a former cocoa-growing plot
- Learn about the cocoa tree and the history of chocolate
- Enjoy a chocolate tasting
Visit a pineapple farm
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Day 8: San José • Leadership Conference
Participate in an activity centered around The Power of Environmental Stewardship
Kick off your leadership conference experience
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Day 9: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 10: San José • Leadership Conference
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; internal flight; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
10 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms
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Regional-style meals
Breakfast and dinner daily; 2 lunches during the conference
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Full-time Tour Director
Your bilingual, culturally connected Tour Director stays with you 24/7 to handle all on-tour logistics and provide knowledgeable insights everywhere you go.
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Student Leadership Conference
Conference registration, keynote addresses, expert-led workshops, and design thinking workshops are included.
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Entrances
Panamá Viejo; Biomuseo; CREHO wetlands conservation workshop; beach clean-up; snorkeling; Gatun Lake boat ride; Miraflores Visitor Center; Tirimbina Biological Reserve tour and chocolate tasting; pineapple farm; Summit-themed activity
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes an Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2024 may be eligible for a $100 discount. Tours departing 10/1/2024 and beyond may be eligible for a $200 discount; restrictions apply.