Where to Stay in Tierras Altas

If you’re looking for accommodations in Tierras Altas, this picturesque district in the mountains of Chiriqui will welcome you with a cool climate and the perfect atmosphere for family trips or pure adventure. 

With cozy cabins and rural accommodations surrounded by agritourism estates, or hotels and specialty coffee plantations close to the imposing Baru Volcano, this is the ideal starting point for exploring magical trails, waterfalls, and plantations growing the famous Geisha coffee.

Best Areas to Stay in Tierras Altas

Cerro Punta and Guadalupe

This area offers the perfect accommodations for travelers who want to connect with nature, including ecolodges and boutique hotels. Here, you’ll find the perfect place to stay, surrounded by agritourism estates, where you can wake up with panoramic views of the fields and the cloud forest and enjoy the culinary options this district has to offer.

Volcan

This is the hub for those who want to experience local life and get their adrenaline pumping. Here, accommodation options are mainly country homes and hotels focused on community-based tourism, where you can participate in rural activities such as horseback riding, organic farming, and hiking. Plus, this is a strategically located base for your stay if you plan to climb up to Volcan Baru National Park  to see the sunrise with a view of both oceans at the same time.

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Experiences Close to Your Accommodations

In Tierras Altas, there are plenty of activities to ensure every kind of traveler enjoys their stay to the fullest. Make the most of the area where you are staying by exploring the variety of activities offered.

How to Get to Tierras Altas

To get to Tierras Altas, you can choose the option that best adapts to your travel style and budget. Whether you rent a car, you prefer to take public transportation, or you want to arrive as fast as possible, getting here is easy and convenient.

By Car

From Panama City, take the Inter-American Highway to Bugaba; this takes about 7 hours. After crossing into Bugaba, turn right toward Tierras Altas. This last leg of the journey takes about 1 hour, depending on where you choose to stay.

By Bus

If you’re traveling by public transportation, head to the Albrook Bus Terminal. There, you’ll find direct buses to David departing several times a day. We recommend checking the schedule when planning your vacation. Once in David, you should take a regional bus or private transportation up into the district of Tierras Altas to reach your accommodations.

By Plane

From Tocumen and Marcos A. Gelabert airports, direct flights depart daily on the Panama City–David route. Book your flight to arrive as quickly and comfortably as possible. In David, you can book private transportation that will take you to your hotel. The journey from the airport to Tierras Altas takes a little over 1 hour, depending on your final destination.
 

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