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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

Volcán Barú

Chiriquí, Panama

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 79 2026
Volcán Barú

A volcano summit hike that is Panama's highest point, usually climbed through the night from Boquete on a rocky 4x4 road. On clear mornings the summit cross looks over both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans at sunrise.

Highlights

  • Summit cross at sunrise
  • Pacific and Atlantic views
  • Scrambling climb from antennas

Good to know

  • About 13 km one way from Boquete
  • Ascent 4 to 6 hours, often from midnight
  • $5 park entry fee, paid online

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