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Practical Information For Your Panama Vacation

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Panama has a tropical climate with high temperatures and humidity, with an average temperature around 80 – 90 degrees. The rainy season is from May to November and the summers are from December to April. The rainfall is of a tropical nature, falling for 1 to 2 hours in the afternoon.
Citizens from the United Kingdom, Canada, United States, New Zealand and Australia are not required to have a visa for a stay up to 90 days.

Protection against Malaria, Typhoid, Infectious Hepatitis and Polio is recommended and you should consult a travel clinic for the latest advice on different prophylaxis available against Malaria.

When packing, remember to pack for essentially hot conditions. Lightweight clothing is essential though a warm sweater is advisable for cooler evenings in the highlands. Waterproofing is essential. The jungle lowlands are hot and muggy, and it can rain at any time of the year. Long trousers and long sleeved shirts are recommended on jungle walks. Lightweight trail and walking boots for jungle walks and comfortable shoes and sandals are a must. Don’t forget a sunhat, sunscreen, insect repellent, umbrella and a water bottle. Binoculars are very useful for bird and animal spotting. Snorkel kits and masks can be rented locally.

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