Panama scouting trip

Panama Scouting Trip

Panama City / Coronado / Boquete

Upcoming Dates

Aug 15-22, 2026
Nov 15-22, 2026

Starting From

$2,999single
$4,749couple

Panama is one of the most attractive destinations for Americans looking to move abroad, offering modern infrastructure, a U.S. dollar-based economy, and some of the most welcoming residency programs in the world. This trip gives you a firsthand look at the country's diverse regions, thriving expat communities, and the lifestyle that makes Panama an ideal place to live, invest, or retire.

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Meet Your Guide

Your expert partner through your Panama relocation journey

Sabrinna Misasi

Sabrinna Misasi

Freedom Panama

Sabrinna is a Canadian-born real estate agent who followed her heart to Panama. Her passion for exploration inspired her to establish Freedom Panama, an agency dedicated to helping others live and invest in this beautiful country.

Recently ranked by expats as the best place to live in 2024, Panama's market is full of potential for those looking to invest early, seek a more fulfilling lifestyle, or build generational wealth. Freedom Panama offers personalized tours backed by Sabrinna's extensive local expertise and years of cultivating valuable partnerships.

Trip Itinerary

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Day 1Arrival – Welcome to Panama City

Welcome to Panama! Guests will be greeted at the airport and transferred to our hotel in the heart of Panama City. After settling in, everyone will meet for a complimentary welcome dinner at 7 p.m., a great opportunity to connect, share first impressions, and prepare for the adventure ahead.

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Day 2Discover Panama City

Panama City is the vibrant capital of the country - modern, fast-growing, and rich in history. We’ll explore the city’s most popular neighborhoods and see local homes and rentals firsthand. After lunch and a short rest, we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour through Casco Viejo, the city’s colorful colonial district, finishing the evening with a rooftop sunset dinner overlooking the Pacific skyline

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Day 3Understand the Move

Get ready to learn! Today you will become oriented to the how's of moving to Panama with a seminar led by local professionals covering immigration, real estate, banking, and more!

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Day 4From City Life to the Coast

After breakfast, we’ll visit a local private hospital and pharmacy to learn about Panama’s healthcare system and insurance options, an essential part of relocation planning. Next, we’ll enjoy a scenic coastal drive to Coronado, Panama’s most established beach community.

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Day 5Exploring Coronado & Coastal Towns

We'll tour Coronado and nearby beach areas, visiting rentals and homes for sale to get a feel for expat living on the Pacific coast.

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Day 6Journey to the Highlands

After breakfast, we’ll journey inland through Panama’s lush countryside toward the highlands of Chiriquí Province. Along the way, we’ll pass through David, Panama’s second-largest city and the main commercial hub of the west, a great place to see the conveniences, healthcare, and infrastructure that support life in this region. By early afternoon, we’ll arrive in Boquete, the country’s most beloved mountain town. Spend the afternoon exploring the town center, enjoying local cafés, shops, and markets, and finish the day with dinner alongside members of Boquete’s thriving expat community.

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Day 7Boquete Living

Spend the day discovering why Boquete is one of Panama’s most popular relocation destinations. We’ll tour neighborhoods such as Alto Boquete and Volcán, visit rental and real-estate options, and learn about life in the Chiriquí Province. Guests will also visit a coffee or chocolate farm, stroll through the local artisan market, and wrap up the experience with a farewell dinner in Boquete.

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Day 8Departure via David

After breakfast, we’ll drive to David to catch a short domestic flight back to Panama City. This marks the end of our scouting journey, leaving you with a true understanding of Panama’s diverse regions, lifestyle options, and opportunities. Not ready to leave? Talk to your host about extending your trip to Bocas del Toro, one of the most famous and beautiful archipielagos on the Carribbean coast. Home to many locals and expats. Just 4 hours from Boquete.

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What to Expect

Community

Meet other people who want to move abroad and enjoy exploring and getting to know each other. There will also be opportunities to meet locals and other expats.

A Learning Experience

Stay with fellow guests in great locations to get a feel for how you might like living in each of our destinations. Meet local experts like realtors, immigration attorneys, or local expats who know the ins and outs of moving to the local country.

Life as a Local, Not a Tourist

We'll bypass the touristy parts of town and experiences like visiting museums and landmarks. Instead, we'll see livable neighborhoods, markets, and where the locals hang out.

Fun!

We're all moving abroad for a better life, so we'll work on giving you a taste of what that means to you.

What's Included

Included

  • Seminar & opening dinner with experts in visas, healthcare, & taxes
  • Four-star accommodations, breakfast, and group transportation
  • 7 nights
  • Maximum of 16 guests
  • Explore Panama's Top Regions: Visit Panama City, Coronado, Pedasí, and Boquete
  • Experience Real Living: Tour neighborhoods, see available properties, and meet expat residents

Not Included

  • Airfare or airport transfers
  • Food and drink not mentioned in itinerary
  • Trip insurance or health insurance
  • Optional excursions and add-ons

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What Past Travelers Say

Jen and Brett, what you all organized was hard. And all of us stretched. When you do hard things together and succeed, the results are amazing. I feel like we've made potential lifelong friends.

S.W.

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Next Steps

  1. 1Attend a Q&A session if you have questions
  2. 2Make sure your passport is valid for six months after the trip ends
  3. 3Book your trip with us
  4. 4Complete required forms from us
  5. 5Attend trip chats and use WhatsApp to ask questions and meet fellow travelers
  6. 6Schedule your flight
  7. 7Get excited!

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