About Highlands

The highest point of the Cordillera Central as it runs parallel with the border to Costa Rica is Volcan Baru a dormant volcano that tops 3478 meters above sea level. The highest mountains and the longest rivers in Panama are found in this province of Chiriqui , named by the local Indians as the "valley of the moon". The flag of Chiriqui is red and green, a proud reminder of the province's agricultural wealth in meat and vegetables. With rainforest and cloud forests brimming with incredible wild life, Chiriqui has everything.

Boquete has been named one of the top places in the world to retire to by prestigious magazines such as Modern Maturity and International Living. Boquete has always been popular with vacationing Panamanians and is gradually being discovered by visitors who often return to stay. The spring-like weather is pleasant and cool, no air conditioning or heating required. Boquete oranges and gourmet coffees are some of the best you will ever taste. The scenery is beautiful with coffee covered hillsides rising to cloud forest full of crystal clear rivers and waterfalls.