Ancon Hill Eco Walk – Sloths, Toucans & Stunning City Views

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

3 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Looking for something truly unique? Panama is the only country in the Americas where you can watch the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean and hike through a lush rainforest in the middle of a modern city!

Join us for an unforgettable walk up Ancon Hill, the highest natural point in Panama City. Along the way, you might spot sloths, toucans, and Geoffrey’s tamarin monkeys swinging through the trees!

At the top, you’ll be greeted by breathtaking views of the skyline, Casco Viejo, the Canal, and ships crossing the bay.

Nature, wildlife, and city views—all in one incredible experience. Don’t miss it!

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Professional, ATP-certified bilingual tour guide included

Complimentary bottled water and chips included

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included

Ancon Hill Nature Reserve entrance fee (Mi Ambiente) is included

Breakfast

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Panama City

We offer pick-up service from all hotels, apartments, Airbnbs, and hostels within Panama City. Our goal is to make your experience as smooth and convenient as possible from the very start. Please make sure to stay attentive to messages or calls from our team the day before your tour — your assigned guide will contact you directly to confirm the exact pick-up time and meeting point based on your location. Timely coordination ensures we stay on schedule and everyone enjoys a seamless experience. If you haven’t received a message by the evening before your tour, feel free to reach out to us. We’re here to help and ensure you’re ready for your adventure!

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

We begin our experience at “Mi Pueblito,” the starting point of our walking tour. This is where our vehicle drops us off and your guide welcomes you with a brief introduction to the route ahead. Before we begin the gentle hike, you’ll receive a flashlight and a bottle of water to keep you refreshed and prepared. From here, we’ll start our ascent to the summit of Ancon Hill — the highest natural point in Panama City. As we walk through lush tropical forest, your guide will share fascinating insights about the area’s history, ecology, and wildlife. It’s a peaceful and rewarding climb, suitable for all ages, and full of surprises along the way. Get ready to reconnect with nature and enjoy one of the most iconic views of the city!

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

PANAMA CITY PICK-UPS ONLY

Shared Tour
Duration: 3 hours
NO PICK-UPS PLAYA BONITA AREA: Pick-ups & Drop-Offs in Playa Bonita additional fee applies
Type of transportation vary: According to the number of participants, we assign type of transportation
Pickup included

Reviews

4.92

66 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Explore PANAMAS colorful wildlife!
biancalP9532YZ,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour guide, Rafael, is very charismatic and kind. He created a one of a kind experience for us. He patiently guided us through a beautiful and lush world of Vegetation where we were able to see several types of Sloth’s, multiple Tucan’s, cute agoutis, a family of Monkeys as well as a huge variety of birds. It was rewarding to catch a sight of Panamas wonderful wildlife. He educated us throughout the beautiful walk with interesting facts and his huge knowledgeable. He gifted us a unique perspective of Wildlife. Highly recommend.
Absolutely perfect guide.
Celine D,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Without the experience of our guide we would not have seen so many animals we would simply have missed out without seeing them... shocks, sloths, monkeys etc....I recommend
It was a good experience...
FarlinaUksana K,
May 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
2.00
It was a good experience although I would have done it solo and anyone could go on their own without a guide. I got to learn about Panama, the rainforests and the animals, only downside we couldn’t see any animals coming out except for frogs, ants, dove and kookoopadda. The price of this excursion shouldn’t have been this high in my opinion.
Great Morning Hike
Deidra S,
Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great hike with our guide Luis, who was knowledgeable and friendly. We got to see several of the critters I was hoping to see as well as spectacular views. It’s not a long hike, though a little steep, but done at a very easy pace. Definitely recommend!
Afternoon walk
Frederic J,
Apr 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Afternoon walk is completely different from the morning description. No sunrise, no snacks, just a hot walk with views and animal spotting. Saw a sloth, toucan, parrot, poison arrow frog, banana spiders, and rodent of unusual size.
Wonderful nature excursion with fantastic guide, Rafael
166katjaw,
Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing guide Rafael. He knows the history of his country as well as animals and plants. We arrived in time for sunrise and saw lots of animals: Agouti, sloths, toucans, parrots, a pretty red bird and a poison dart frog. I had a great time and Rafael took some awesome photos for me.
Wildlife galore in the middle of the city!
Guide532565,
Mar 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic tour! We saw so much wildlife and had incredible views of the city AND the Canal! Toucans, parrots, caracaras, and tons of other birds, agoutis, poison dart frogs, a sloth and the highlight - titi monkeys! Rafa was the perfect guide - extremely knowledgeable, friendly and did not rush us. HIGHLY recommend!
A history lesson and nature walk combined
OutdoorGirl20182018,
Mar 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Raphael was engaging and knowledgeable about the history of Ancon Hill. Even though I was the only participant, he did not cancel. We walked up hill at my pace. We listened for birds and other animals. On the way down at the last flight of stairs, I was rewarded with the sighting of a sloth. It was moving in n the trees. On of the best tours I’ve been on.
Fantastic views
katvg,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lovely views of the city & canal zone, plus lots of birds. Had the afternoon walk with Luis & 2 other travelers. Good communication with Conozca Primero before the tour & the team is super friendly. Luis told us about the area's history & the plants/animals. Saw a lovely toucan & many other birds. Book directly on *their* website for the best price.
Rafael is THE BEST
L1235AKsharonk,
Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Rafael was an EXCELLENT guide! It was like catching up with a friend on a good, not intense hike. We had such interesting conversations that didn’t feel scripted. He brought me fresh fruit to eat at the top, spoke perfect english, and we saw some toucans, a sloth, and monkeys that came for his bananas he brought. Worth waking up at 6am for!!