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El Valle de Anton Attractions: What to do & Places to Visit in El Valle de Anton
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APROVACA is an orchid nursery & conservation center. We display over 100 beautiful orchids, most of which are native to...
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APROVACA is an orchid nursery & conservation center. We display over 100 beautiful orchids, most of which are native to Panama. Entrance is $2, which include a 20-min guided tour of the center in Spanish or the free use of an English self-guided tour booklet. APROVACA is one of the few places where the National Flower of Panama, the Dove Orchid, is grown in the country. In the greenhouse dedicated exclusively to this endangered flower, you can see over 100 plants growing. In fact, each flower has a sponsor, who donates $20 annually to help us care for and protect this gorgeous orchid species. In our recently expanded garden, you can also see many unique orchid species, such as the vanilla orchid (vanilla is actually an orchid!), lady slipper orchids, the Vanda Miss Joaquim (the gorgeous National Flower of Singapore) and many cute little miniature species. As such, there is no better place to learn about the amazingly rich and unique flora of Panama!Apart from admiring the beautiful orchids, you can also buy the Moth Orchid (Phalaenopsis) and over 20 varieties of herbs and medicinal plants. We also run an internet cafe on our premise, where we offer high-speed internet connection through computers and Wi-Fi, good coffee, homemade cakes and fresh juice. The latest addition to our center is Hostel Orchid, the first genuine backpacker accommodation in El Valle. The rate is $12 per night, which include hot shower, free Wi-Fi and a free visit of the orchid center APROVACA. Please visit our renewed website to learn more about us. We are waiting for your visit!
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"When in Panama, if your travels take you near El Valle...I recommend visiting this "zoo" whole heatedly..!
This is a privately owned and operated concern on private land by some local expats who have created a collection-refuge/home for many local wild species.
It is clear to me these folks aren'..."t in this for the money, but is is rather a labor of love and concern for these animals...the very daily responsibility of caring for so many beautiful animals must indeed be daunting on their art, and I salute them for the efforts and cost they have put forth for "our" enjoyment.
Visiting here you will find at least half or more of your day engaged up/close and personal with many amazing and beautiful species.
This is NOT a Gov't or City sponsored enterprise...so leave those high expectations back home from where you come. That in mind...it is a charming respite from the hustle and bustle of the big city...and is absolutely the place to go if you have children in tow.
I myself will be v...
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"My girlfriend and I both had massages done there & they were excelent. We came out rested & rejuvenated. I also received a special chiropractic massage on my left knee that took away a problem that head been nagging me for over a week ! Next time we visit El Valle we will be going back to Cariguana ..."without a doubt.
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"this is a real national park, however it need guides; a trip by yourself isn't difficult; 100% enjoyable; take out your camera and start to shooting; telephotos lenses highly recomended. this is not a sad zoo, it's real nature. while was into the trail We found sloth, birds, and some butterflies"
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