Panama is a beautiful country and it’s history is very interesting. The trip to the canal was awe inspiring. The ingenuity and engineering which goes into the operations of the canal is quite impressive. My tour lasted about 7 hours and I thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it. My tour guide was very knowledgeable and a joy to talk to. In addition to the canal I visited the town Casco Viejo. This is a lovely town whose buildings remind me of New Orleans. I was able to have lunch in town at a delightful restaurant whose food was absolutely delicious. I also visited some cathedrals with beautiful stained glass windows and altars the likes of which I have never seen. The tour also included other sites but the town and the canal are what stood out to me. The tour is both a walking and driving tour and there was so much to see and enjoy. I had no problems booking with Barefoot Panama. My guide was very accommodating and personable. He was on time for the tour and always sought to make me as comfortable as possible and ensure that I was okay. He was the best tour guide I have experienced.

We did 2 tours with Barefoot - Monkey Island/Panama Canal and San Blas Islands. Communication and planning with Kevin and the tour guides was excellent. The tours were very organised and we were picked up from our apartment on time. On the Monkey Island tour, our tour guide Maty made sure we stopped at several different islands to ensure we saw different species of monkeys and wildlife. He was also very knowledgeable of the area and history. We highly recommended booking tours with Kevin and his team!

This tour was one of the highlights of our trip to Panama. Our tour guide, Gonzo, was extremely knowledgable and made the day fun and exciting. He really went above and beyond. Not only did we get to see a lot of cool things around Panama City, but we also learned a lot about the history of the country. My only regret is that we didn't take a picture with Gonzo! I highly recommend Barefoot Panama.

Sonny island resort Very nice little island. Great for a couple of days of very quiet relaxation. Friendly staff. When we were there there were only about 7 or 8 guests so it was very private. Right off shore there were several whales with babies. There are few extra activities. This is fine if you can be happy with a beautiful setting and a warm ocean to swim in. You are limited to their food hall which is nutritious but not inspiring. Bottom line I would go back for a couple of days. Barefoot Panama put his together at for us the day before we went.

After reading the description (😉) the tour provides everything it says and even a little more! It was so fun walking through Casco Viejo, learning, drinking, and tasting everything that Panama has to offer! Nicole did such a good job not only leading the tour and conveying her knowledge but also promoting an exceptional atmosphere! It really felt like you were a part of Panamanian culture and everyone left as friends! Thanks, Nicole and Barefoot Panama Tours!

Exactly what is stated in the experience...not much food and not much history/guidance. "foodie-focused tour" should be removed. People are probably loath to leave a true review with all the negative feedback from the owner when honest.

Barefoot Panama customized a wonderful private tour for us where we hiked the Ancon Hill for a great panoramic view, visited the fish market and tasted some ceviche, discovered the Casco Viejo and they even got us a VIP pass for the Panama Canal for a very special experience. Our guide was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We learnt about the history but also coffee in Panama. It was the perfect introduction to Panama City.

Our tour guide, Janet was great. While on the tour we got to sample chocolate, beers, coffee, rum, and ceviche. Since this is named/advertised as a food tour I do wish there were more food options included, but we did enjoy our time with Janet learning about the history of Panama and strolling thru Casco Viejo. The views from the rum tasting restaurant rooftop are absolutely beautiful at night!

This is a trip for the adventure type of person and open minded with the logistics. The drive is fine until you reach the hills. The scenery is beautiful though. Bring cash for fees and taxes. The boat ride is fine if the water is calm. Once when on an island you forget about everything else and enjoy the Caribbean Sea.

We did a "Build Your Own" tour of Panama City -- explored the old town on foot (including museum), drove through the modern area, went to the fish market (where we ate lunch) and several ice cream places (we had teen boys with us) etc. Our guide was very friendly, knowledgeable and flexible -- we even changed our tour while we were on it! And we learned a lot!! Our van was clean, well maintained, nicely cooled (very important in Panama at this time) and comfortable. We had also used another tour company -- this was far superior!! I highly recommend Barefoot.

The tour was good. Since we were staying in Gamboa with no transportation I would have much prefered to spend more time in old town and shopping. Would have gladly skipped the smithsonian place with starfish, dirty aquariums and things I can see anywhere and spent more time shopping. The canal part was interesting.

I can't say enough good things about Barefoot Panama. Never before have I dealt with a staff that was so on point every moment of our trip. They were all so friendly and helpful, and most importantly, they were helpful. Catering to our every need and whim. I really can't complete this review without mentioning how beautiful the beaches and views are, truly paradise on earth.

We took 4 tours with barefoot Panama & each one was unique, fun, organized, & excellent. Each guide was friendly, knowledgeable, & provided outstanding service. They took their time to explain the culture, history, animals, etc while providing memorable & unique experiences. They picked us up & dropped us off at our hotel, transportation was comfortable, professional, and clean. I went with my extended family, there were 7 of us total including a young child. They gave us important insight and tips. They even took pictures for us and sent them to us after the tour. They were also able to customize the tours to our likes. We took the El Valle hiking tour which was fun..seeing the mountain town, waterfalls, petroglyphs, and different landscapes. We also took the city/canal tour which included multiple sites such as the Miraflores locks, amadaor causeway, panama sign, bridge of America's, casco Veja walking tour, rainforest discovery center. The monkey island & Indian village tour was great, we interacted & saw lots of wildlife: monkeys, crocodile, iguana, tucans, & more & stopped at a native tribe village to learn about their culture. The San Blas islands tour was one of our favorites, the islands are beautiful and the lunch provided was great. We enjoyed the drive to the port & the guide pointed out wildlife & great scenic views. The boat ride was fun & the islands didn't disappoint. We went to 2 islands & a sandbar. The waters are crystal clear, beautiful shells, coral, fish, starfish. There is even a shipwreck at one of the islands that is great for snorkeling around. They give you great choices for lunch. Highly recommend barefoot Panama, you won't be disappointed, booking is easy, communication was great and responsive. We had a fantastic time on each tour & were able to see most of the highlights in Panama City & surrounding areas. The owner is fantastic and full of knowledge and tips for the area. Super friendly, professional, and great communication. You won't be disappointed booking with this company. They were great. Would highly recommend and book with them again.

San Blas islands gorgeous. No one spoke English driver or pick up person but we managed. Main complaint car. 4x4 that really should not be used for tours of 6 people. Back 2 seats are not seats, you are sitting on floor of car with a cushion which is uncomfortable for 3 hour ride each way. When last couple was picked up they refused to sit in back Guide asked my friend and I to change seats!! to accommodate other couple. We refused. If you are going to have 6 people every one should have safe proper seating.

We had an amazing trip to El Valle with BareFoot Panama. Our tour guide Felix took wonderful care of us. The zip line adventure was a highlight of the trip. The visit gave us insight into the interior of Panama. The visit to the butterfly sanctuary was enlightening. It was a great day out.