Canopy Tower
Semaphore Hill Road Soberania National Park, Panama City 0832 Panama
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Semaphore Hill Road Soberania National Park, Panama City 0832 Panama
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This tour was one of the best weeks of my life! I came to the Tower for a week of birding through Nature Ninja Birding. Carlos was our lead guide, and several additional Canopy Family guides joined in to support our group. Everyone on staff was dedicated to supporting the best birding experience possible: from the guides that can ID birds through sounds that no one else can even hear, to the food allergy accommodations that made the trip possible. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Oct 8, 2023
We are truly thrilled to read your kind review. Thank you for visiting us during your birding adventure. We look forward to welcoming you back for more incredible birding experiences in the future! 🐦🌿
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I took a day trip to Canopy Tower. Took Uber early in the morning to get there by 6:30 for a delicious breakfast. Then spent time high on the observation tower looking directly into the forest canopy with their excellent guide. Saw many beautiful birds. Then we were off to the Pipeline Road where we walked & saw more birds. Every day they go somewhere different after the canopy. I ended up watching the hummingbird feeders while waiting for my Uber back to the city. The Canopy staff were very helpful in giving the driver directions & he finally found me. It was an ideal day trip & I highly recommend it
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Oct 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing your wonderful day trip experience at Canopy Tower. We're thrilled to hear that you had an ideal day at this marvelous place. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible birdwatching and nature adventures in the future!
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I would give this property 5 stars for the birding experience, The location is perfect beside the Panama Canal, and world famous birding hot spots like the Pipeline Road. Having coffee up on the deck, watching the birds in the canopy is a magical experience. The place is tailored almost exclusively for birders , guides are very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Accommodation is clean but basic, and the food wholesome and just the right quantity. We met several other guests who were birders, Great hospitality , I will certainly go back.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Oct 8, 2023
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable stay and more incredible birding and nature adventures in the future!
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Amazing place to see birds, monkeys etc from above the trees. Great food and guides excellent at finding birds, etc. Manager arranged for late departure transfer so I could spend more time there. Bird lovers paradise.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Room Tip: Be aware there are many stairs. Single rooms adequate. If you are bothered by noise at night do...
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Oct 8, 2023
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at the Canopy Tower. It was our pleasure to have you with us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure among the birds and monkeys of the Canopy Tower.
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It is hard to beat Canopy Tower when it comes to birding. No luxury retreat, but clean rooms with a good bed and the most amazing birdwatching. All the personnel is passionate about the birds and wildlife. Food is very tasty and healthy (for healthy soup the gorgeous desserts). We only had two nights and spotted over 100 species thanks to the guides and other guests. Also when you are not on the hunt to complete your list, but just enjoy birdwatching, this is a must go place.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Mar 14, 2023
Thank you very much for these amazing words. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed your visit to the Canopy Tower and had a great birding time. We hope to see you in Panama again!
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This is a very simple place, and I rated it 4/5 for this class, accordingly. It is all about birding, for birders. PROS: It is less than an hour from the City, and near the Canal. The upper observation tower offers a unique perspective. However, this does not really add much advantage for birding. The birding in the area is very good, but not really better than other locations in Panama. The rooms are clean. The staff is very nice and helpful. Our guide was remarkably good, helpful, patient, and friendly. CONS: This is a basic experience with few luxuries. The rooms are small and simple/minimal, as are the bathrooms. It is noisy, even in the rooms. All sounds are heard by all, everywhere. One needs ear plugs at night! There are not curtains or blinds on the windows. OK: The meals are fixed, with one choice, and self-serve (family style), at fixed times of the day. There are ceiling fans in each room, but no air conditioning. The common area is small. Internet works ok. The bed was comfortable/firm. OVERALL: Since the region is close to the city for birding, there is little need to stay at the Tower, unless one wishes to experience the unique nature of the Tower, and upper observation deck. Staying at the Tower would be convenient, with birding right outside the door. - The costs speak for themselves. In comparison to Canopy Camp, the Camp is much more special and, in my mind, worth the drive to it (4-5 hours from the City). NOTES: I visited in February. It was dry, without rain. The ground was dry and no boots were necessary. I saw two mosquitoes in 3 days. It was always warm and humid, but with a nice breeze (which is normal I understand). The birding was good for sure. …
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Oct 8, 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're thrilled you had a good overall experience at the amazing Canopy Tower. The magic of the tower is being able to spend the night at the height of the trees, a unique experience within the Neotropics. No air conditioning is used to follow our environmentally friendly policies. Thank you for your kind words regarding the Canopy Camp, we hope to see you again in Panama!
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Stayed for 4 nights in November, everything was kindly carried over from 2020 due to Covid. Great guides, warm welcome, sufficient room, great food, and company. Trips out for birding were extremely rewarding, the guides are on another level for finding and identifying. As primarily a photographer first, I was accommodated equally, and the guides were more than happy to help me find my target species. Rooms were clean and Wi-Fi good. Great feeders for hummingbirds at the base of the tower. Thank you for such an enjoyable stay.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Dec 25, 2022
Dear Matt, we are so happy to hear you had a good time. We truly appreciate your kind review and hope to see you again soon in Panama! Thank you so much!
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We booked to stay at the Canopy Tower as we wanted to do a specialised birding trip in Panama and see Mot Mots but we had no idea we would enter the incredible world of visionary and founder of the Canopy family- Raul Arias de Para. On the outskirts of Panama City in the Sobarania national park, Raul has turned a disused US tower into a spectacular place to see hundreds of species of birds while staying at an International level (quirky as well) eco-lodge. The humming birds around the garden, parrots on the tree tops, tamarin monkeys swinging around, howlers...... well, howling!! All of these wonderful creatures take you into a natural paradise to experience nirvana. Read up on the design and colour scheme of the tower on their website and you get a glimpse of the creative genius of Raul. The guides are extremely good at their jobs and clearly love it as most of them have grown up from their teens to young men with Raul, working in the Canopy family. They call birds out of a hat!! Okay not quite but nearly....... it is just mesmerising watching them call birds and know where to find each different species and identify all the 100's of birds you see. They are also friendly with a great manner and ability to keep you enthralled. The kitchen staff are superb at the produce they create out of a small and basic kitchen and are very friendly. Tatiana who manages the tower for Canopy family is great at her job, a friendly and welcoming face to meet when you get there and runs a highly organised and functional ship. As a quirky and unique place to visit, stay in and enjoy nature at, it is a place we highly recommend.…
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Response from Rosannette Maria Quesada Hidalgo, Other at Canopy Tower
Responded Dec 27, 2022
Thank you very much for taking the time to write this amazing review. We really appreciate it. We are happy to know you had a wonderful experience at the Tower, which is for sure a magical place. We will make sure to pass this message on to Raúl, Tatiana, and all the staff at the Canopy Tower. We hope to see you in Panama again soon!
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Set in the middle of the rainforest - you don't need an alarm clock as you are awakened by howler monkeys. Each day the guides will take you out to explore the local wildlife sites and the kitchen staff perform miracles from their galley type kitchen.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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Response from Jonathan Slifkin, Marketing at Canopy Tower
Responded Feb 22, 2022
Hi Rick, thanks for your review! We hope to see you again in Panama sometime.
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This is such a unique place. An old tower station from the US when building the Panama canal. The rooms are in the towering in a circle as you climb the stairs. We had the blue contingua room with a balcony. Every morning you can go on top and view 360. You are above everything. You can see the ships in the canal. The big city of Panama from a distance. The guides come up with you and show you the birds deep in the trees and all the different monkeys and sloths. Just a paradise above the jungle. The meals are amazingly delicious and different each day. The bird guides are so knowledgeable and know the calls and can spot them from afar. So many birds so little time. Perfect place to visit and see amazing colorful birds with enjoyable guides, a must do. 5 star all the way.
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Response from Jonathan Slifkin, Marketing at Canopy Tower
Responded Feb 20, 2022
Thanks so much for your reviews! We hope to see you again in Panama soon.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Canopy Tower
Which popular attractions are close to Canopy Tower?
Nearby attractions include Soberania National Park (0.8 miles), Centennial Bridge (3.3 miles), and Asociación Panamericana para la Conservación (4.5 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Canopy Tower?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at Canopy Tower?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Canopy Tower?
Conveniently located restaurants include Restaurante Los Lagartos, El Corotu, and Monkey Lobby Bar.
Does Canopy Tower have airport transportation?
Yes, Canopy Tower offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are there any historical sites close to Canopy Tower?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Capilla San Jose (9.7 miles).