Three million years ago, a Volcano exploded and became extinct to give way to the birth of a place full of greenery, natural life and enviable climate. Anton Valley is a great attraction that sits on the mouth of that extinct volcano and is visited by thousands of tourists every year. What better way to appreciate this paradise than from the tops of the hills that surround the town.
Sleeping India Mountain
This mountain in the shape of a woman sleeping on its back is the landmark of this town and can be seen from the main road upon arrival. A natural sculpture that amazes all visitors.
Cerro Cara Iguana (Iguana Face Hill)
El Valle is located in the crater of an extinct volcano and is surrounded by mountains, the top of Cerro Cara Iguana gives an impressive view of the crater’s width.
Cerro Gaital (Gaital Hill)
If a Visitor is looking for a physical challenge, can be one of the few privileged to enjoy the most impressive views of the entire Valley and way beyond, the top of Cerro Gaital (1,185 meters high) is a great destination.
First Class Accomodations
Anton Valley offers a wide variety of options to stay. From hotels, hostels to apartments for rent. Among the preferred places to stay are Los Mandarinos, Golden Frog Inn, Eden Park Bed & Breakfast, El Valle Anton Suites and the Canopy Lodge, unique for bird watching, zip-line and a natural pool. Apart from its excellent amenities, the culinary proposals of its restaurants are loved by all.
Best Places to Visit
Besides the mountains and trails, Anton Valley has many places to visit:
Thermal Wells:
Contain properties that clean and heal the skin.
El Nispero Zoo:
It houses more than 90 animals: ostriches, macaws, toucans, ñeques, monkeys, peacocks, crocodiles, toucans and many more.
Butterfly Garden:
It contains 250 butterflies of different kinds within 1,500 square feet.
Canopy Tour:
At 100 feet high you will enjoy incredible views of the fauna and flora of cloud forests.
Cerro la Cruz Viewpoint:
At 5 minutes by car, you will enjoy beautiful views of the town.
Serpentarium:
Here you learn all about snakes with 14 different species.
Orchid Center:
They cultivate and conserve 147 types of local and regional orchids in danger of extinction.
Artisan Market:
You can buy fruits, plants, local art, crafts, ceramics, handmade sweets and much more.
El Macho Waterfall
The largest waterfall in the region with 70 meters high.
El Valle Museum:
It shows the history of how the region emerged, also offers a collection of pre-Columbian, religious art, paintings and ethnographies IX and XX.
Petroglyphs (The Painted Stone):
Locals say the rocks is a map of caves that connect the mountains around.
Anton Valley is a tourist destination where Visitors go back many times looking for a place, activity or experience that want to live once again. More information at: www.el-valle-panama.com.
