5 Reasons Nature-Lovers Flock to Panama in Green Season

W ildlife-lovers, adventure-seekers, photographers and families – take note. From May to November, Panama’s Green Season transforms the Gulf of Chiriquí into one of the richest displays of life anywhere in the tropics. For those who travel to be moved, this is the moment to visit Islas Secas. Here’s why…

See Nature at Its Peak

The first rains awaken the landscape after a long dry spell, turning the forests brilliant green and setting the stage for an explosion of life. It’s peak time for birders and nature enthusiasts, with nesting season in full swing, rare plants in bloom and the rainforest buzzing with frogs, butterflies and bright tropical birds. If you love the jungle alive with sound and color, this is your season.

Watch Whales and Ocean Giants

Between June and October, two entirely separate populations of humpback whales arrive from both the southern and northern hemisphere, meeting to birth and nurse their calves in the calm, warm waters around Islas Secas. For marine life lovers and families, this is an unforgettable chance to see these gentle giants breach and blow, often from the comfort of your casita. Or join our expert naturalist Beny for a close-up Marine Safari featuring whales, dolphins, turtles, and rays.

Embrace the Rhythm of the Rain

Green Season follows a soothing daily rhythm: bright, sunny mornings for adventures, and brief, refreshing afternoon showers for rest. For wellness travelers and couples, it’s a time of deep serenity: opting for a relaxing massage in Secascent Spa, reading as rain patters on the roof, dozing during a distant thunderstorm, and watching dramatic sunsets emerge from clearing skies – just in time for sundowners in Balboa Bar.

Connect with Local Culture

Afternoons bring time to connect with the culture of our local Chiriquí community and Panama’s culinary heritage. There’s joy in hands-on activities such as tamale-making, sugarcane-pressing or learning the story behind Panama’s celebrated coffee with a unique tasting experience, while families will love the shared experience of crafting ‘raspado’ – shaved ice with tropical fruit – all adding deeper context to any stay at Islas Secas.

Find Balance and Connection

With its beguiling mix of wild nature, cultural immersion and slow island living, Green Season is a favorite for adventurous couples, photographers, conservation-minded travelers and those craving connection – to the landscape and to each other.