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Thorny Tree – Small Shelter in the Forest loop from Hotel Gamboa Rainforest

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Thorny Tree – Small Shelter in the Forest loop from Hotel Gamboa Rainforest

Moderate

4.5

(6)

32

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Thorny Tree – Small Shelter in the Forest loop from Hotel Gamboa Rainforest

02:55

11.2km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

3.72 km

1000-Meter-Marke

Highlight • Monument

2

4.62 km

Entrance to Panama Rainforest Discovery Center

Highlight • Rest Area

A small entrance, which is also accessible by car through a small stony way. Some parking spaces are available in front. You also can walk upon here from the beginning of the rainforest

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3

5.29 km

Rainforest Discovery Center Observation Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The tower is accessible through the rainforest discovery center, which costs entrance fee. The walk is worth it, as you will have an amazing view over the rainforest, see birds …

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4

7.03 km

Pipeline Road Observation Tower, Gamboa

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you leave the car at the beginning of the path you can take a slightly longer and more beautiful walk. You will see or hear howler monkeys and alligators at the Gamboa pier

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5

7.50 km

Thorny Tree

Highlight • Natural

Tree is about 1 year old

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6

7.83 km

Beehive in the Panamanian Rainforest

Highlight • Natural

7

7.96 km

Small Shelter in the Forest

Highlight • Rest Area

Here you can take shelter from the rain

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8

7.97 km

Information Sign

Highlight • Structure

B

11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.17 km

3.55 km

2.92 km

538 m

Surfaces

5.08 km

3.67 km

2.31 km

123 m

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