Tasting Tour of Tropical and Exotic Fruits in Panama’s Markets

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(2 reviews)

2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Forget the fruits you know. In Panama, the markets hide flavors so rare that even seasoned travelers have never seen them, from star-shaped carambola to the spiky rambutan that bursts with juice.

Led by a local host, you’ll step into colorful stalls where each tasting is a story. Fruits are not just food here: they carry seasonal rhythms, and indigenous traditions passed down for centuries.

As you taste, you’ll learn why guanábana soothes, why naranjilla excites, and how cashew apple surprises with its salty twist.

You'll see that this is more than a food tour, it’s an immersion into Panama’s biodiversity and culture.

Every bite is both discovery and delight, a memory you’ll crave to share.

Groups are intentionally small and many fruits are seasonal, meaning no two tours are the same. Spots fill fast, secure yours today and turn your Panama trip into a once-in-a-lifetime sensory feast.

Example Menu

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Cashew Apple

Juicy, fleshy, with a salty twist - unlike any fruit you've tasted.

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Dragon Fruit (Pitahaya)

Lush, creamy pulp speckled with crunchy seeds - vibrant, juicy, and almost too pretty to eat.

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Caimito (Star Apple)

Silky, jelly-like texture with earthy vanilla notes. Melts in your mouth like nature’s dessert.

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Soursop (Guanábana)

Tart like lime, smooth like condensed milk. A tropical explosion of flavor and texture.

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Papaya

Smooth, rich, and naturally sweet - like breakfast in paradise.

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Passion Fruit (Maracuyá)

A juicy punch of tang and perfume. Crackling seeds, bold aroma, it’s wild, and it knows it.

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Guava

Aromatic and creamy, with a rich tropical sweetness that lingers on your lips. Bold, floral, and irresistibly smooth.

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Rambutan

Firm, juicy, and exotic - think: dragon-dressed grape with attitude.

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Starfruit (Carambola)

Glossy, crunchy, lightly citrusy. A fresh, zesty kiss in every bite.

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Naranjilla

Electric and floral - somewhere between pineapple, orange, and a hint of green tea. Like a fruit cocktail with personality.

What's Included

all the fruits you will eat are included
Any other fruit, food or drink you would like to buy for your own.
Feel free to wander the market and pick up extra treats on your own—there’s plenty more to discover.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our warm, knowledgeable guide will be there to greet you and make sure you’re all set for a day of new flavors and local culture, the meeting point is in front of nave Volca. His contact number and more instructions will be sent by our booking manager.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Let your taste buds explore the unexpected.

On this guided tour led by a local host passionate about tropical fruits, you'll discover regional flavors—many of them unknown even to seasoned travelers.

Through vibrant markets and colorful stalls, each bite unveils more of Panama: its unique biodiversity, indigenous roots, and secrets passed down through generations.

Feel the velvety texture of caimito.
Be surprised by the citrusy, floral freshness of naranjilla.
Taste fruits that heal, nourish, and tell stories.

More than just a tasting, this is a deep sensory immersion, where tradition, flavor, and discovery meet at every stop.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Cook in Fiesta

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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