{"id":45023,"date":"2024-01-08T10:45:14","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T14:45:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/?p=45023"},"modified":"2025-08-31T16:04:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-31T21:04:27","slug":"budget-pour-visiter-le-panama","status":"publish","type":"travel-guide","link":"https:\/\/remote-expeditions.com\/fr\/guide-de-voyage\/budget-pour-visiter-le-panama\/","title":{"rendered":"Budget pour visiter le Panama"},"content":{"rendered":"

Estimations du budget quotidien<\/h2>\n

Voyageur \u00e0 petit budget<\/h3>\n

Expect a daily cost between $40 – $60 USD<\/strong>. This budget accommodates stays in hostel dormitories, preparing some of your own meals, relying on public transportation, and prioritizing free or low-cost activities such as hiking in national parks and exploring city neighborhoods on foot.<\/p>\n

Voyageur moyen de gamme<\/h3>\n

A daily budget of $100 – $180 USD<\/strong> is comfortable for a mid-range experience. This allows for private rooms in well-located hotels, dining at a mix of local eateries and more tourist-oriented restaurants, using Ubers or taxis for convenience, and including a paid tour or activity every other day.<\/p>\n

Voyageur de luxe<\/h3>\n

For a luxury experience, plan for a daily budget of $300+ USD<\/strong>. This level of spending covers stays at high-end hotels or exclusive resorts, fine dining experiences, the convenience of private transfers, and the flexibility to enjoy multiple private or specialized guided tours.<\/p>\n

Devise et gestion des esp\u00e8ces<\/h2>\n

Monnaie officielle<\/h3>\n

Panama’s official currency is the Panamanian Balboa (PAB), but it is pegged at a 1:1 ratio with the US Dollar (USD). For all practical purposes, the US Dollar is the currency in circulation for paper money<\/strong>. Panama only mints its own coins (Balboas), which are identical in size and value to US coins and are used interchangeably. It is essential to arrive with and budget in US Dollars, as no currency exchange will be necessary.<\/p>\n

Esp\u00e8ces vs. Carte<\/h3>\n

Major credit and debit cards like Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in Panama City and other primary tourist destinations such as Boquete and Bocas del Toro. However, cash is indispensable for transactions in smaller towns, at local markets, with street food vendors, for most taxis, and especially in the remote San Blas (\u00celes)<\/strong>. We strongly advise carrying a mix of small bills ($1, $5, $10<\/strong>), as obtaining change for larger notes like $50 or $100 can often be a challenge.<\/p>\n

DAB<\/h3>\n

ATMs, known locally as distributeurs automatiques de billets<\/em>, are readily available in cities and larger towns, and they dispense US Dollars. Before you depart, please inform your bank of your travel dates to prevent any service interruptions. Be aware that local banks typically charge a withdrawal fee of $5.00 to $6.50 per transaction<\/strong>, in addition to any fees your own bank may impose.<\/p>\n

D\u00e9tail des co\u00fbts principaux<\/h2>\n

H\u00e9bergement<\/h3>\n

Les prix peuvent \u00eatre plus \u00e9lev\u00e9s pendant la haute saison touristique, qui s'\u00e9tend de d\u00e9cembre \u00e0 avril.<\/p>\n

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  • Hostels (dorm bed): $15 – $25 per night<\/li>\n
  • Budget\/Mid-range Hotels: $60 – $120 per night<\/li>\n
  • High-end Hotels & Resorts: $200 – $500+ per night<\/li>\n
  • San Blas Islands (basic cabin, often all-inclusive): $150 – $250 per person, per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Nourriture et Boissons<\/h3>\n

    For an excellent value, look for the “menu ejecutivo”<\/em> (executive lunch) offered at many local restaurants on weekdays. It typically includes a soup, a main course, a side, and a drink for a set price.<\/p>\n

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    • Meal at a local eatery (fonda): $5 – $8<\/li>\n
    • Meal at a mid-range restaurant: $15 – $30<\/li>\n
    • Repas dans un restaurant haut de gamme : 50 $+<\/li>\n
    • Local beer (Balboa, Atlas): $1.50 – $3<\/li>\n
    • Craft beer or imported drink: $5 – $8<\/li>\n
    • Bottle of water: $1 – $2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Transport<\/h3>\n

      Si vous prenez un taxi qui n'utilise pas de compteur, il est sage de convenir du tarif avec le chauffeur avant de commencer votre trajet.<\/p>\n

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      • Panama City Metro\/Metrobus : ~0,35 $ par trajet<\/li>\n
      • Uber\/Taxi in Panama City: $3 – $10 per ride<\/li>\n
      • Inter-city bus (e.g., Panama City to David): $15 – $20<\/li>\n
      • Domestic flight (e.g., Panama City to Bocas del Toro): $80 – $150 one way<\/li>\n
      • Ferry pour l'\u00eele de Taboga : ~24 $ aller-retour<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Tours et activit\u00e9s<\/h3>\n

        Note that entrance fees for many of Panama’s beautiful national parks are quite reasonable, often falling within the $5-$10 range.<\/p>\n

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        • Frais d'entr\u00e9e aux \u00e9cluses de Miraflores du canal de Panama : ~17 $<\/li>\n
        • Day trip to San Blas Islands (from Panama City): $120 – $180<\/li>\n
        • Guided tour of Casco Viejo: $25 – $50<\/li>\n
        • Coffee farm tour in Boquete: $30 – $40<\/li>\n
        • Ziplining or jungle tour: $60 – $100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Tipping et pourboires<\/h2>\n

          Bien que toujours appr\u00e9ci\u00e9 pour un bon service, le pourboire n'est g\u00e9n\u00e9ralement pas aussi obligatoire au Panama qu'il pourrait l'\u00eatre aux \u00c9tats-Unis.<\/p>\n

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          • Restaurants :<\/strong> A 10% tip is standard for good service. Check your bill, as it is sometimes automatically included under “servicio” or “propina”. If not, it is customary to leave it in cash.<\/li>\n
          • Guides touristiques :<\/strong> A good guideline is $5 – $10 per person for a half-day tour or $10 – $20 for a full-day excursion, depending on the quality of the tour and the size of your group.<\/li>\n
          • Personnel de l'h\u00f4tel :<\/strong> For bellhops, $1 – $2 per bag is appropriate. For housekeeping, leaving $1 – $2 per day is a kind gesture.<\/li>\n
          • Taxis:<\/strong> Tipping is not expected, but rounding up the fare to the nearest dollar is a common and appreciated practice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Conseils pour \u00e9conomiser de l'argent au Panama<\/h2>\n
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            • Dine at local fondas<\/em> and cafeterias. These small, often family-run eateries offer authentic Panamanian food at very affordable prices.<\/li>\n
            • Utilisez le syst\u00e8me de transport public moderne et efficace de Panama City. Le m\u00e9tro et le MetroBus sont propres, s\u00fbrs et extr\u00eamement rentables.<\/li>\n
            • Look for happy hour specials, often advertised as “2 por 1” (2 for 1), for drinks. These are common in popular neighborhoods like Casco Viejo and El Cangrejo.<\/li>\n
            • Consid\u00e9rez de voyager pendant les saisons interm\u00e9diaires (mai-juin ou novembre) lorsque vous pourriez trouver des prix plus bas sur l'h\u00e9bergement et les vols.<\/li>\n
            • Pour b\u00e9n\u00e9ficier des meilleurs tarifs sur les bus longue distance et les vols int\u00e9rieurs, il est toujours conseill\u00e9 de r\u00e9server vos billets \u00e0 l'avance.<\/li>\n
            • Faites le plein de collations, d'eau et d'autres boissons dans un grand supermarch\u00e9. C'est consid\u00e9rablement moins cher que de les acheter dans les minibars des h\u00f4tels ou dans les petites sup\u00e9rettes des zones touristiques.<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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