@aleksandramicek

✨ Panama Edition – September 2025 ✨

I chose this experience because I love nature and hoped it would feel similar to the Kenya trip I did - and it didn’t disappoint! Just like in Kenya, nature was all around us: a crab in the printer, monkeys howling at night, birds stealing food… and honestly, I loved every moment of it.

What I enjoyed most at the hotel were the swimming pool, communal kitchen, eco domes, all the animals around, and of course the proximity to the beach. The Wi-Fi was good enough for me to work (with occasional challenges, which I think is to be expected in a setting like this).

My favorite activities included ATVs, the Filthy Friday party, community dinners, donut buddies, and grocery hopping. And I have to give a huge shoutout to our Community Manager, Juan. I’ve done seven of these program trips, and he was hands down the best - empathetic, helpful, and so organized. He really made us all feel supported, and that made a big difference.

I’d love to see Noma do more “deep nature” destinations like this one. I know these aren’t for everyone, so it’s important that the listing sets clear expectations - e.g. no AC and spotty Wi-Fi. Personally, I was fine with those inconveniences, but transparency helps make sure the right people choose these experiences.

Finally, I want to say that I absolutely loved our group - such amazing energy and people. That said, I did notice that a few individuals were disappointed about the lack of AC, so setting expectations clearly upfront would help avoid that.