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

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Panama City
Duration
2.5hr
Time of day
Morning
Group size
Up to 12 people
Available days
Wed, Fri, Sat

Highlights

Eat and drink what you cook, turning effort into flavor. · Experience local culture through food and stories. · Small groups for more attention and fun learning. · Take skills home for easy wins. · Friendly guidance to learn fast. · Hands‑on fun with tasty rewards.

Tour description

This is not a cooking class or a typical food tour, it’s a delicious, eye-opening journey through Panama’s extraordinary biodiversity, guided by a local fruit lover.

If you opt for the full experience you'll begin in a local supermarket tour guided by our culinary expert discovering local gems.. After that you'll go to one of Panama’s bustling fruit markets, where your host will select and open fruits you’ve probably never seen before. Want to skip the supermarket tour? No problem — the fruit tasting tour alone is just as immersive.

As you taste, you’ll discover:

Nutritional properties and healing uses

Indigenous and colonial histories

Seasonal patterns and farming traditions

Culinary secrets from Panama

From tangy to creamy, sweet to earthy, this tasting experience invites you to rediscover fruit the Panamanian way.

Photos from this experience

Meeting Point

Merca Panamá, 2CMC+632, Vía Centenario, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

Why Eat with Us?

  • Money back guarantee — full refund if your experience is anything less than 5 stars.
  • Over 1,200 reviews — trusted by travelers across every major booking platform.
  • Local hosts who live and breathe the neighborhood.
  • 16+ years leading food tours across Latin America.
Juan

"...Walking through the supermarket and market, seeing what’s cheap, what’s special, what people snack on daily — it all said a lot about how and where things grow here. Some fruits tasted familiar but looked different, others were completely new. By the end, I had sticky hands, a full stomach, and a much clearer picture of how rich Panama’s nature really is, just from what was on the stalls."

I never thought fruit alone could explain so much about a country....

★ Our Commitment

We aim to enchant, so we get 5-star reviews left and right!

Full money-back if your experience is anything less than 5 stars.

GetYourGuide ★ 4.8 Google ★ 5.0 Tripadvisor ★ 5.0 Viator ★ 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

You won’t just taste fruit. You’ll discover fruits most travelers would never know how to choose, open, or understand, while learning their cultural uses, seasonal patterns, and local stories from an expert host.
We know travel plans can shift. That’s why we offer flexible support, including rescheduling whenever possible, and many bookings also qualify for free cancellation depending on the platform’s policy.
Your experience is led by a local host with deep knowledge of regional fruits, food culture, and traditional uses. They guide you through each tasting and explain what makes each fruit special.
Yes. Fruit tastings are usually one of our most flexible experiences, and we can often adapt around most dietary needs if you tell us in advance. The main exception is strict gluten-free or celiac requirements whenever there is any risk of cross-contamination from additional tastings or sweets.
Yes. Our experiences are designed to stay personal and easy to follow, with small groups of up to 12 guests.
It’s a great fit for curious travelers, food lovers, families, and anyone who wants to discover something unique, local, and educational without needing cooking skills or a big time commitment.
After booking, our booking manager will send you clear directions, meeting details, and arrival tips. In most cases, it’s very easy to reach by Uber.

Good to know

Included

  • Guided tasting of 15+ exotic fruits
  • Nutritional insights, recipe ideas, and fun facts about each fruit
  • Fresh juice samples when a fruit is out of season
  • Small-group format for a more personal experience
  • Guaranteed hygiene and safety standards
  • Photos taken by our assistants during the experience

Not 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.

⚠️ Not recommended for people with heart conditions · Not wheelchair accessible · Please contact us via Whatsapp at +507 60121985 so we can better coordinate your meeting time and location.

From $85.00USD per person Check availability