The Volcan area is located in the Bugaba District of the Chiriqui Province of Panama.  The region is located on the slopes of an inactive volcano from which it derives its name.

To arrive from Panama City, one must first travel to David, conveniently located only 50 minutes from Panama City by plane.  Two airlines offer Panama City-David routes.  From David one may travel to Volcan by car or bus.  The trip takes approximately 45 minutes along a scenic highway.  During the short trip from David to Volcan one is able to appreciate the natural beauty of the region, including its spectacular flora and fauna, farms, cattle ranches, and horse farms.  The trip from Panama City to Volcan can also be made by car in approximately six hours.

Volcan is located 1000 meters (3300 feet) above sea level and has average temperatures of 15º Celsius.  In the region is also located the International Friendship Park, one of the most significant worldwide for its bird species.  In the park more 800 kinds of birds corresponding to 250 different species have been identified, including the famously beautiful Quetzal among other vibrantly colored and diverse bird species.  Other area attractions are its hot springs, beautiful rivers, hiking, and other outdoor activities.

Only 25 minutes from Volcan is the town of Cerro Punta, known for its natural beauty and refreshing climate with diverse wildlife and green spaces.

The Cerro Punta area is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the country specializing in vegetable cultivation.  In Cerro Punta banking services, Internet, local and international calling, restaurants, 5-star Hotels, eco-tourism activities, businesses, and supermarkets are all available.  The Costa Rican border is only 45 minutes away by car, and the city of David only 40.  In David all the usual city amenities are on offer such as shopping districts, banks, businesses, restaurants, movie theaters, casinos, night clubs, access to beaches and more.

This region offers peace and tranquility and is perfect as a retirement, relocation, or investment location.  Now is the moment to invest as land and properties are increasing in value and within a few years you will have made the best investment of your life.  The region has had an international community for years including Americans, Europeans, Swedes, Yugoslavs, as well as persons from other nations.  These expatriates originally arrived to visit, but were so charmed by the beauty of the region that they decided to stay.

Now is the perfect moment to invest as properties can still be found starting at $12 per square meter, with 1000 m2 and 1500 m2 lots available, as well as farms, and other properties at some of the lowest prices on the market.  The Volcan region is attractive to many as a safe and pleasant location for relocation and investment.