13 of us went to Macho De Monte today with our excellent guide Joseph Bonilla from SCAPEPANAMA. Agewise, we were from 50s to mid 70s but in decent physical condition. I was thinking the walk through the water with the canyon walks on each side was going to be similar to “The Narrows” in Zion National Park in Utah. That would’ve been a big NOPE burger! We walked through rocks in both shallow and deep waters and slid down a pretty steep natural rock slide. Ropes were required to get down another steep, pass in the canyon, and then at the end had the choice to rappel, climb a slippery, mossy wall or just jump 20 feet into the water below (I did the latter, which was much easier and time saving!) Then we had to turn around and find a way all the way back to the beginning…which was more difficult as you are climbing tall, wet and slick walls to get back to the starting point. All of that being said, it was absolutely gorgeous, the canyon walls in the waterfalls in the turquoise water made it all worthwhile. We had four guides with us, and they were very much needed and appreciated. They had to work very hard to get all of us up and down some treacherous areas. We were also geared up with helmets, life, vests, and rappelling harnesses. This person is not for the faint hearted nor people afraid of water or heights. You must be in decent physical condition, and I strongly strongly recommend that you go with a company who can guide you safely.

Such a beautiful spot, with easy access. Bring a picnic, and your bathing suit to fully enjoy this fully.