Choosing the best place to live will always depend on every buyer’s expectations. However,
over the past year, more and more people are looking for options outside the city to live in and
enjoy a more relaxed life while still being connected to work or study, but with a vacation mode
feel. This is the case for people that choose a mountain property as their home.

The mountains continue to gain followers and residents around the world and Panama is not
the exception. The isthmus, as Panama is known as, has wonderful places in the mountains to
invest in real estate, enjoy retirement, for a holiday home, and to settle in with your family,
with all the comforts and privileges that the city can offer.

That’s why, in this article we’ll give you five reasons why investing and living in the Panamanian
mountains could be one of the best decisions you ever make..

5 reasons to live in a mountain home in Panama

1. Better weather

First, we must mention the weather. The abundant mountain vegetation makes the air quality
superb. The mountain temperature (75F) and exquisite natural beauty make it an excellent
option for those looking for highlands and a cool weather all day.
This is not unusual, when several mountain regions have elevations between 5.900 and 11.000
feet. This is the case of Altos del María, one of the most exclusive mountain areas in the
country that always offers mild and fresh weather ready to energize its residents every day.
Without a doubt, this is a place that has perfect weather to hide from the heat and is less than
thirty minutes away from the beach. Discover 3 places in Panama with cool weather.

2. Contact with nature

When we talk nature, it is impossible not to mention the forest in Altos del María. An
unmissable place for anyone that enjoys nature trails, breathing in fresh air, and close contact
to the mountain environment.

Discovering the local flora and fauna along the more than 6 miles of nature trails is one of the
most popular activities in the area, where you’ll marvel at the rivers and the exuberant
landscapes throughout your walks.

Nature has not only been enjoyed by the locals but also by residents in the area who have
succumbed to the wonder of waking up every day –in your own mountain home–, to the sound
of birdsongs, the rainy forest, and the picture-perfect moments gifted by the sunrises in Altos del María. 

3. A wealth of activities

The Panamanian mountains offer beautiful trails and landscapes that few places in the world
can match. Apart from the spectacular views there are also exciting activities for everyone
looking to invest or wanting to live in this area.

In the case of Altos del María, its trails and paths –that are right next to your home– aren’t only
suitable for walks and biking. This place is known for being one of the best locations in the
world for birdwatching, with towers and observatories. Specialists believe that there are
currently over 230 bird species that can be seen, which account for approximately 30% of all
bird species in Panama.

Mountain climbing is another activity, specifically on Picacho mountain. And for the less daring,
there are great places for hiking like Cerro Gaital, where on the mountaintop on a clear day,
you can see both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. Without a doubt, breathtaking
viewpoints fort this magnific mountain area.

4. Tranquility and safety

Living in the mountains is synonymous with tranquility, and in well-developed places like Altos
del María, it’s also synonymous with safety. Which is why, more and more retirees and young
families are coming, looking for a relaxed and pleasant lifestyle without having to sacrifice the
luxuries and comforts of modern life.

The mountains –especially Altos del María– can be the perfect place to establish oneself in and
have everything that a family needs in this day and age, with the safety that an exclusive
community provides, with all the services (electricity, water, phone services, Internet, highway
administration, a gate guard and more) to maintain the privacy of its residents while
incentivizing the contact and enjoyment of the natural environment.

Without a doubt, this is the ideal mountain area where peace and tranquility go in tandem with
emotional growth and a family environment.

5. Location and proximity

One of the best reasons to live and enjoy the Panamanian mountains is being able to be close
to everything and not miss out of anything. In places like Altos del María, its residents or visitors
get the chance to keep their proximity to the infrastructure and services of Panama City and all
the metro area of the country.

This way, living and vacationing in the mountains allow you to be less than 90 minutes away
from the country’s financial district, the main health centers, and all the shopping malls of
Panama. Moreso, the residents of Altos del María can travel to several nearby destinations, like
mountains or beaches on the Pacific. You’ll always be close to everything from your mountain
home.

These and many other reasons make Altos del María one of Panama’s best mountain
communities. It is one of the most exclusive areas that offers its residents the opportunity to
enjoy pleasant weather, breathtaking panoramic views, contact with nature, tranquility, and
plenty of comforts only a stone’s throw away.

If you’re ready to take advantage of this chance and want to find the best property for you to
invest in, don’t hesitate to come visit Altos del María.