EXPLORE
Take the scenic route.
Waterfall hikes, caves & rainforest adventures
REAL MOMENTS FROM OUR PAST PROGRAMA JEWISH BOYS’ ADVENTURE LIKE NO OTHER
JANUARY 21–28, 2027
7 NIGHTS • BOYS AGES 13–16
ONE PROGRAM. LIMITED TO 25 BOYS.
GOOD FRIENDS. GREAT STORIES.PANAMA CITY + BOQUETEADVENTURE FROM MORNING TO NIGHT
ORTHODOX JEWISH PROGRAMKOSHER MEALSSHOMER SHABBATENGLISH + SPANISH
01 / FROM MORNING TO NIGHT
Less ordinary.
More unforgettable.
From rainforest trails to canyon waters, days are filled from morning through evening. Big adventures, group activities, and time together—then another day to do it all again.
GET OUT ON THE WATER
A different kind of blue.
Tubing, boat rides, beaches & more
GO A LITTLE FURTHER
Find your next challenge.
Ropes courses, zip lining & ATV riding
Activities shown and listed are possibilities, subject to weather, availability and participant eligibility. Photos are from our past program.
AND THERE’S MOREWHITEWATER RAFTINGPAINTBALLGO-KARTSBOWLINGBBQSJUMP PARKS
BIG ADVENTURES. A GROUP THAT FEELS LIKE YOURS.
The best part?
Who you share it with.
One group of 25 boys. Madrichim alongside you. New experiences to share, meals together, and a Shabbat that brings everyone closer.
Built on an annual program for Jewish boys in Panama, Yeshiva Week Unpacked welcomes boys from Orthodox communities across the United States.
02 / THE WEEK, TAKEN CARE OF
You bring the excitement.
We handle Panama.
Once the boys arrive, the program brings lodging, meals, transportation, supervision and scheduled adventures together.
A place to settle in
Private group accommodations in Panama City and stays arranged in Boquete, with time to recharge between full days of adventure.
Meals shared together
Kosher meals throughout the program. Food under Shevet Ahim, Comunidad Hebrea de Panamá, with chalak Beit Yosef meat.
The journey included
All program ground and boat transportation, including coach travel between Panama City and Boquete.
People by their side
Group counselors and madrichim, organized activities, and leadership from Shlomo Kortovich.
A shared journey from New York.
A chaperone will accompany a designated New York flight. Flight details will be provided before booking. International airfare is not included.
03 / ADVENTURE WITH JEWISH LIFE AT ITS HEART
A week they’ll love.
Values you share.
Tefillah three times a day, kosher food, optional learning, and a fully Shomer Shabbat program are part of the experience.
Tefillah three times dailyKosher mealsShomer ShabbatLearning available
04 / GOOD QUESTIONS
For the
parents.
When is the program?
Our planned dates are January 21–28, 2027: eight calendar days and seven nights. There is one program this year, limited to 25 boys. Confirm the dates against your son’s school vacation before making travel arrangements.
Who is the program for?
Jewish boys ages 13–16 from Orthodox communities. We welcome families throughout the United States. The team speaks English and Spanish.
Where will the boys travel?
Panama City and Boquete are the destinations for this program. Ground transportation is included; there are no internal flights. Bocas del Toro is not part of this year’s itinerary.
What does the program fee cover?
Lodging, kosher meals, counselors, scheduled activities and all program ground and boat transportation are included. International airfare is separate. Tuition and registration terms will be announced before enrollment opens.
How does the chaperoned flight work?
A chaperone will travel on a specific flight from New York. Families book airfare separately. The designated flight and airport arrangements will be shared before booking; other flights do not automatically include a chaperone.
Are all the activities guaranteed?
The activity lineup depends on weather, availability and participant eligibility. The final itinerary will be shared as arrangements are confirmed. Shabbat has its own observant program.
How do we register?
Start with the parent interest form below. We will use your details to contact you about tuition, enrollment and the designated New York flight. Submitting interest does not reserve a place or commit you to payment.
YESHIVA WEEK UNPACKED / PANAMA 2027
One week.
A world of adventure.
JANUARY 21–28, 2027 · 7 NIGHTS · AGES 13–16
Limited to 25 boys. Join the interest list below.
YOUR SON’S NEXT ADVENTURE STARTS HERE
Your next
adventure.
Interested in Panama 2027? Leave your details and our team can contact you with tuition and enrollment information.
JANUARY 21–28, 2027
7 NIGHTS · BOYS 13–16 · 25 PLACES
7 NIGHTS · BOYS 13–16 · 25 PLACES
For parents and legal guardians. This is an expression of interest, not confirmed enrollment. No payment is collected and no place is reserved.