Visit La MICA Biological Station
La MICA Biological Station
Fundación Centro de Investigación Biológica El Cope, S.A.● Amigos Support La MICA
El Copé-La Pintada ● Provincia de Coclé ● Republica de Panama

Amigos Support La MICA
c/o Julie Ray 12458 132nd Street Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
www.lamica.org ● la.mica@yahoo.com ● t: (011-507)6-746-3942   

Amigos Support La MICA is a project of the International Humanities Center, a 501c3 nonprofit organization.
La MICA Biological Station is now welcoming guests! Come and visit us!

Our Facilities and Accommodations
Prices are updated regularly, but subject to change. Please contact us to arrange your
specific visit. Extended stay and group discounts are available. On-line reservation and
payment options coming soon!

Lodging: La MICA Biological Station currently offers tent-camping (4-person tent available
for rent) and lodging in a comfortable, traditional cabin (sleeps 4 people). A 26-person
dorm will be available very soon.

Dining: Enjoy traditional and international meals prepared by local people. Vegetarian and
boxed meal/bag lunch options are available upon request. Please
contact us with details
of your dietary requirements and we will do our best to make all necessary
accommodations.

Guiding services: Local guides are ready to assist with research or provide tours of the
amazing natural areas located near La MICA Biological Station.

Transportation: La MICA offers private transportation (1-4 persons) to and from
Tocumen International Airport (PTY), Panama City, and cities within Coclé province. We
also offer private transportation to many of the local communities and attractions. El Copé
can be reached via public buses (direct bus from Panama City
Albrook Bus Terminal,
Penonomé (Coclé) and Aguadulce (Coclé), but accommodation of extra baggage or
delicate equipment may be less than adequate or cost extra.
Notes for coming to Panama and La MICA Biological Station

Visitors are advised to check requirements for travel to Panama for their specific country of origin. Panama
has one international airport called Tocumen International Airport (code PTY) located in Panama City. Be
sure to NOT book to Panama City, Florida!

Currently malaria medication is not needed for Coclé province. Please check with the
CDC for up-to-date
information on vaccinations or disease concerns.

Please note that La MICA Biological Station is located in the mountains and temperatures can be chilly
when raining or in the evening/night. This is also a humid area located in a cloud forest (high humidity even
in the dry season of December - April). Click
here for an article with suggestions on what to bring to
Panama for the general visitor. Researchers and students, please add in your personal equipment for
research.

Check out
general information, local attractions, or lodging options for visiting friends or family in El
Cope and the surrounding area. Click
here for information to help you plan your visit to Panama.
Useful Books for your Visit
Useful Things for your Visit
Digital Camera
Binoculars
Laptops & Netbooks
Calculators
Books
Outdoor Supplies