The price includes a local guide who will accompany you for a few hours and you can purchase a picnic lunch at the hotel's restaurant to take with you. They are numerous in this area and many are classified as uncommon. The flight of the male quetzal with its extraordinary train is an awesome and unforgettable sight. A good map is essential. Cloudforest hiking can be quite demanding so pace yourself.
Some paths are difficult to find and in remote areas so it is best to hire a guide.
Do bring appropriate clothing. The Chiriqui Highlands can be cold and damp and on long walks, there is always the risk of hypothermia. Do be patient with the facilities and services available. While lowland Panamanians have always sought the invigorating weather of the highlands, international tourism is relatively new. Los Quetzales is an exquisite hideaway nestled within the boundaries of La Amistad International Park.