The Cruce del Istmo is a premier mountain biking event in Panama, organized by Active Travel Agency, a company specializing in adventure tourism and sports event management. Active Travel Agency is dedicated to providing unique and challenging experiences for athletes and adventure enthusiasts, focusing on promoting Panama’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

About Active Travel Agency:

• Specialization: Active Travel Agency organises and promotes adventure sports events, particularly in cycling and mountain biking. Their expertise creates seamless and memorable experiences for participants, combining athletic challenges with cultural immersion.
• Mission: The agency aims to showcase Panama as a prime destination for adventure tourism by organizing events highlighting the country’s diverse landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Cruce del Istmo Event:

• Overview: The Cruce del Istmo is considered one of the toughest endurance events in Panama. It involves crossing the Republic of Panama from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, bordering the Panama Canal, traversing the great Gatun Lake in cayucos (traditional wooden canoes), and passing through tropical rainforests—all in a single day.
• Route Details: The race features a mixed route of 120 kilometers with a cumulative positive gradient of 1800 meters, divided into 70% off-road and 30% asphalt. It is suitable for MTB, gravel, and e-bikes.
• Participant Experience: Active Travel Agency offers comprehensive travel packages for participants, including accommodations, transportation, bike assembly services, city tours, and more, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience for all attendees.

Through events like the Cruce del Istmo, Active Travel Agency is pivotal in promoting adventure tourism in Panama, providing athletes with challenging and culturally rich experiences that highlight the country’s unique geographical and historical significance.