EXPLORE
Take the scenic route.
Waterfall hikes, caves & rainforest adventures
REAL MOMENTS FROM OUR PAST PROGRAMA JEWISH BOYS’ ADVENTURE LIKE NO OTHER
Teens Unpacked: Panama 2027, a Jewish adventure for boys 13–16
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
THE FILM
See it
for yourself.
Real footage from our past programs: lake crossings, canyon pools, caves and the island, cut to music. See all the photos and clips
Music only, no speech. Footage from our past programs; activities vary with weather and availability.
What the film shows
A short film of our past Teens programs, cut to music. There is no speech.
- Speedboats on a lake and through wetlands
- River tubing, canyon pools and waterfalls
- A jump park, a high ropes course and a zip line
- Paintball, go-karts and bowling
- Cave walks with headlamps
- A boat ride to an island, the beach and a floating mat
- Learning together in a beit midrash
- The whole group together
Text on screen:
- ONE WEEK. A WORLD OF ADVENTURE.
- Place and activity labels. On-screen labels include GATÚN LAKE and CONTADORA ISLAND, and activities such as RIVER TUBING, HIGH ROPES and PAINTBALL
- The closing card: the campaign logo, TEENS UNPACKED, BOYS 13–16, JANUARY 21–28, 2027, “Call or WhatsApp 646-262-3283” and panamaunpacked.com
Music: “Upbeat Energetic Rock” by Kulakovka via Pixabay
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.
Teens Unpacked welcomes boys from Orthodox communities across the United States on an annual adventure in Panama.
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.
Program price
EARLY-BIRD · ENROLL BY NOVEMBER 30
$3,850 per boy
Regular price $4,400 from December 1
International airfare not included. Call us to enroll, or register your interest and we’ll contact you.
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, Torah 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 it cost?
The early-bird price is $3,850 per boy for families who enroll by November 30, 2026. From December 1, 2026 the price is $4,400 per boy. International airfare is not included. To enroll, call Jack at 646-262-3283.
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.
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?
Call Jack at 646-262-3283, or start with the parent interest form below. We will use your details to contact you about enrollment and the designated New York flight. Submitting interest does not reserve a place or commit you to payment.
Are you affiliated with Panama Yeshiva Week, Go Beyond Inc, or Fresh Kosher Inc.?
No. Yeshiva Week Unpacked is an independent program and is not affiliated with Panama Yeshiva Week, Go Beyond Inc, or Fresh Kosher Inc. For questions about our program, call Jack at 646-262-3283 or Shlomo at 905-471-7501.
TEENS 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 enrollment information.
JANUARY 21–28, 2027
7 NIGHTS · BOYS 13–16 · 25 PLACES
7 NIGHTS · BOYS 13–16 · 25 PLACES
Early-bird $3,850 per boy when you enroll by November 30 ($4,400 from December 1). Call us to enroll.
QUESTIONS? TALK TO US
- Jack646-262-3283WhatsApp
- Shlomo905-471-7501WhatsApp
For parents and legal guardians. This is an expression of interest, not confirmed enrollment. No payment is collected and no place is reserved.