Guariviara River

The Guariviara River is a river in Panama. It drains into the southeast shore of Chiriquí Lagoon. Guariviara River is situated northwest of Río Manantí, and northeast of Quebrada Caño Marcolino. Water is constantly cycled through the systems of land ice, soil, lakes, groundwater (in part), and river channels, however. In The Guariviara River, the discharge of rivers to the oceans delivers to these systems the equivalent of the water vapor that is blown overland and then consequently precipitated as rain or snow—i.e., some 7 percent of mean annual precipitation on the globe and 30 percent of precipitation on land areas.

Panama's rivers drain into the Pacific Ocean as well as the Caribbean Sea. In central Panama, ancient villages were formed along the banks of rivers, and many of these streams remain a vital link to the environment, culture, and energy today. Some rivers, such as those in the Boquete area, are particularly popular with rafts and birders, while others have cultural value due to their ties to indigenous tribes. Travelers to Panama will interact with these rivers for a variety of reasons, including recreation, education, and transportation.