About Bocas Del Toro

Situated next to Costa Rica in West Panama, Bocas Del Toro is a place of unspoiled and unpolluted nature, and is emerging as the new Galapagos of the 21st century. In this ecological paradise there is array of attractions, white sand beaches accompanied with clear warm waters fringed with lush rainforest and palm trees.

There are many places to visit and so much to do. The waters here are excellent for diving and snorkeling all year round, and the coral formations that inhabit these reefs are some of the best in the world, and are also home to a diversity of marine life. If you enjoy surfing, Bocas’s northern beaches provide excellent conditions for boogie boarding, surfing and kayaking, making Bocas the perfect venue for many surfing competitions throughout the year. Trekking tours through the rain forests are available on the island of Bastimentos, where you will be able to enjoy bathing in cool springs whilst being in the company of monkeys, sloths and parrots. Experience mother nature at her most beautiful!

Bocas town is a lively and vibrant place. The people are wonderful and always smiling. The town has many places to stay and a variety of restaurants serving everything from Chinese to Italian not forgetting the local cuisines of fresh seafood accompanied with the amazing flavors of Bocas - the home made hot pepper sauce is great on just about everything but be careful when you pour! The night life in Bocas offers an assortment of salsa and modern music that will have you dancing til dawn.

The beauty of this place is astounding and the warmth of the people amazing – Bocas truly is an unforgettable place.

What to Bring

  • Your swim suit and a towel
  • If you plan on diving please bring your diving certification and dive log, and personal diving gear if you have it, otherwise we can provide what you need.
  • Sun protection -- Hat, long sleeved shirt, sunglasses, plenty of sun block (There's a limited selection on the island), sunburn remedy
  • Camera
  • Books to read (there are a few small book exchanges around and few English languages books can be purchased on the island)
  • U.S. Cash, Visa or MasterCard. Travellers cheques in U.S. dollars can be changed only at the bank and other currencies are not accepted on the island. There is an ATM on the island for cash advances on your card. Payment by credit card will incur a 5% bank charge
  • Panama Visa.
  • Malaria protection is NOT necessary in this area.
  • Passport, photo I.D. or a photocopy of your passport must be carried at all times in town - it is law after 9pm.

     


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