Bocas del Toro is a collection of islands and some mainland on Panama’s western Caribbean coast. As well as the main 9 islands there are hundreds of tiny islands to visit and explore.
Most importantly, Bocas is the heart of Panama’s growing Eco-tourism industry. However, most of the area doesn’t have an electricity grid so solar and water provide much of the power.
So, if you are traveling here by car you will need to allow a day to drive from Panama City.
The journey will take around 12 hours. Lots of people choose to fly which takes less than 2 hours.
Bocas del Toro offers plenty of accommodation options to suit all budgets.
You can choose from something as simple as renting a tent all the way through to a luxury lodge. The prices vary depending on what you want.
You will not be lacking things to do in Bocas. It has some of Panama’s best beaches. You can go to a tourist-oriented beach like Red Frog Beach or get a boat to one of the small empty beaches.
Also, Bocas is a prime destination for snorkeling. The mangroves are a nursery to an array of different fish. You can also see dolphins if you travel further out.
Bocas is one of Panama’s best surfing locations. As a result, people are now traveling from all over the world to Bocas for the consistent warm water waves. There are beach breaks and reefs to suit all abilities.
Plus, Bocas also has surf schools and places offering board hire.
Bocas is popular with backpackers and surfers and has the reputation of being a party town. Therefore, you’ll see lots of bars including one with a water trampoline.
Most nights you will be able to find a rum-fuelled party somewhere. If alcohol-induced mayhem is not your scene, you can find tranquility here easily enough.
Many remote islands offer a complete escape from the world.
So, if you are traveling here by car you will need to allow a day to drive from Panama City.
The journey will take around 12 hours. Lots of people choose to fly which takes less than 2 hours.
Bocas del Toro offers plenty of accommodation options to suit all budgets.
You can choose from something as simple as renting a tent all the way through to a luxury lodge. The prices vary depending on what you want.
You will not be lacking things to do in Bocas. It has some of Panama’s best beaches. You can go to a tourist-oriented beach like Red Frog Beach or get a boat to one of the small empty beaches.
Also, Bocas is a prime destination for snorkeling. The mangroves are a nursery to an array of different fish. You can also see dolphins if you travel further out.
Bocas is one of Panama’s best surfing locations. As a result, people are now traveling from all over the world to Bocas for the consistent warm water waves. There are beach breaks and reefs to suit all abilities. Plus, Bocas also has surf schools and places offering board hire.
Bocas is popular with backpackers and surfers and has the reputation of being a party town. Therefore, you’ll see lots of bars including one with a water trampoline.
Most nights you will be able to find a rum-fuelled party somewhere. If alcohol-induced mayhem is not your scene, you can find tranquility here easily enough. Many remote islands offer a complete escape from the world.
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