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Coiba Island travel guide
Where Coiba is, how to get there, when to go and what to bring, from local guides in Santa Catalina.
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Practical, up-to-date guides to plan your trip to Coiba National Park and Santa Catalina.
How much does a Coiba Island tour cost? Prices for 2026
Shared and private tours, the park entrance fee and example budgets for couples, families and groups.
How to get to Coiba Island from Panama City
By car, bus or shuttle from Panama City to Santa Catalina, and the boat ride to the national park.
Snorkeling in Coiba National Park: what you'll see
Sea turtles, reef sharks and schools of fish: what you'll see underwater and tips for first-timers.
Whale watching in Panama: when and where to see humpbacks
The humpback season, the best months, where to see them and how to watch them responsibly.
The best time to visit Coiba Island
Dry season or green season, whale months and how the weather affects your day at sea.
Things to do in Santa Catalina, Panama
Coiba, whales, surf at Playa Estero and La Punta, Isla Catalina and the best sunset spot.
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