Clear Waters, Surfing Waves and Local Culture
Panama has access to both the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean (Atlantic) Sea. You can start the day watching the sunrise on a Caribbean beach and end watching the sunset on a Pacific beach. You have at your disposal more than 2,900 kilometers of coastline along both shores of the continent. There are so many beaches in Panama that you will always find activities such as surfing, windsurfing, fishing, kayaking, beach volleyball, snorkeling or simply contemplating nature in a hammock with a refreshing drink.
- Pacífic Beaches
Panama’s Pacific coast has many beaches, from calm waters to top surfing destinations with constantly changing tides. There are beaches with both black and pearly white sand. Many are perfect for day trips from Panama City due to their proximity. You will enjoy warm winds and exuberant flora.
La Barqueta Beach, the Perfect Getaway from David
If there is a beach that is ideal for surfing is La Barqueta. Deep and with strong waves, it is a place that is recommended more for adults looking to do more intense activities.
At only 30 minutes from David in Chiriqui, this beach is visited by thousands of tourists who love good waves. In certain seasons of the year, you can watch whales from the shore and even the arrival of different species of sea turtles.
Nature and Big Waves at Cambutal Beach in Los Santos
If you like remote beaches with a quiet environment where it is possible to enjoy a more intense experience with nature, Cambutal is for you. Here the mountains meet the sea, accompanied by tropical fauna and flora.
Although the town is small, Cambutal has a long list of activities, such as surfing, bird watching, dolphin and whale watching (May to August), snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, turtle watching (between May and October), cycling and yoga.
Farallon Beach in Cocle, a Paradise that Waits for You
Considered one of the most attractive destinations in the Pacific region and is at only two hours away from Panama City. Located in Rio Hato, this beach is a must-visit if you love the sun and the beach. It has an excellent tourist infrastructure and is suitable for practicing various water activities such as jetski, kayak, boat trips, beach sports, among others. From the shore there is a rocky island of volcanic origin that you can visit by boat.
Visit the Largest Beach Community in Coronado, West Panama
Located just 1 and a half hours from Panama City, Coronado has been for many years the favorite place for many Panamanians and foreigners seeking sun and sea, making it a thriving beach community.
In Coronado you can acquire properties at a good price and with high quality infrastructure. There is everything here, a Country Club, large supermarkets, a golf course, a shopping center and many activities.
Punta Chame, the Paradise of Extreme Sports
Punta Chame is a long, narrow peninsula with an ocean on both sides and endless white sand beaches. The beach is ideal for swimming or bathing. If you like water sports like windsurfing and kiteboarding, you are in the perfect place. From this beach you can take a boat to Taborcillo Island and visit the tourist complex in honor of the famous Western movie actor John Wayne, and which is located on this private island.
We invite you to also visit these beaches:
▪️Playa Toro, at a few minutes from Pedasi, is an ideal place to enjoy a day of sun.
▪️Las Lajas, the longest and widest beach in Panama located in Chiriqui.
▪️Playa Veracruz, the closest beach to Panama City and full of gastronomic options to enjoy.
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- Atlantic
If you’re looking for calm waves and relaxing breezes, visit the beaches located in the Caribbean region of Panama. Here are some of the most beautiful beaches, most of them uninhabited, such as the archipelagos of San Blas and Bocas del Toro. Lose yourself in crystal clear waters, white sand beaches, green palm trees and a particularly relaxed atmosphere, in the purest Caribbean style.
Playa Blanca on Costa Arriba de Colon, a Tropical Adventure
Located in the District of Portobelo in Colon Province. It is a place with beautiful crystal clear waters, it has a reef area with a great diversity of fish.
To get to this paradise you have to go by boat from Portobelo, Jose Pobre or Cacique. It is a journey of around 20 minutes where you will enjoy beautiful natural landscapes. Upon arrival, you will see a variety of bird species and howler monkeys on the beach.
Playa La Miel, the Farthest Paradise in Darien
La Miel is a town with approximately 200 inhabitants and a beautiful beach with white sand and turquoise water, which borders Cabo Tiburon. Geographically it is part of Guna Yala, but its inhabitants are of African descent. You will love this region because of its exotic nature. You arrive at La Miel by Charter flight from Panama and by sea departing from Carti, Guna Yala. In both you arrive at Puerto de Obaldia and from there you travel by boat to La Miel.
Tour the Fascinating Beaches of Costa Abajo de Colon
After crossing the waters of the Panama Canal over the bridge in the Atlantic, you are officially on Costa Abajo de Colon. Before reaching the coast you have to border the protective forest of San Lorenzo along a road that gives you beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea. The highway passes through the coastal communities of Achiote, Icacal, Palmas Bellas, Salud, Gobea, Piñas, Rio Indio and Miguel de la Borda. Each one has beaches that you can enjoy, restaurants where you can eat, and places where you can stay.
Enjoy Life in Playa del Drago Bocas del Toro
Boca del Drago is in the district of Almirante, province of Bocas del Toro. This area is where Christopher Columbus docked 500 years ago on his fourth and last voyage in 1502. This beach is ideal for going out and practicing diving or snorkeling in the coral reefs found in the surrounding area. It is also the starting point to reach the beautiful Estrella Beach and also Pajaros Island.
Surround yourself with Virgin Nature at Playa Wizard, Bocas del Toro
This is the most beautiful beach on Isla Bastimentos with transparent waters, full of fine yellow sand and surrounded by a thick jungle covered with vines. From this point you can reach Old Bank by a nature trail that usually takes 20 minutes. The path continues along the coast to Playa Segunda and Playa Red Frog, which are also beautiful places worth visiting.
We invite you to also visit these beaches:
▪️Calovebora, the welcome door to the veraguense Caribbean with activities and places to stay.
▪️La Angosta Beach, the most popular of many people in Colon for its calm and transparent waters.
▪️Playa Estrella, a paradise in Bocas del Toro where you will see large starfish, a unique place in the world.
