Bocas del Toro, a Place Hard to Leave…

The province of Bocas del Toro is one hour flight from Panama City and it is also possible to reach it by bus and to take a taxi boat to reach island Colon, which is the main one.

The place is much known for being touristic, almost everybody speaks English there and the economy is mainly base on tourism.

Colon is the principal island of the archipelago and all the habitants know each other. One day is sufficient to get familiar with the area and the people living there.

The habitants are really welcoming and surf is one of the most practiced sports thanks to its beautiful spots where the waves can reach astonishing highs. The variety of isolated beaches will please those willing to have some privacy.

If you are surf adept, make sure to stop by Grand Kahuana Hostal. It is located on the main street just in front of the ocean. This small hotel has common rooms with individual lockers. It also has a nice living room with a bar, a TV and internet to relax at the end of the day. It’s even possible to take some surf classes for people willing to discover this beautiful sport.

On the islands there are few cars and many people move by bike, which is really nice. It is possible to rent a bike for one hour or one day. The variety of hotels and restaurants will please everybody.

Many other activities are available. Lot of taxi boats offer to take you on a tour to discover the surroundings for very reasonable prices. You will be able to discover the Red Frog Beach with its famous red frogs that kids will be happy to show to get some money.

It’s also possible to observe the dolphins, practice scuba diving or snorkeling to admire the beauty of the marine life. It’s a real pleasure to observe the variety of species so if you have a water proof camera, make surer to take it with you.

Bocas del Toro is definitely a destination that must be seen if you come to Panama. You feel at home from the first minute of arrival and it’s difficult to leave this paradise where you could easily live all the year in this area that has everything to please the visitors.

Article written by Quentin Habert, French intern for Panama Travel Group about his experience in Isla Colon.