Bocas del Toro Travel Guide

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The Bocas del Toro Travel Blog is a Blog dedicated to providing honest, insider information and guides about Bocas del Toro, Panama, so that travelers can have the best possible Bocas experience.

Our travel guides are written from years of experience adventuring and guiding around the islands. We have lived in Bocas full time since 2015 and have extensive knowledge of the islands and its people.

Our most popular travel guides include: Everything you need to know about Bocas del Toro Surf, The best Time to visit Bocas del Toro, Where to Stay in Bocas del Toro, The Ultimate Activity Guide to Bocas del Toro, and why we think Bocas del Toro is worth visiting.

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10 Day Panama Itinerary for Bocas del Toro (With Costs)

Embark on a thrilling journey through the heart of Central America as we unveil the ultimate 10-day Panama itinerary, where adventure, culture, and natural wonders collide in an unforgettable experience. This 10-day travel itinerary for Panama mostly focuses on Bocas del Toro, with some time spent in Panama City to see the Canal and explore […]

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The Best Hostels in Bocas del Toro, Panama for 2023 (A Local’s Guide)

Hostels were the first big accommodation type in Bocas del Toro when tourism started over 20 years ago. Surfers were the first to discover the islands for the tropical paradise that they are, and a few hostels popped up to meet the demand. Jump to 2023, and you’ve got more than a few excellent hostels

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The Best TIme To Visit Bocas del Toro Panama + Monthly Weather Guide

The best time to visit Bocas del Toro, Panama is during the dry season from January to mid-April. Locals will also tell you that September, October and November are great months to visit. Overall, these months are statistically the driest and sunniest months of the year and your best bet to have beautiful Caribbean weather

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Where to Stay in Bocas del Toro, Panama (Island and Area Guide)

Choosing where to stay in Bocas del Toro, Panama is a difficult task for anyone who hasn’t been here before. Our Caribbean Island Archipelago is full of small, boutique-style accommodations that are spread throughout many different islands and communities. Each island offers a different experience and location plays a huge factor in what that experience will

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Bocas del Toro, Panama: A Local’s Ultimate Travel Guide

This is The Ultimate Travel Guide to Bocas del Toro, Panama. We wrote this guide because we know Bocas del Toro is a challenging destination that requires research and guidance in order to achieve the best experience. You need to understand the geographical layout of the islands, how the areas and islands differ, and what

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17 BEST Places to Stay in Bocas del Toro Panama (Quick Guide)

The best places to stay in Bocas del Toro Panama include overwater bungalows, tree houses, overwater hotels, and rainforest canopy lodges. Bocas del Toro is a Caribbean archipelago unlike any other in Latin America! We have lived in Bocas del Toro since 2015 and have watched it develop into one of the Caribbean’s premier destinations

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9 Must-See Overwater Places to Stay in Bocas del Toro Panama

Bocas del Toro, Panama is an island archipelago much like the Maldives or Fiji, featuring several overwater bungalow places to stay, as well as overwater hotels, hostels, lodges, and AirBnb’s. In Bocas del Toro, being over the water isn’t just for luxury resorts, it’s the local way of life! We have been living in Bocas

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Isla Bastimentos Travel Guide

Isla Bastimentos Panama Quick Travel Guide (By a Local)

Isla Bastimentos in Panama is the largest island in the Bocas del Toro archipelago and one of the most popular islands for tourism. The Afro-Caribbean town of Old Bank is the capital of the island and the second-largest population center in the archipelago. Other areas of interest for tourism on Isla Bastimentos in Panama are

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