What to do in Bocas del Toro? Surf, dive, sail, learn Spanish, dance salsa, practice yoga, hike jungle, snorkle the Caribbean, go on beach excursions with friendly local guides, cacao farm tours, cultural activities, and special events! Scroll and you will find a list of companies that provide many of the must-do experiences that Bocas del Toro, Panama has to offer. If you don’t see what you’re looking for here, you might find it on our events page or restaurants and nightlife section. Feel free to reach out to +507 6537-0405 on WhatsApp or editor@thebocasbreeze.com for more info on what to do in Bocas.
Bocas Dive Center
Dive with the only 5* PADI IDC center in Bocas for a five star experience. You can try diving for the first time, earn your PADI certification, or come fun diving. Our highly experienced Instructors and Divemasters will ensure your safety is always number one priority. The Center is conveniently located in Bocas Town, Isla Colon. We are the #1 dive center on TripAdvisor in Bocas – read what divers say about us here.
Book your dives today! | Follow us on Insta: @bocasdivecenter
Monday-Sunday 8am-8pm
Divers Paradise Boutique Hotel
Avenida Sur and Calle 4. Google Maps
Flying Pirates ATV & E-Bike Adventures
Go where the taxis don’t take you and explore a 1,500 acre rainforest on your own four wheels! Blast through jungle trails on ATVs (quads), stopping at pristine beaches and natural water formations for swimming and snorkeling. Surf racks and lock boxes available. Also available for exploring the island: E-bikes and dirt bikes. Staying for a while? Ask about long-term rental pricing.
Open every day 9am to 6:30pm
Main location: Isla Colon, where the pavement ends, next to Skully’s – Google Maps
Bocas Town location: across Banco Nacional on Avenida Luis Russell (Ave E) – Google Maps
Website: flyingpiratesbocas.com
Email: FlyingPirates@yahoo.com or FlyingPiratesPPal@gmail.com
Cell/WhatsApp: +507 6689-5050 and +1 661-319-9100
La Coralina Island Spa
A sacred place, hidden in the tropical rainforest where guests come to wind down, learn about their bodies, and delve into themselves to discover insights and live a better life. La Coralina Island Spa embraces ancient healing rituals from around the world.
Therapeutic massages:deep tissue, relaxing, acupressure, lymphatic drainage, Thai Treatments: acupuncture, reflexology, reiki, exfoliation and body hydration, jin shin jyutsu, breathwork yoga, physical training, gym, and an ever-changing menu of special treatments, retreats and activities.
Follow @lacoralinaislandhouse on Instagram to stay up to date on the latest spa activities.
https://www.lacoralinaislandhouse.com/wellness
Located on Isla Colon, Paunch Beach – Google Maps
Open Monday-Sunday 7am-8pm
Telephone: (507) 851-0800
spa@lacoralinaislandhouse.com
Panama Sailing
Explore Bocas del Toro on amazing vessels. Sunset cruises every day. Rentals of kayak, SUP and hobbie cat. Also: Escuelita Nautica sailing school for all ages (Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5:30). +507 6668-6849
Monday-Saturday 8am-6pm
Avenida Sur, between Calle 4 & 5
Waterworld Adventours sign on the gate.Google Maps
IG: @panamasailing
The Floating Bar
Only the Fodor’s #1 rated floating bar in the world! Your ideal spot for jumping into the Caribbean Sea off the top of a barge, floating around, snorkeling mangroves islands. This barge is rocked by a different local band every Music Monday at 4pm. Also weekly: $6 for 2 tacos for Taco Tuesdays (and Taco Thursdays). Float & Flow Yoga on Saturday mornings at 10:30am. $2 / 2 minute boat ride from Bocas Town.
Monday-Sunday 12pm-sunset
FB: The Floating Bar | IG: @the.floating.bar
Located floating off the south side of Isla Colon (Google Maps)
La Jungle Chocolate Farm & Permaculture Tour
Experience the magic of cacao and jungle-to-table cuisine on Isla Bastimentos!
Explore the sustainable tropical forest crop, cacao, as you walk among thousands of trees. The cacao thrives under the jungle canopy, free of pesticides and fertilizers. Watch White-faced capuchin and Western Night Monkeys enjoying the pods. Discover the process of producing 100% pure chocolate, from vibrant pods to fermented, dried, and roasted beans. The tour includes a walk through the permaculture and cacao farm, cocoa processing demonstration, and a 3-hour duration.
Booking: info@thejunglelodge.com or WhatsApp at +507 6517-4718
La Loma Jungle Lodge & Chocolate Farm website
Up in the Hill ***TEMPORARILY CLOSED***
As of July 2024, Up in the Hill is closed for maintenance.
Permaculture & chocolate farm jungle tours and gift shop. Check out the Pure Tree line of products made with plants from the organic garden. www.upinthehill.com
+507 6607-8962
upinthehill.shop@gmail.com
Top of the hill, Bastimentos Island