Top Beaches and Islands

Panamá, uniquely positioned as the isthmus connecting North and South America, provides a unique beach experience with coasts on the Pacific and Caribbean oceans! With over 1,800 miles of coastline and more than 1,400 islands and cays, Panamá is a sea lover’s dream. Our country is renowned for world-class surfing, fishing, and diving, welcoming first-timers and seasoned adventurers.

Panamá’s Pacific coast is known for its beaches that cater to every preference. Here, you can find everything from hidden bays perfect for kayaking to dynamic surf spots with waves of all sizes. Many beaches are just a short drive from Panama City, making them perfect for a weekend or even a day trip. Visitors to the Pacific side can enjoy the warm winds, rich greenery, ample sunshine, and even sightings of humpback whales during migration seasons. 

While on the Caribbean side, the pace winds down on the idyllic beaches of the San Blas Islands, the Bocas Del Toro archipelago, and Portobelo. These areas are famous for crystal-clear waters and fine white sands, perfect for paddleboarding, snorkeling, and birdwatching.

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Caribbean

On Panama's Caribbean coast, you will experience crystal clear waters, white-sand beaches, calm...

Pacific Ocean

Panama’s Pacific coastline stretches approximately 1,000 miles, and water conditions at its...

Places to Visit in Panamá

Panama City

Panama City is much more than the country's capital. Here you can pedal in front of a skyline...

Boquete

Boquete is a colorful, wooded valley surrounded by the mountains of Chiriquí, in northwestern...

Portobelo

In the province of Colón, facing the Caribbean Sea, you'll find Portobelo. Legend has it...

Tierras Altas

The Tierras Altas region is a quite different place from the rest of Panamá. It is a...

Riviera Pacifica

The Riviera Pacifica extends along the Pan-American Highway, a 25 mile (40 km) stretch of road...

Bocas del Toro

Bocas del Toro is one of the favorite destinations among Panamanians and visitors. Just a 45-minute...

El Valle de Anton

El Valle de Anton is a beautiful mountain town nestled in the crater of an extinct volcano. Located...

Gulf of Chiriqui

The Gulf of Chiriquí extends along Panama’s Pacific coast from the Costa Rican border...

Taboga Island

Isla Taboga, or the Island of Flowers, is a volcanic island characterized by rich tropical plant...

Panama Canal

Arguably the most famous attraction in Panamá is the Panama Canal. As one of the 7 Wonders of...