The Coiba Journal
Wildlife guides, seasonal tips and stories from Panama's wildest marine park.
Wildlife guides, seasonal tips and stories from Panama's wildest marine park.
Sea turtles, reef sharks, hammerheads, whale sharks, manta rays and humpback whales — meet the cast of Coiba's underwater world and learn the best months to see each one.
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From the morning briefing to the sunset — an honest walkthrough with real photos. In EN, ES, FR & DE.
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City, canal, culture and the wild reefs of Coiba — one week, perfectly balanced. In EN, ES, FR & DE.
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From the Canal to the Caribbean — and how every stop connects with Coiba. In EN, ES, FR & DE.
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Whale season, dry season and green season — how to pick the perfect month for your Coiba adventure.
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Turtles, reef sharks and coral gardens — an honest first-hand guide for first-time snorkelers.
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Rental car, bus or private shuttle — every option with times, costs and practical tips.
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Why travelers book with us — and our honest tip on the best place to stay in the gateway town to Coiba.
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Two oceans, rainforests, the canal and world-class reefs — everything you need to plan an unforgettable trip to Panama.
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Since June 2026 the former prison area holds an active detention facility. The park itself remains open — here's the full story.
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From Panama City and the Canal to islands, the highlands and the wild reefs of Coiba — the best things to see and do.
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Easy to reach, easy on the wallet and genuinely wild — why Panama belongs on your list, with Coiba as the crown jewel.
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How to get there, the best time to go, what a tour costs and what you'll see.
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Why Coiba is called the Galápagos of Central America — and how they really compare.
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How a remote Panama island became one of the planet's great natural treasures.
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Reef-safe sunscreen, hat, waterproof camera and more — exactly what to bring.
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How a feared island prison accidentally preserved one of the greatest coral reefs in the Pacific.
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When humpbacks arrive, where to see them and how to combine whales with snorkeling.
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From penal colony to protected paradise — the story behind Central America's largest island.
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Step-by-step directions from Panama City to the gateway town of Santa Catalina.
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