Forbidden for almost a century, untouched ever since. Snorkel one of the richest marine reserves on Earth with the local team that takes you out — never a middleman.
You're spending a full day inside one of Panama's most protected marine ecosystems, with the local crew that runs the boat. We meet at 8:00 am and you're back in Santa Catalina around 4:00 pm.
Every tour departs from Santa Catalina with gear, life vests, a local guide and lunch included.
Year-roundThree snorkel stops at Coco Pequeño, Coco Grande and Islas Canales, plus a visit to Ranchería Island and the Coiba visitor center. Turtles, reef sharks and tropical fish.
Jul – Oct onlyBe on the boat when humpbacks pass (July–October). Two options: whales only, or whales + Coiba with snorkeling.
Year-roundYour own boat, your own route — Coiba private from $550. Custom days for families, groups and photographers.
Rated 4.7 ★ from 150+ real Google reviews — here's what travelers say after exploring Coiba with us.
“Ricky was a fantastic, knowledgeable guide. At the first spot he showed us a whitetip reef shark hiding and a giant lobster, and at the next we saw four turtles. The beach was stunning — 100% recommended!”
“Our captain Lenny spotted dolphins, a ray and even humpback whales on the way to Coiba. Juan, our guide, kept a great mood and made sure everyone saw the fish, turtles and reef sharks. Highly recommend!”
“Andres and his staff were fantastic — fast, easy, accurate communication and equipment in great shape. Our guide José made sure we felt safe and saw everything possible. They clearly care about the wildlife.”
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Most guests stay two or three nights in Santa Catalina. We also run surf lessons here at Playa Estero — two students per instructor, board and leash included, $45 per person for an hour. It's the easiest way to fill the day before or after Coiba.
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Discover the hidden treasures of Coiba National Park, one of the largest and most protected marine reserves in the world: vibrant coral reefs, tropical fish, sea turtles, rays and playful dolphins.
Whether it's your first time snorkeling or your hundredth, our certified local guides keep it safe, personal and unforgettable.
Pick your travel month and see what wildlife awaits in the park.
Taken by our guides on the boat's GoPro — this is what Coiba really looks like.
Our signature black tee, featuring the Snorkel Coiba manta-ray logo. Premium, durable cotton and a timeless design — the perfect way to remember your Coiba adventure.
UV-protection rash guard with the Snorkel Coiba logo. Keeps you cool, blocks the sun and adds a layer against jellyfish — perfect for long days in the water.
Don't let the best moments swim away. Rent a waterproof GoPro HERO 11 and capture every turtle, ray and reef.
We're based in Santa Catalina, Veraguas — the gateway town to Coiba National Park.
24 km offshore · reached only by boat from Santa Catalina
Our meeting point in front of the beach, where every tour begins
Meeting point: Restaurante Pingüinos in Santa Catalina at 8:00 AM. (Our office is on Calle del Sendero.) Please arrive a few minutes early.
Everything international visitors want to know before a day in Coiba.
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