Top 5 Marine Wildlife Tours in Panamá | Uncover the Ocean's Wonders

Explore the immense range of marine biodiversity which makes us a very important hotspot for the entire world. Here, you can dive and snorkel in both oceans, witness the migration of whales and the nesting season of sea turtles. Surprise yourself with these 5 plans to observe marine life.

Comrades on a diving adventure, documenting the diverse ecosystem within the shallow-water coral reefs.

1. Diving and Snorkeling in Coiba

Swim alongside manta rays, sharks, dolphins and turtles in one of the top 10 diving spots in the world, as rated by Lonely Planet. This national park is home to hundreds of marine species that thrive in an ecosystem so important that it has been named a Natural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Visit one of its many diving spots and explore its impressive range of biodiversity.

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Dive the Pacific Coast of Veraguas

Humpback Whale breaching on Pacific Ocean

2. Whale Watching in the Pacific

Make the most of our whale season which spans from July to October. Encounter these giants, including hundreds of humpback whales from the southern hemisphere that arrive in Panamá to mate and give birth to their offspring. Hop on a boat in any of the Pacific ports for a responsible whale watching experience.

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baby sea turtles. These tiny creatures are just beginning their long journey to the ocean. They are likely Olive Ridley sea turtles

3. Sea Turtle Conservation in Pedasi

Year after year, hundreds of sea turtles visit us looking for a safe place where they can lay their eggs. Visit the beaches of Pedasi to get to know them and learn how to protect them. Something very special about these beaches are the nights when the turtles arrive and you can watch thousands of these animals arrive at the same time.

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4. Coral Conservation Project in Portobelo

In Portobelo Bay, a group of scientists and volunteers have joined forces to find a solution to the loss of coral. Visit this Caribbean port to explore their efforts and to be part of the change. Volunteer at the coral nursery and see how planting new ecosystems is done.

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Two dolphins jump up high in the air while swimming

5. Dolphin Watching

In the middle of the group of islands of the Bocas del Toro Archipelago you’ll find Dolphin Bay. Dozens of bottlenose dolphins live here. When you visit them, you will be able to see them come out to play with the waves that the boat forms while you tour the waters. You can visit them frequently throughout the year by being very careful and respecting their habitat.

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Man on a small island with one palm tree, near Cayo Zapatilla at Bocas del Toro

We'll provide you with an immense variety of beaches with plans to explore both Caribbean and the Pacific. From extreme sports to turtle sanctuaries, adventures to choose from and create memories to last forever. What about another adventure?