Where to Stay in Pedasi, Venao and Cambutal

Pedasi, Playa Venao and Cambutal, in Los Santos Province, are the perfect destinations on the Pacific coast of Panamá for those who want to get away and adopt an authentic lifestyle.

This region is ideal for digital nomads, couples, and surf lovers due to consistent, world-renowned waves. It is a well-connected destination that features a rustic, natural setting. Here, you can enjoy marine life, Panamanian folklore, and internationally recognized areas for sport fishing, such as the Tuna Coast.

The Best Places to Stay in Pedasi, Venao and Cambutal

Pedasi

Ideal for families and couples, this colorful town is the birthplace of Panamanian folklore. You’ll find boutique hotels and rental homes, and you’ll find cafes and restaurants serving traditional cuisine. It’s also the starting point for boat trips to the must-see Iguana Island Wildlife Refuge.

Venao

The epicenter of beachy vibes, music, and wellness, this beach town is perfect for nomads and alternative young people. Options range from affordable hostels to cabanas and eco-lodges where you can combine daily surf sessions with yoga classes, meditation, and a lively nightlife.

Cambutal

This is the most rustic and exclusive destination, perfect for disconnecting completely and connecting with community-based tourism. Known for its beachfront cabins and marine life, it offers a unique opportunity to stay near sea turtle refuges and take part in night patrols, witness massive arribadas, and release baby sea turtles at dawn.

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Experiences Close to Your Accommodation

Make the most of the location of your accommodation by exploring the variety of activities that the great Azuero Peninsula offers.

How to Get to Pedasi, Playa Venao or Cambutal

To best enjoy this region, you have to go to Pedasi first. From there, you can travel to Playa Venao and then to Cambutal, since they’re very close to each other.

The journey from Pedasi to Playa Venao takes about 35 minutes and the journey from Playa Venao to Cambutal takes a little over an hour.

By Car

To get to Pedasi from Panama City, take the Pan-American Highway to the turnoff at Divisa. This will take between 3 and 4 hours. At Divisa, turn left onto the highway that will take you directly to Pedasi in about one hour.

By Bus

If you prefer to use public transportation, you’ll find routes departing regularly from the Albrook Bus Terminal to both Las Tablas and Macaracas in the district of Tonosi. From there, you can take regional transportation to Pedasi, Venao, and Cambutal.

To reach other destinations, you can look for local transportation or hire a taxi to take you to your hotel.

By Plane

If you prefer to travel by plane, you can take a direct flight from Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport to Alonso Valderrama Airport in Chitre. At the airport, you can rent a car or hire a private service to take you to your destination. Pedasi is an hour and 20 minutes away from the airport in Chitre.

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