Bocas del Mar Activities
Bocas del Mar Activities
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Bocas del Mar Activities offers day tours and daily departures for all visitors to Boca Chica and the Gulf of Chiriqui on land and sea. From the private dock on the mainland, take a circular boat trip for a 4 hour mini cruise of the islands of the Golfo de Chiriqui marine national park and beaches, take a kayak to explore Pacific bays or reserve a premium charter yacht or boat with captain to visit Isla Secas or other Gulf islands. In season see the whales on your trips, and so much more. We are open every day of the year. Advance reservation recommended.
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Jan Strik
Panama35 contributions
Aug 2018 • Business
We went out after breakfast, to Golfo de Chiriqui, the boat was comfortable and the guide brought drinks. Passing by different island with interesting marine wildlife we made our way into the reserve, where we spotted several whales from up close. Impressive, the whales seemed undisturbed by the presence of out boat, and were very playful. After a stop for snorkeling in clear waters and swimming with a big marine turtle, and after some time at leisure on an uninhabited island, we went on to spot dolphins, seeing many. A great morning out altogether!
Written 1 September 2018
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Thank you so much for your kind review. We're pleased that you enjoyed your boat excursion on your stay.
Kind regards,
The Bocas del Mar team,
Written 10 September 2018
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Cliffdad
Cape Coral, FL12 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
Miguel and Javier were excellent. The boat was immaculate. The monkeys, pelicans and dolphin were out in great numbers.
Written 20 March 2019
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We really apprecate your comments and thank you for placing your opinion on TripAdvisor.
Kind regards,
The Bocas del Mar team
Written 19 May 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
bmelow365
Tupelo, MS160 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
What a fabulous experience with Joshua and his captain! Joshua punctually greeted us in the waiting area at 9 A.M. and gave us a brief synopsis of what our day would entail.
My 13 y/o son, husband, and I excitedly walked down the pier to our boat, and we were delighted to have a French couple join us in the day’s excursion out to sea. The boat was comfortable and accommodated all of us nicely. It’s also noteworthy to share this activity is limited to no more than 10 people. It definitely adds a personal and enjoyable aspect to an excursion knowing Bocas Del Mar caters to a smaller, intimate setting for their guests.
Snorkeling and White Sand beaches await you while Joshua and the captain serve you Piña Fresca (Fresh Pineapple) and Coconut as you wade in the turquoise waters with lush, tropical islands in the backdrop. As if this isn’t the perfect ending to a sublime day, Joshua also locates the local aquatic acrobats of the sea (Dolphins) and calls them to put on a show for those aboard the vessel. You’re not going to get a Sea World display, but it still is quite mesmerizing watching these marine mammals display their beauty in a natural setting so close to our boat!
Everything about this excursion was top-notch and delightful for all ages aboard thanks to Joshua, the captain, and the staff who helped us decide on this family excursion!
Simply. PanAMAZING!
My 13 y/o son, husband, and I excitedly walked down the pier to our boat, and we were delighted to have a French couple join us in the day’s excursion out to sea. The boat was comfortable and accommodated all of us nicely. It’s also noteworthy to share this activity is limited to no more than 10 people. It definitely adds a personal and enjoyable aspect to an excursion knowing Bocas Del Mar caters to a smaller, intimate setting for their guests.
Snorkeling and White Sand beaches await you while Joshua and the captain serve you Piña Fresca (Fresh Pineapple) and Coconut as you wade in the turquoise waters with lush, tropical islands in the backdrop. As if this isn’t the perfect ending to a sublime day, Joshua also locates the local aquatic acrobats of the sea (Dolphins) and calls them to put on a show for those aboard the vessel. You’re not going to get a Sea World display, but it still is quite mesmerizing watching these marine mammals display their beauty in a natural setting so close to our boat!
Everything about this excursion was top-notch and delightful for all ages aboard thanks to Joshua, the captain, and the staff who helped us decide on this family excursion!
Simply. PanAMAZING!
Written 2 February 2019
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Thank you for your kind review. We're thrilled you had a good day. The Bocas del Mar team
Written 18 March 2019
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Sailcybi
The Hague, The Netherlands22 contributions
Jul 2017
We had a wonderful time we saw many dolphins and the guide took some extra time to spot a whale. We were early in the saison but because of the guide we saw a mother and baby whale.
Written 22 July 2017
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We thank you for your review and glad you enjoyed the whale watching. These trips run from mid-July to late October and are a favourite for all ages. We also have a full range of boat trips and land trips the rest of the year,
With kind regards,
Bocas del Mar
Written 3 September 2017
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j0hnny74
Manchester, UK7 contributions
Sept 2016 • Friends
When we took part in Bocas del Mar activities I really felt that I was living a real tropical experience. It is all very professionally run and equipment is modern and well-kept.
My friends and I went on an off road ATV adventure. Our guide was Miha who showed us the area round Boca Chica and took us on some awesome off road trails - we saw howler monkeys on the way and went to these deserted tropical bays and swam. I have done a few ATV trips like this and this was the best as it didn't feel too touristy. It did feel like a real adventure but was really quite safe and not too strenous. Well done Miha! I also enjoyed the boat journey on another day out to the islands and the most amazing beaches as well. We saw dolphins and whales as it was in season.
.Our guide was Miha who took us
My friends and I went on an off road ATV adventure. Our guide was Miha who showed us the area round Boca Chica and took us on some awesome off road trails - we saw howler monkeys on the way and went to these deserted tropical bays and swam. I have done a few ATV trips like this and this was the best as it didn't feel too touristy. It did feel like a real adventure but was really quite safe and not too strenous. Well done Miha! I also enjoyed the boat journey on another day out to the islands and the most amazing beaches as well. We saw dolphins and whales as it was in season.
.Our guide was Miha who took us
Written 12 November 2016
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We’re delighted you enjoyed your trips on land and sea with us. Thank you and we hope to see you again.
Kind regards,
The Bocas del Mar team
Written 14 February 2017
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NeverdullLeslie
North Bend, WA30 contributions
Oct 2016 • Solo
Amazing views of humpbacks, moms, babies, and breaching. I wished I had many days to go out on these boat tours.
Written 30 October 2016
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We thank you for your review and glad you enjoyed the whale watching. These trips run from mid-July to late October and are a favourite for all ages. We also have a full range of boat trips and land trips the rest of the year,
With kind regards,
Bocas del Mar
 
Written 14 February 2017
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Stika
4 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
There is a lot to do at Hotel Bocas del Mar we found. We booked the Ngobe indigenous people visit before we arrived and also we reserved the Islands Discovery Tour which was fascinating, we followed dolphins, we saw turtles, birds... and we enjoyed in amazing white sand beaches. The village visit is very interesting, you will see how traditional indigenous people still live and I liked that it was not a tourist village.Both guides François and Miha are amazing and I highly recommend both tours!!!
Written 26 December 2018
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Thank you so much for your kind review. We're pleased that you enjoyed your activities on your stay.
Kind regards,
The Bocas del Mar team,
Written 30 December 2018
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Kent F F
Osage, IA293 contributions
Nov 2018 • Couples
We took the 5 hr trip through the islands and had a great day. Joshua was a great guide and did all he could to ensure we had an enjoyable experience. Saw dolphins, caimans and the green sea turtles along with a myrid of birds. The only disappointment was the snorkeling. Just not much to see compared to previous experiences. But all in all a most enjoyable day and I highly recommend it.
Written 28 November 2018
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Thank you for your kind review. We're thrilled you had a good day.
The Bocas del Mar team
Written 30 December 2018
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James M
Tacoma, WA29 contributions
Mar 2018
We had a great guide and experience on the dolphin cruise. Saw lots of dolphin, monkeys, and tramped around an untouched island. Boat was clean and safe. They supplied water. It was a lovely day on the bay.
Written 13 May 2018
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Thank you for your kind review. We're thrilled you had a good day.
The Bocas del Mar team
Written 29 June 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
ckmielke
Shreveport, LA144 contributions
Mar 2018 • Couples
This was the highlight of our visit to Panamá. You would choose this if you are:
1) deeply interested in indigenous culture; 2) willing to spend the day in dusty conditions; 3) able to withstand a bumpy, 1 1/2-2 hr ride to and from the village of Soloy; and 4) adaptable to whatever experiences are offered by the local people.
We arrived in Soloy and picked up our local guide. He spoke mostly Spanish, but slowly enough for us to understand, and the hotel guides were available to translate. We walked a fair amount and up some fairly steep terrain to reach the 500 year old petroglyphs left in the area where the Maya, Aztecs, and locals convened to share culture and trade.
We visited the river Soloy and learned about how the people use, respect, and fear the river. We also saw buildings used by travelers to the central village. We were absolutely blessed by a mother and daughter who showed us how they process a local leaf to harvest fibers for useful crafts. They allowed me to take a turn at both the scraping of the leaf and working with the dried fibers to make string and weave it into fabric. They served us tea in traditional bowls made from the fruit Hull of a local tree.
We visited a local school, where I was able to interact with the children as they ate lunch and ask the teacher about the children’s studies.
Finally, we had lunch prepared by a family. It was delicious, served in traditional bowls with traditional utensils. They are so very gracious and kind, and their children were awesome. Olmedo, 5, and Miguel, 4, were charming and vivacious the way all boys their age are. Miguel had his boots on the wrong feet - just like all boys do 50% of the time.
This is not always available as the community is not always receptive to visitors. Very few have this opportunity, so if this experience tugs at your heartstrings, count your blessings if you have this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
1) deeply interested in indigenous culture; 2) willing to spend the day in dusty conditions; 3) able to withstand a bumpy, 1 1/2-2 hr ride to and from the village of Soloy; and 4) adaptable to whatever experiences are offered by the local people.
We arrived in Soloy and picked up our local guide. He spoke mostly Spanish, but slowly enough for us to understand, and the hotel guides were available to translate. We walked a fair amount and up some fairly steep terrain to reach the 500 year old petroglyphs left in the area where the Maya, Aztecs, and locals convened to share culture and trade.
We visited the river Soloy and learned about how the people use, respect, and fear the river. We also saw buildings used by travelers to the central village. We were absolutely blessed by a mother and daughter who showed us how they process a local leaf to harvest fibers for useful crafts. They allowed me to take a turn at both the scraping of the leaf and working with the dried fibers to make string and weave it into fabric. They served us tea in traditional bowls made from the fruit Hull of a local tree.
We visited a local school, where I was able to interact with the children as they ate lunch and ask the teacher about the children’s studies.
Finally, we had lunch prepared by a family. It was delicious, served in traditional bowls with traditional utensils. They are so very gracious and kind, and their children were awesome. Olmedo, 5, and Miguel, 4, were charming and vivacious the way all boys their age are. Miguel had his boots on the wrong feet - just like all boys do 50% of the time.
This is not always available as the community is not always receptive to visitors. Very few have this opportunity, so if this experience tugs at your heartstrings, count your blessings if you have this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Written 28 March 2018
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We are really grateful for your thorough review of your trip inland to the village. We were glad you found it a worthwhile experience.
Kind regards,
The Bocas del Mar team
Written 6 April 2018
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hola buenos dias, nuestra excursion "Descubrimiento de las Islas" sale a las 9 de la mañana y regresa normalmente a la 1 de la tarde. Hacemos varias paradas en diferentes islas. Hay tiempo para hacer snorkeling y normalmente hay avistamiento de delfines. En la epoca de ballenas enfocamos un poco mas en avistamiento de ballenas. Para precios y reservas pueden contactarnos por email o por telefono. Estamos encantados de recibirles y de mostrarles nuestro pequeño rincon del Paraiso!
Written 27 October 2019
Booking is easy by telephone or email. Please see our website and we look forward to welcoming you to our small corner of Paradise very soon!
Written 5 May 2018
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