Bocas del Toro ToursPark entry fee
Panama's Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) charges visitors who arrive by sea. Its posted rate is $10 (B/.10) per person for foreign visitors and B/.4 for Panamanians. The fee is extra on the tours we list. MiAmbiente offers online payment, and tour companies may send you the steps.
Which cay can you visit?
MiAmbiente says visits to Cayo Zapatilla 1 are restricted to protect nesting hawksbill turtles. Cayo Zapatilla 2 is open to visitors who follow the park rules. Your boat crew will know which one you can land on.
Tours that stop here
Zapatilla Island-Hopping Day Tour
Dolphin Bay, Cayo Coral snorkeling, the Zapatilla Cays and a starfish stop in one day.
- Private or shared: Shared (group boat tour)
- Starts from: The dock at 3R Mall, Av. H Norte, Bocas Town (Isla Colón).
- How long: About 6 hours.
- Book on: GetYourGuide and Viator
- Price: See the current price on the booking partner's page.
Zapatilla Key, Dolphin Bay & Coral Key Tour
Small-group day: Dolphin Bay, Coral Cay snorkeling and Zapatilla Cay.
- Private or shared: Shared, small group (up to 10)
- Starts from: Meet at Gambit Tours, Av. Central, Bocas Town. The boat pier is given when you book; it isn't always the same one.
- How long: About 6 hours.
- Book on: GetYourGuide
- Price: See the current price on the booking partner's page.
Full-Day Speedboat Tour, Wildlife, and Snorkeling in Bocas del Toro in Panama
Speedboat day: Dolphin Bay, snorkeling and Bastimentos Marine Park. No refunds.
- Private or shared: Shared, small group (up to 15)
- Starts from: Taxi 25 dock, Calle 1a, Bocas Town (the listing's departure point).
- How long: About 7 hours.
- Book on: Viator
- Price: See the current price on the booking partner's page.
Bocas del Toro Boat Tour Zapatilla Snorkeling and Island Hopping
Small-group Zapatilla day with snorkeling. Park fee included.
- Private or shared: Shared, small group (up to 9)
- Starts from: The meeting point comes with your booking. Meet your guide 15 minutes before the start time.
- How long: About 6 hours.
- Book on: Viator
- Price: See the current price on the booking partner's page.
Before you go
Bring sunscreen, water and cash for lunch. Don't touch coral. New to the water? Read snorkeling for beginners.
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