Pearl Islands
Pearl Islands (or Archipiélago de las Perlas in Spanish) is a group of islands on the Pacific side of Panama, the most notable of which is Contadora Island known for its resorts.
San Blas
Located in the north-western part of Panama, the area is accessible by flight from Panama City to Playos Chico. San Blas has remained virtually untouched by commercial development. Your adventure could be a stay at an uninhabited island, a fishing tour, snorkelling and diving, a relaxing sunbathe, or a look into the remote cultures of the Indians.
Bocas del Toro
The archipelago of Bocas del Toro lies just a few miles off the northern coast of Panama and is made up of several large islands and many smaller islands and cays. The largest is Isla Colón and most services are available here (hospital, bank, supermarket etc). There is a good selection of restaurants and accommodation catering to most budgets and it makes an excellent base for exploring the islands. There are several beaches on Isla Colón which can be reached by a variety of rental vehicles or taxi. However, they do not really compare to those reached by boat or those on nearby Isla Bastimentos.
Colón
On the Caribbean coast, the beaches on the provinces of Colon their neighbouring islands, are small to mid-sized and all of them have coral reefs nearby, they are often near other waterways and most have been formed by coral buildup. These are the best beaches to do some scuba diving in.
