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 The Coiba Coast

Join us in protecting and understanding a global treasure on the shores facing Panama’s Coiba National Park, the Galapagos of Central America.

Coiba Coast

Coiba Island shares a deep history with the Galapagos, having emerged from the same volcanic hotspot 70 million years ago. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Coiba National Park is a living laboratory and a vital link in the Eastern Tropical Marine

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Coiba Island and
the Coiba Coast

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Coiba Island shares a deep history with the Galapagos, having emerged from the same volcanic hotspot 70 million years ago. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Coiba National Park is a living laboratory and a vital link in the Eastern Tropical Marine

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Bahia Honda and the Coiba Coast

The TCI Model: A Virtuous Circle

Our vision follows Panama’s proven TCI model Tourism, Conservation, and Investigation created in 1998 by Dr. Hana Ayala and now a national strategy. This ‘virtuous circle’ goes beyond ecotourism.

Investigation

A living lab where scientists study biodiversity, sharing discoveries with visitors.

Conservation

Protects and restores forests, mangroves, and marine habitats, with rangers ensuring healthy ecosystems.

Sustainable Tourism

Supports conservation, research, and tourism jobs in villages once reliant on fishing, hunting, logging, and cattle.

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Audience Pathways

Become a Partner

Discover sustainable development opportunities on the Coiba Coast

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Visit Calasol

Gateway to Coiba – Calasol is a private waterfront retreat located along the Coiba Coast. Calsol is a masterfully designed hidden gem- tucked away in a private cove in Bahia Honda- built at the waters edge- where native forest meets the sea.

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Islas Secas A 14-island private archipelago and conservation-minded hideaway ~20 miles offshore, perfect for luxe day trips and wildlife-rich outings that pair naturally with Coiba. (Islas Secas, Scott Dunn) 1 2 3 4 5 Diving in Coiba Snorkel or scuba with world-class big-animal diving with reputable Santa Catalina outfits: Panama Dive Center (PADI 5-Star), Scuba Coiba, Coiba Dive Center, and Diving Coiba. (PADI). 1 2 3 4 5 Surfing in Santa Catalina Paddle into La Punta’s famed right point and cruise beginner-friendly rollers at Playa Estero—two of Panama’s most reliable waves. At the other end of the Coiba Coast is Morro Negrito (https://www.morronegrito.travel), with a plethora of beach and reefbreaks. 1 2 3 4 5 Whale Watching (Coiba Coast) Join seasonal cruises in the Gulf of Chiriquí and Coiba waters for close-up encounters with humpbacks and dolphins. (Tourism Panama)
 1 2 3 4 5 Sportfishing to Hannibal Bank Chase yellowfin, marlin, and dorado on legendary bluewater grounds off Coiba’s western flank (outside park limits). (Central America Fishing, Fish Panama Today) 1 2 3 4 5

Journal

Welcome to the Journal, our window into the vibrant, living world of the Coiba Coast. 

An Accidental Eden: How a Deadly Prison Island Became a Natural Paradise

The pristine state of Coiba’s forests and reefs is a direct result of its dark and poignant human history. From 1919 to 2004, the island served as Panama’s most notorious

The Blue Highway:Coiba’s Critical Role for Migrating Giants

The waters around Coiba are a critical intersection on the Eastern Tropical Pacific Marine Corridor, a “blue highway” for the ocean’s most majestic creatures. Nearly 800 species of fish, 33

Guardians of the Garden:Monitoring the Health of Coiba’s Vital Coral Reefs

Coiba’s coral reefs are among the largest and healthiest in the Eastern Tropical Pacific, a vibrant underwater metropolis supporting hundreds of species of fish. These reefs are the beating heart

A Living Laboratory:New Species Constantly Being Discovered in Coiba

Coiba National Park continues to solidify its reputation as “Panama’s own Galápagos,” a place where the processes of evolution are on full display. Recent scientific expeditions, many led by our

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