Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Day Tour in Zapatilla Beach
Overview
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7 hours
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Join our Zapatilla Island Tour and experience the best of Bocas del Toro in one unforgettable day. Glide across turquoise waters as playful dolphins guide you toward Bahia Honda, where sloths rest lazily in the mangroves. Stop at Hollywood Cove to spot colorful starfish, then snorkel among vibrant coral gardens at Cayo Coral, surrounded by hundreds of tropical fish. Continue to the pristine Zapatilla Cays—two uninhabited islands of powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters. Wander the lush walking trail through tropical forest, relax beneath palm trees, or swim in the calm lagoon. From March to September, you may even spot sea turtles nesting on the beach. Enjoy a freshly prepared Caribbean lunch at a waterfront restaurant before returning via the famous Starfish “Hollywood” Pool. This Zapatilla Island Tour is the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty—an essential Bocas del Toro experience.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Bring Cash for meals and souvenirs
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Bahia Honda
The first highlight of our tour will be resident dolphins greeting you to a new day in paradise as our lancha boat glides effortlessly past them towards our first destination. As we arrive at Bahia Honda, a small bay with mangrove forests, you will be able to see sloths lounging on tree branches, enjoying their life to the fullest.
Cayo Coral
We continue on to Cayo Coral, famous for its coral gardens and perfect snorkel area. It's time to put on your snorkel mask and plunge into the balmy ocean to marvel at the colorful world below the surface. As you float weightlessly surrounded in the turquoise ocean, witness hundreds of reef fish go about their daily business in their coral and anemone homes.
What‘s Included
Water
Local bi-lingual English/Spanish speaking guide
Snorkeling equipment (mask and snorkel)
Meal (restaurant option with typical courses between $12 and $18)
Entrance fee to Bastimentos Island: $10 per person. Guests are required to make the payment online
directly on the Panamanian Ministry of Environment's website.
We will provide you with detailed steps to guide you through the process.
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Bocas del Toro Island Hopping Day Tour in Zapatilla Beach
Reviews
69 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience
Escape68579264315,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Guides were great, the beaches were beautiful. Our only complaint was the snorkeling. It was very disappointing and not worth the stop. Otherwise we would highly recommend this tour.
TAKE THIS TRIP!!
Jonathan O,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jonathan was our guide, and he was GREAT. Took time looking for dolphins and slothes, and we saw many! Clearly articulated our plan, and told us when we needed to deviate (snorkeling then eating, not reverse) when the restaurant line was long. We thoroughly enjoyed it!!
We had a great time! The...
Jordan M,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time! The guide communicated well about the plans during the day. The extra touches with the fruit were really nice and the snorkeling equipment worked well.
Do this!!
VacationDude005,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was definitely worth the money we paid for. Amazing beach, saw some dolphins, sloths, snorkeling was okay. 10/10 would recommend!
Too long from what we saw
Jorge T,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00If you want to snorkel forget 30' on coral island to see very little and almost no fish Slipper island to our liking too many boats
Amazing day.
jimlT333KA,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic. Knowledgeable guides that did all possible ti make this an enjoyable day.
Great tour
JANICE P,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour overall. We enjoyed the beach time, seeing the animals and snorkeling. Lunch was also great.
Overall a really great tour!
Saundra M,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Really great experience! Loved every stop especially the beautiful beach and sloth viewing. I would just warn that the restaurant they take you to overcharged us and the food was barely average. On the upside, the location is really nice.
Beautiful day of activities in Bocas del Toro
Eric N,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We were about 15 people in the group. We started by watching dolphins. We've seen a dozen of them, but not a very close one. There are many boats that do it at the same time. Then we went to Zapatilla Island. She's beautiful. We had about 1h30 on the island. We wish we had more time. We then had dinner. The meal was very good. We need cash. We saw a beautiful parrot. Then we did the snorkling. We saw coral and a lot of fish. Finally, we saw the starfish and sloths from the boat. The day went very well!
Great Bocas del toro excursion
JOANNA P,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour guide- Aymar made the whole trip run smoothly and in a timely manner. He truly showed that he cares about us having a great time.
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