Daily shared shuttle from the Caribbean islands of Bocas del Toro to Panama's legendary Pacific surf village.
$70 per personShared shuttle & rest stops included. This is a shared shuttle service — you may travel with other passengers going the same direction. The trip includes stops along the way for meals and restroom breaks.
Santa Catalina is Panama's most famous surf destination — a small, laid-back fishing village perched on the rugged Pacific coast of Veraguas Province. Known worldwide for its consistent, powerful waves, it attracts surfers of all levels year-round. But Santa Catalina is more than just surf: it's a gateway to Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the world's top diving and snorkeling destinations.
The vibe in Santa Catalina is relaxed and authentic. Local restaurants serve fresh catch straight from the Pacific, hammocks sway between palm trees, and the sunsets are nothing short of cinematic. Whether you're coming to ride waves, dive with whale sharks, or simply unwind on one of Panama's most unspoiled coastlines, Santa Catalina is a place that gets under your skin.
Traveling from the Caribbean archipelago of Bocas del Toro all the way across to the Pacific coast is a long but scenic full-day journey — roughly 7.5 hours through changing landscapes, from island palms to lush lowlands and the Panamericana highway. There's a single morning departure at 8:00 AM from the PanaBocas Express Isla Colón meeting point, so you swap the turquoise Caribbean for legendary Pacific waves in one comfortable trip. The fare is $70 per person, with stops along the way for meals and restroom breaks.
Select your date, confirm your seat and receive your booking confirmation by email instantly.
There is one daily departure at 8:00 AM from the PanaBocas Express Isla Colón meeting point in Bocas del Toro. The shuttle arrives in Santa Catalina around 3:30 PM (~7.5 hrs). Your exact meeting details are confirmed at booking time.
Yes! A daily return shuttle departs Santa Catalina at 7:30 AM and arrives in Bocas del Toro around 3:00 PM. Also $70 per person — see our Santa Catalina to Bocas del Toro route.
No advance payment needed. You reserve your seat online and pay the driver directly on the day of travel.
Book your shuttle seat now and cross from the Caribbean islands straight to Panama's best Pacific waves.
