The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Chiriqui Province, Panama

November 1, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Chiriquí Province is a mountainous wonderland, located near the Barú Volcano. If you’re an adventure and nature lover, you’ll be right at home here, as the region offers everything from white-water rafting and kayaking to zip-line rainforest rides and hiking. More relaxed activities, such as coffee plantation tours and bird-watching, also are available here. To reach Chiriquí, you’ll likely pass through David, Panama’s third-largest city. If you choose to visit the Gulf of Chiriquí, you’ll find first-rate scuba diving, snorkeling, and other water sports that take full advantage of its marine location.
Restaurants in Chiriqui Province

1. Surfer Paradise Private Island

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Surfer Paradise Private Island

Since 1998, Surfer's Paradise has run boat trips out to the world-class waves located off of Panama's breathtaking and largely undeveloped region of Chiriqui on the Pacific Coast. Located on a private island overlooking the Sandbar Break (one of the best and most consistent breaks in the region), we are just a short boat trip away from a variety of left and right surf breaks. Whether you're an experienced surfer hunting for empty tubes, or a novice looking to learn to surf in a beautiful setting far away from the hassles of your local crowded lineup, we can find waves for you. There are over 12 surfbreaks to choose from with breaks going from beginner to advanced. Other activities include snorkeling, fishing and hiking to the island waterfalls.

2. Boca Chica Big Game Fishing

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Boca Chica Big Game Fishing

We are a Big Game Sport Fishing Company here in the Beautiful Country of Panama. We are very fortunate to have have a variety of species of Trophy Fish here in the Gulf of Chiriqui. We want to take you and your family and friends for a day of exciting adrenaline packed action. Here in Panama we have Blue Marlin, Black Marlin, Sail Fish, Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Wahoo, Rooster Fish, and Cubera Snapper.

3. Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge - Day Charters

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Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge - Day Charters

Professional sportfishing charters from Boca Chica, Panama. We'll pick you up at your hotel's dock. 33' World Cat the "TOP Cat" and 25' SeaCraft the "Scandalous" with Capt. Shane Jarvis Since 2005...Sport Fish Panama Island Lodge has been Panama’s exclusive private island fishing lodge on Isla Paridas and offering Professional Day Charters out of Boca Chica, Panama. Situated in the heart of the Gulf of Chiriqui, near the Costa Rican border and approximately 12-miles offshore from Boca Chica, our lodge on Isla Parida offers anglers easy access to uncrowded and unspoiled world-class fishing in a wide variety of venues. Not to mention our picturesque island setting located within Panama's Chiriqui National Marine Park with breathtaking views of tropical blue seas, 3 white sand beaches and swaying palm trees. Best of all, our well-equipped lodge lies closest in proximity to what is arguably the best blue water fishery in the world. The highly-regarded Hannibal Bank and Coiba Island, as well as some lesser known but equally as impressive locales of Isla Montuosa, Islas Secas and Isla Ladrones are all within a short reach and easily accessed. The beauty of our unique and exotic lodge is that its prime location eliminates the long boat ride to and from the offshore fishing grounds so you can spend more time catching and less time “running.” And we have an excellent inshore fishery right at our doorstep! The rides out to the fishing grounds are much more comfortable in our awesome twin engine fishing machine the "TOP Cat" a large 33' World Cat Catamaran center-console fully equipped with state-of-the-art marine electronics. We pride ourselves on our highly maintained boats, top of the line tackle & equipment, and professional English speaking crews that truly set us a notch above the rest.

4. Cocaleca Tours

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Cocaleca Tours

Tours and activities off the beaten track, for small groups with the local guide Gamaliel and his Dutch wife. They are passionate about sharing the Panamanian culture and nature in the area of Playa Las Lajas. If you like an authentic, non-touristy experience and get to know the tales from the local native population, check out our activities: Nature walk on indian trails to meet an indigenous family; Horse ride on the kilometers long palm lined beach of Las Lajas; Horse riding in the hills and discover ancient mysterious rock carvings; Explore the Mangroves with the Cayuco boat; Surf and bodyboard classes from a local champion in the mellow waves of Playa Las Lajas.

5. Bocas del Mar Activities

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Bocas del Mar Activities

Bocas del Mar Activities offers day tours and daily departures for all visitors to Boca Chica and the Gulf of Chiriqui on land and sea. From the private dock on the mainland, take a circular boat trip for a 4 hour mini cruise of the islands of the Golfo de Chiriqui marine national park and beaches, join off-road tours to hidden Pacific bays. In season see the whales, and so much more. We are open every day of the year. Advance reservation recommended.

6. Reel Inn In Panama

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Reel Inn In Panama

Reel Inn in Panama offers all-inclusive Fishing Charters in Boca Chica, Panama. Offshore Fishing for Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna & Dorado or Inshore Fishing & Island Hopping for Snapper & the infamous Roosterfish. Snorkeling, Picnicking on a Beach, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking & Yoga - are all available with Captain Merf, Captain Chui & Sue Murphy at Reel Inn in Panama. We also provide a quaint beach bungalow for our guests looking to stay overnight surrounded by nature & the Pacific Ocean!

7. Pesca Panama

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Pesca Panama

We offer a variety of fishing charters and other water adventures in the Gulf of Chiriqui, Panama. We offer day trips for fishing, kayaking, whale and dolphin watching and trips to remote beaches, but we specialize in 4-6 day fishing expeditions to the remote islands in this area, including the world famous Hannibal Bank.

8. Panama Nautical Club

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Panama Nautical Club

Sport Fishing Lodge, Our operation is on the Island of Boca Brava with a breath taking 360-degree view of some of the most prolific fishing grounds in the world. The club has all modern benefits and the boats are well maintained for fast and reliable travel to the rich fishing grounds. Fishing or diving can provide whatever the desires from gigantic Black or Blue Marlin to Tuna, Dorado, Roosterfish, Wahoo, Cubera.

9. Boca Brava Adventures

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Boca Brava Adventures

Boca Brava Adventures offers boat tours to the beautiful paradise islands, with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters, located in the Marine National Park of the Gulf of Chiriqui. In these islands, such as Bolanos, Gamez, Paridas and Islas Secas, you can enjoy a wonderful landscape and appreciate nature in all its splendor. In addition, we offer the tour of humpback whale watching (seasonal, mid-July to mid-October), inshore fishing around the islands, dolphin watching around Boca Brava Island and the Bahia de los Muertos estuary. We also offer the transfer from Boca Chica or from the hotel where you stay to Pedregal, in David, near Enrique Malek Airport, or vice versa. Our tours do not include drinks or food, but you can bring a cooler with some drinks and snacks. We do include life jackets and snorkel equipment for free. Note: All our prices are from one to six people, sharing the same boat.

10. Cala Mia Island Resort

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Cala Mia Island Resort

Private and exclusive island resort located in the Gulf of Chiriqui, Panama. Service excellence, pleasing your desires is our goal. Shoes are optional.

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