Exotic Bird Viewing on Coiba Island

White Sand Beaches and Crystal Blue Waters

After an exciting day on the water, we encourage you to take a stroll on the many islands white sand beaches, or take our kayaks out in search of bottlenose dolphins and flying fish. The islands in this area boast on of the richest varieties of bird life in the world. Take a guided tour through the jungle on Coiba Island in search of leaf cutter ants, exotic insects, and the occasional sloth. You may even see howling monkeys or hear their call during the end of the day. Whatever activities you choose, your experience in Panama will be one you will not forget.

Cruising

Cruising in and out of the islands that separate the open ocean from inside waters on the west side of Panama is truly something spectacular. This is a place with white sand beaches and clear blue water, where fishermen still paddle out in hand carved canoes to their fishing grounds. This area is protected by the Coiba National Park and the Cerra Hoya National Park. Both parks are a refuge to birds, a variety of animals, reptiles, native flora and fauna, reef, and, of course, fish. Immerse yourself in the tropical experience and take a step back in time. This is the Lost Coast.

Surfing

During our voyage aboard The Lost Coast Explorer, we will be traveling through a series of islands that all offer exceptional surfing. We have 27 surf spots that we visit regularly, and there are still many locations that are being explored. You can combine surfing with other activities in one day. The opportunity to combine different activities is what Lost Coast Excursions is all about - the next activity is just a short boat ride away. For inexperienced surfers, we do offer surf lessons and can provide long boards at any time during your stay.

Diving

For those of you who wish to do some diving, you can schedule diving every day or you can combine diving with other activities. We do have a compressor on board, and tanks for up to 16 divers at a time. Our staff includes experienced open water divers. Experience the thrill of diving in water with 100' visibility. Grab some oysters. Maybe you will get a chance to dive with the whale sharks that frequent this area. (Two days of diving is permitted during your adventure travel trip.)

Snorkeling

Jump off the dock at any time while The Lost Coast Explorer is anchored up for some great snorkeling. If you enjoy free diving and wish to do a little spear fishing, we have that equipment available for you. Grab a couple lobsters before dinner!

Jungle Tours

In the Coiba National Park there is a spectacular jungle tour that is available to you at any time. You can do a half hour tour or do a full day hike through Coiba Island. Coiba Island has a multitude of indigenous species of plant life, animal life, reptiles, and bird life that you cannot find anywhere else in the world. The Smithsonian has a research center in the park that allows them to study these unique species.

Ocean Fishing

The waters of Coiba National Park offer some of the best fishing in the world. During your trip, we will target cubera snapper and roosterfish, and will have opportunities at blue marlin, black marlin, and yellowfin tuna.

Inshore Fishing

With the use of a jet sled we can travel up rivers and fish estuaries with ease, so that you can cast flies or lures for all types of inshore species. Snook, roosterfish, snapper, and bonito are all a blast on light tackle.

Whale Watching

While traveling aboard The Lost Coast Explorer, you will have the opportunity to see many whales of different types.

Beach Tours

Any of the white sand beaches you see can be yours! We will pass hundreds of beaches while traveling down the coast during a 6-day tour. Any of these beaches are accessible with the use of our 18' jet sled. Simply say the word, and we will drop you off to explore or just relax in the sun.

Local Village Tours

We will pass by several small fishing communities that have no road access. Entering these small settlements is like stepping back in time. Witness groups of men hand carve their fishing canoes from whole logs. See people fish from the bank of a river with bamboo poles or casting line. Life in these villages revolves around the catch of the day.

Bird Viewing

These areas have a unique variety of bird life that can be viewed from the ocean or on jungle tours. Panama has over 10 birds that are endemic to Panama. Take advantage of your opportunity to see the rare coiba spinetail, which is not found anywhere else in the world.

Pricing:

3 DAY
Choose your package:
#1 Coiba National Park (3 Day 3 Night)
#2 Cerra Hoya National Park (3 Day 3 Night)
#3 Darien Jungle (3 Day 3 Night)

3 Day 3 Night Adventure, Whole Boat Charter: $22,950.00 (Maximum of 16 guests)
3 Day 3 Night Adventure $2,295. per person

6 DAY
Coiba National Park and Cerra Hoya National Park Tour

6 Day 6 Night Adventure, Whole Boat Charter: $29,950.00 (Maximum of 16 guests)
6 Day 6 Night Adventure, $2,995. per person

*Minimum of 2 guests per group with a minimum of 8 guests on board to run a charter
*diving cost 200 dollars per day per person subject to availability of dive master, diving days must be consecutive days through trip and must be pre scheduled
*Max of 16 guests on the boat either whole boat contracts or smaller combined groups
*All rates are double occupancy rates (Contact us about single occupancy charges and availability)
*Rates do not include $350.00 per person charter flight each way in Panama
*Rates do not include $150.00 per person Coiba National Park permit fee (Coiba park only)
*Hotel stay in Panama City or other cities (We will provide a list of recommended hotels with hotel ratings and contact/booking information for your convenience.)

6 Day 6 Night Prices Include:

  • 6 Days 6 nights cruising throughout the islands of Coiba National Park and the Azuero Peninsula
  • Transportation aboard one of our 24 foot boats to dive sites, beach, or other area of interest
  • Snorkeling and snorkel gear
  • Guided Diving (minimum of 4 divers)
  • Spear guns upon request for snorkeling and free diving
  • Jungle tours in the Coiba National Park
  • Private white sand beach tours with personal umbrella and stocked cooler with your choice of available drinks
  • Local village tours
  • Bird Watching
  • Historical Prison Tour (Abandoned)
  • In shore fishing aboard our 24 foot boats and our 18 foot boat fishing for Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, dorado Cubera Snapper, Rooster Fish, Snook, Travali and other assorted inshore species. (Inshore fishing is an 8 mile radius around the current anchorage site of the Lost Coast Explorer)
  • Surfing, surf lessons, surf boards
  • Lodging on one of the 8 guest suites aboard The Lost Coast Explorer
  • Gourmet meals and appetizers
  • Complimentary beer and wine
  • Use of our recreation room with professional card table, and flat screen TV
  • Meet and greet service including:
  • Meet and Greet at Tocumen International Airport
  • Transfers to the hotel of your choice in Panama City upon arrival
  • Round trip transfers from your hotel in Panama City to landing strip in Panama City for charter flight to join the Lost Coast Explorer
  • Transfers from landing strip in Panama City to International Airport for departure flight or hotel in Panama City

Charter flight

Panama City to Coiba National Park, Tonosi (Azuero Peninsula) or Jaque (Darien Jungle) and return charter from any of these ports. Cost: $350.00 per person each way
The charter flight will depart from Panama City on your first day of activities in the morning. Your flight will arrive at any of the ports listed above depending on the present location of the Lost Coast Explorer and the location package / length of stay you have chosen. Your charter flight will depart any of the above listed ports for return to Panama City Landing stip.

Expenses Not Included in Package Price:

  • Round trip commercial flights to Panama City, Panama
  • Charter flights into Coiba or Tonosi from Panama City.
  • Hotel stay in Panama City or other cities (We will provide a list of recommended hotels with hotel ratings and contact / booking information for your convenience.) Round trip ground transfers from Lost Coast Explorer $100 per person
  • Shuttle transfers or taxi fares other than our regular scheduled transfers
  • Any additional expenses incurred while in Panama City or Santiago or other cities
  • Satellite phone use aboard the Lost Coast Explorer ($3.50 per minute)
  • Coiba National Park Permits ($150.00 per person) Subject to change without notice
  • Commercial photography fees or commercial video fees in parks (Inquire about photo or video fees)
  • Contracting sport boats for offshore fishing (target: blue and black marlin, sailfish, and yellow fin tuna, dorado, wahoo). Offshore fishing is: Any distance beyond the 8 mile radius included in your adventure tour package. (Inside the 8 mile line we consider "Inshore Fishing".) For an additional $300 per boat you can arrange a day of offshore fishing aboard one of our 24 foot offshore sport boats as long as the scheduled day of offshore fishing does not interfere with the other surfers use of our boats.
  • Fly- in sight seeing tours (helicopter only)
  • Any additional fuel surcharges deemed necessary by Lost Coast Excursions
  • Personal video or photography service for your group (Inquire about pricing)
  • Laundry services aboard the Lost Coast Explorer, ($30.00 per load)
  • Any unscheduled transfers, flights, hotels, etc that are not part of the scheduled itinerary
  • Food, alcohol, tobacco products that are not part of our regular stock aboard the Lost Coast Explorer or exceed our regular stock. If personal requests require shipping or importing of goods that cannot be acquired through our regular suppliers additional charges will be applied accordingly
  • Gratuities for the crew of the Lost Coast Explorer and sport boat crew

Payment and Cancellation Policies:

A non refundable deposit of $900.00 per person on individuals or 30% of a whole boat charter rate is due at the time of booking.

Remaining balance paid in full is due 60 days prior to joining the Lost Coast Explorer. If final payments are not received 60 days prior to departure the space will be considered available for sale and

deposits received will be forfeited if the space is sold.

Final Payments must be made prior to joining the Lost Coast Explorer.

If cancellations are made after final payment has been received 50% of the final payment can be transferred to a future vacation not to exceed 1 year from the scheduled date of departure on the Lost Coast Explorer. $900.00 deposit is forfeited.

Customer Information/Waiver Policy

The Customer Information/Waiver must be fully completed and returned to Lost Coast Excursions (60) days prior to departure date. Passengers who fail to comply will be canceled and denied boarding.

Insurance

Every effort is made to ensure you have a safe trip but we recommend purchasing trip cancellation/interruption insurance in the event of unexpected changes in your travel plans. Also recommended is accident, medical, and baggage insurance. Please contact our office for more information on sportsman insurance.


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