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In
the northwest
of Panama, the Cordillera Central Mountains descend to an archipelago
of islands in the Caribbean.
Canoes are a common form of transportation. |
Mainly indigenous
tribes whose means of transportation is dugout canoe inhabit this
unspoiled region, called Bocas del Toro. The exotic flora, abundance
of wildlife, and deserted sandy beaches are heaven for travelers
seeking adventure and paradise. Known as one of Central America's
premiere scuba
diving destinations, the islands of Bocas del Toro
are surrounded by extensive coral reefs and hundreds of species
of fish. Bastimentos Marine National Park offers opportunities
to see queen angels, fairy basselets, rock beauties and four-eyed
butterfly fishes. Snorkeling, swimming and lounging in the warm,
crystal clear water are among the main attractions. On dry land,
howler, white faced and spider monkeys, toucans and parrots, iguanas
and poison dart frogs roam the tropical forest. Birders
can see the resplendent quetzal and three-wattled bellbird in
the forest. Deep-sea fishing in the bountiful waters yields sailfish,
shark, barracuda, and marlin. A number of mid-range hotels and
restaurants have opened around town to accommodate travelers,
but expect an undeveloped, natural destination in Bocas del Toro.
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