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Bocas del Toro Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Bocas del Toro

Bocas Town is on the southern tip ofIsla Colónand is part of the Bocas del Toro archipelago of islands. Further afield on the island of Colón, are a number of white sand beaches and nature reserves. Bocas also makes a good base for doing tours around the other islands. Other islands accessible by water taxi from Bocas Town includeCarenero,Bastimentos,Cristóbal, andSolarte.

Top Attractions in Bocas del Toro

Explore the best things to see and do in Bocas del Toro:

  • Horseback riding
  • Scuba Diving
  • Starfish Beach
  • Zapatillas Day Tour

Where to Eat in Bocas del Toro

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Cafe del Mar
  • 🍴El Ultimo Refugio
  • 🍴La Buga Gastro Market
  • 🍴Om Cafe
  • 🍴Trattoria Pane e Vino

Where to Stay in Bocas del Toro

  • 🏨Calipso Hostel
  • 🏨Cliff's Hostel
  • 🏨Dolphin Bay Hideaway
  • 🏨Hostel Hansi
  • 🏨Hostelluego
  • 🏨Hotel Angela

Bocas del Toro Travel Guide Sections

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