Located in a distant part of Isla Colon in the Bocas del Toro archipelago, Boca del Drago is located 14 kilometers away from Bocas Town on a road that passes local ranches and farms. An exclusive tropical paradise for those who visit it.
This beach with crystal-clear waters and surrounded by palm trees is a perfect place to rest, read, sunbathe or swim in its calm waters.
Beach Surrounded by Corals
Those who like to go a little further into the beach will be able to discover the coral gardens that are close to the coast, which makes snorkeling a perfect activity to enjoy.
Boca del Drago is one of the most favorite places to visit since it is a beach full of starfish and from where it is possible to see Isla Pajaros (birds Island), a protected reserve that attracts scientists and tourists.
Home of the Most Famous Restaurant in Bocas
Right in front of the sea is Yarisnori restaurant, famous for offering Afro-Antillean delicacies that make Bocas del Toro the ideal vacation destination. Trying the gastronomy of this place is almost mandatory when visiting Boca del Drago. While enjoying a delicious lunch of seafood fused with coconut and their original house sauce, it is possible to learn from the owners themselves how this famous place began and became one of the most famous restaurants in Bocas del Toro.
In the surroundings of this place there are also stalls of local artisans, as well as the Institute of Conservation and Tropical Ecology. From this place it is also possible to take boats that travel to Isla Pajaros.
Place Where Christopher Columbus Arrived on His Fourth Voyage
The Visitor to this place will have the opportunity to talk with the locals where many will say that it was in this place where Christopher Columbus arrived in Panama during his fourth voyage in 1502.
Columbus called the northwestern part of Isla Colon “Boca del Drago” (dragon’s mouth) because explorers compared the angry, noisy sea to the labors of a dragon.
How to Get to Boca de Drago?
Visitors who are in Bocas Town can request a round-trip taxi, as well as a boat or even take a bus. Now, if you are in Panama City it is possible to go by car or bus which takes between 11 to 12 hours. However, it is recommended to save time with Flytrip airline that flies every day to Bocas del Toro and in less than an hour takes the Visitor to this Caribbean paradise, for more information: www.flytrip.com.pa.
