10 Reasons Bocas del Toro is Worth Visiting

Considering a trip to Bocas del Toro, but just haven’t quite made up your mind to the point of booking your airfare and accommodations? If you’re still on the line about visiting this unique archipelago, here are 10 reasons why we think Bocas del Toro should be your next vacation destination. 

1. Bocas del Toro is a relatively quiet Caribbean destination.

Visiting many Caribbean islands means battling the other millions of people that visit each year — for beach space, the best accommodations, tour slots, airfare deals and more. Now, consider that, while some Caribbean spots receive millions of travelers per year, Bocas del Toro’s main hub, Bocas Town, only gets approximately 150,000 tourists per year. This means Bocas del Toro is a quieter, less-crowded spot to enjoy pristine, private beaches, charming and historic towns, lush rainforests and more.

2. Adventures await at every turn.

For adventure travelers, Bocas del Toro offers no shortage of options. Whether you prefer island-hopping on a speed boat, diving among pristine marine life, trekking through the jungle, catching a giant wave or descending into a deep cave, there’s no shortage of adrenaline-pumping, awe-inspiring fun.

3. There’s a way to enjoy the water for everyone.

Not every traveler is a thrill-seeker. Luckily, there are many, many ways to enjoy the water and beaches while visiting Bocas del Toro. Beyond surfing, diving and simply lounging out on the sand, visitors can wade among starfish and other marine life at spots like Starfish Beach, go on a leisurely boating tour to see far-flung spots within the archipelago, or try snorkeling, for views of the world below the waves, without the intensity of diving.

4. Agritourism is on tap.

Agritourism — or tourist activities that revolve around seeing and experiencing a destination’s agricultural and food production practices — is growing in popularity. If it’s a trend that catches your interest, you’ll be able to get up close and personal with Bocas del Toro’s agricultural scene, with stops by farms that produce a range of historically important exports (even chocolate!).

5. You’ll taste some of the freshest seafood you’ll ever find.

Bocas Town offers an array of dining options, but, no matter where you feast while in Bocas del Toro, be sure to try some of the fresh seafood while you’re here. With so much water (this is an archipelago, after all!), the seafood options are plentiful and always incredibly fresh.

6. Bocas del Toro boasts a rich history and culture.  

If you’re the type of traveler to always be interested in a destination’s history and culture, you’ll find a wealth of it in Bocas del Toro. Learn about the indigenous Ngäbe culture and traditions, straight from the people themselves, as well as the islands’ connections to Christopher Columbus and the Spanish, and then later connections with piracy, trade and agriculture.

7. Bocas del Toro is a great choice for group travel.

If you’re planning a group trip, whether for business or leisure, you can’t go wrong with Bocas del Toro. The islands offer so much to do and see, and there’s something for every taste and preference — no one can complain. 

8. Bocas del Toro is a biodiverse, wildlife-lover’s paradise.

Bocas del Toro is truly paradise, and, as such, a wealth of biodiverse wildlife call the destination home. On land, you’ll spot tropical flora and fauna, exotic birds, friendly monkeys and sloths. On a boating excursion, you’ll see pods of dolphin, giant starfish and other sea creatures. If you visit during the right times of year, you can even catch the bioluminescent phenomenon, a rare occurrence in which marine life comes aglow after nightfall, lighting up the ocean. 

9. Sustainability and conservation are a big deal.

If sustainability is of great importance to you when you travel, you’ll appreciate the growing attention Bocas del Toro organizations have been paying to keeping the islands pristine for decades and centuries to come. You can support their efforts by choosing sustainable, eco-friendly accommodations and activities.

10. Finding your perfect vacation home rental in Bocas del Toro is easy.

Last, but certainly not least, in our top reasons Bocas del Toro is worth visiting: It’s incredibly easy to find a perfect luxury vacation home rental. Casa Botanica has everything you need for a luxurious, yet eco-friendly, stay, with room enough for traveling groups, yet still enough privacy for couples and small families.

Learn more and see what awaits. We can’t wait to welcome you to Casa Botanica!