We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
All 2 Isla de Coiba Attractions »

Coiba Island National Park

Isla de Coiba, Panama
4.5 of 5 stars 14 Reviews
Type: National Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Snorkelling
Traveller Description: The Indo-Pacific current through the Gulf of Chiriqui provides a very unique dive/snorkel environment. The warm current brings with it coral and many... more »
Update attraction details
Write a Review

14 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    8
    4
    2
    0
    0
Date Rating
Panama City, Panama
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Beautiful waters, food, environment. I went in a university tour, and it was really nice. You are really deep in contact with nature. Must visit these islands, they worth the visit, really. The ANAM lodgings are not nice, they should do something. I was feeling a little bit disgusted because the matresses feel very old when you go in them... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Dusseldorf, Germany
Contributor
13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

beautiful island, beautiful flora, beautiful fauna, great snorkeling, untouched nature, really really spectacular! A++++!

Was this review helpful? Yes
Santa Catalina, Veraguas, Panama
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2012

As a tour provider, I am happy to see the new shower/bathroom house installed, clean and functioning. Kitchen spaces are ample and always nice to be visited by agoutis, capuchins, hummingbirds and Tito..I just wish folks would not throw scraps out to the vultures.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Phoenix, Arizona
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 July 2011
5
people found this review helpful

The town of Santa The town of Santa Catalina is difficult to get to to put it mildly, but for the adventurous, well woth the effort. I dove for two days, six tanks total. Luis the dive guide was great, we saw scores of white tip shark, baracuda , five octopus, two seahorses, many variety eels, a couple of rays,... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Panama
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 August 2010
3
people found this review helpful

We took a three day scuba/snorkeling trip with Coiba Dive Center. The cost was very reasonable given the park fees, boat/fuel costs, and scuba equipment (for the divers). Coiba Dive Center (CDC) is run by a very nice couple (Glenn and Julie). Glenn handled the reservations and did a great job communicating with us about what we wanted. Julie was... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Montreal, Canada
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2010
1
person found this review helpful

Went diving with the Coiba Dive Center in Santa Catalina ( Panama ) last week to complete my open water PADI certification. My instructor (Julie) was really knowledgeable & sweet. I got a top of the line course...actually better than I expected (I heard a few stories of people going down south to complete their certification...well that's the thing they... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chicago
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 October 2009
3
people found this review helpful

Did a 3 day dive package, staying at Coiba 2 nights with Coiba Dive Center. The husband and wife team at CDC did a fantastic job and are very knowledgable about the area, diving, and marine life. As for the diving it was kind of repitive after a while, and the comment that it is the next Galapagos is quite... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Celle, Deutschland
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2011 via mobile
Google Translation

More
Was this review helpful? Yes
Montréal, Québec
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2010
Google Translation

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travellers who viewed Coiba Island National Park also viewed

Coiba Adventure
5 of 5 stars 1 Review
Isla de Coiba, Veraguas Province
Scuba Coiba
3.5 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Santiago de Veraguas, Veraguas Province
 
Fluid Adventures Panama
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Santa Catalina, Veraguas Province
Santa Catalina
4 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Panama, Central America
 

Been to Coiba Island National Park? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Coiba Island National Park, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »