The north coast of Isla Colón with its starfish beach, then a boat day in Bastimentos National Marine Park with a swim at Red Frog Beach.
2 days, 12 stopsBalanced paceDec to AprApproved by TravPa Editors, Nov 7, 2026
Trip at a glance
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Day 1: Boca del Drago, Playa Estrella and Isla Carenero
The north coast of Isla Colón: kayaks at Boca del Drago, starfish at Playa Estrella, then a bike ride in Bocas Town and a waterfront dinner.
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9:00 AMBoca del DragoGo by taxi about 14 km from Bocas Town; rent a kayak or paddleboard, or book a boat to the bird island.About 1 hour 15 min here
Free to visit
Walk about 30 min
2
10:45 AMPlaya EstrellaWalk the mangrove trail and bridges to the beach. Never touch or lift the starfish out of the water.About 1 hour 30 min here
Ask your boat operator, $[fee]
Taxi to Bocas Town, about 40 min
3
1:00 PMBocas Town waterfront restaurantsHave a late lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants; patties, coconut rice and seafood are the local staples.About 1 hour 30 min here
Pay as you go
Walk about 5 min
4
2:30 PMOptionalBocas TownRent a bike and ride the paved roads of Isla Colón; the shops and bike rentals are in the center.About 1 hour 15 min here
Free to visit
Bike and water taxi, about 20 min
5
4:00 PMIsla CareneroCross by water taxi and walk around the small island in about an hour, past beaches, bars and surf breaks.About 2 hours 45 min here
Free to visit
Water taxi about 5 min
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6:45 PMBocas Town waterfront restaurantsFinish with dinner on the waterfront in Bocas Town.
Pay as you go
Before you go
Book these aheadZapatilla Cays (day 2): timed tickets, or tickets that often sell out.
Book boat tours with localsZapatilla Cays and the reefs are in a national marine park, so book with a local operator and follow your guide.
Respect the starfishDo not touch the starfish or lift them out of the water, and never pull up corals.
Pack for sun and rainBring sunscreen, a hat, insect repellent and water; it can be sunny in the morning and rainy at midday.
Carry some cashTake small bills for the village of Old Bank, the Red Frog private path and tips to boat drivers.
Swim where it is safeBluff and Wizard beaches have strong waves and currents, so ask locals before you swim.
Where to stay for this plan
Stay in Bocas Town for restaurants and water taxis to every beach, or on Isla Carenero for a quieter base two minutes by boat.
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Plan last checked Nov 7, 2026. Check individual fee sources before you go. TravPa earns a commission when you book through a partner; your price stays the same.
