Wild Heart, Deep Jungle: Adventures with Captain Papito

Captain Papito

Meet Captain Papito

Bocas Hope Spot Certified 🌊

Papito is more than just our trusted captain; he is a keeper of jungle secrets. As an independent guide, he specializes in nature-focused adventures that take you deep into the heart of Bocas del Toro, far away from the typical tourist paths.

"Papito’s ‘eagle eyes’ will assure you don’t miss a single sloth, toucan, poison dart frog or other critter during your tour!"

Customized Boat Tours

Full Day Boat Tour

$200 USD

8 hours, up to 4 people. Design your own day of discovery with unlimited stops across the archipelago.

  • Includes up to 10 gallons of gasoline use
  • Drinking water included
  • Snorkel gear provided

Half Day Boat Tour

$160 USD

5 hours, up to 4 people. A focused journey through the islands, perfect for those seeking a shorter escape into nature.

  • Includes up to 10 gallons of gasoline use
  • Drinking water included
  • Snorkel gear provided

San San Pond Sak Manatees

$85 USD/pp

A beautiful nature cruise traversing the historic Snyder Canal into the protected wetlands of Changuinola.

  • Excellent birding and high chances of spotting sloths and iguanas
  • Chances to spot elusive manatees and the playful river otter

Snorkel & Beaches

Snorkeling Spots

Dolphin Bay Mangrove $20/pp

1.5-hour boat excursion. See beautiful starfish & sponges. High chance of seeing Dolphins on the way! Read More →

Isla Pastores $30/pp

Unknown spot with great rock views and marine life.

Cayo Coral $35/pp

Popular destination with over-water lunch options.

Beach Please!

Red Frog Beach $45/pp

Or $75 w/ Polo beach walk. Red Frog entrance ($5/pp) not included.

Playa Estrella $50/pp

Or $60 w/ Bird Island & Bocas Drago. Starfish everywhere.

Islas Zapatillas $50/pp

Includes stop at Cayo Coral. Zapatilla entrance ($10/pp) not included.

Guided Hikes & Frogs

Guided Hikes

Night Tour $30/pp

Step into the nocturnal world with Papito as we search for kinkajous, caimans, and the vibrant life that awakens after dark.

Up the Hill $15/pp

Hike right here in Dolphin Bay. Spot wildlife and enjoy beautiful bay views.

Bastimentos Hikes $50-$60/pp

Intermediate hike to waterfall or challenging hike to Playa Larga.

Frog Expeditions

Dolphin Bay Morph $35/pp

See huge polymorphic populations of Strawberry Poison-dart frogs.

Island Hopping $75/pp

See 3 different color morphs across the archipelago.

Remote Spots $100/pp

Expeditions to Aguacate, Rio Uyama, and Rio Guarumo.

Your Jungle Journey Awaits

Reach out to Dorien or Papito directly via WhatsApp to begin planning your custom adventure.

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