Shuttle from Boquete to Bocas del Toro
Departures & pickup
- Departure time: 7:00 AM (arrives around 11:30 AM) and 1:00 PM (arrives around 4:30 PM) from Boquete.
- Pickup: Central Park (Parque Central) in the center of Boquete — we confirm the exact time by WhatsApp the day before.
- Drop-off: Bocas town on Isla Colón — the water taxi from Almirante is included.
- Includes: air-conditioned van, room for regular luggage, the water taxi to Bocas town, and a rest stop on the way.
About this route
Over the continental divide through the Fortuna forest reserve — one of the prettiest road sections in Panama, cloud forest on both sides — then down the Caribbean slope to the Almirante dock and the short water taxi into Bocas town.
Morning departures make the difference here: you arrive with daylight to spare for checking in and finding a beach.
Travel guides for this trip
Frequently asked questions
How do I reserve and pay?
Use our booking form or message us on WhatsApp. We confirm availability, and you secure your seat with a $10.85 deposit per person — by PayPal (booking@panamashuttles.com), Wise or a secure card payment link (card payments include the processing fee). The rest is paid in cash to your driver on the day of travel. Please wait for our confirmation before sending any payment.
What if I cancel or miss the pickup?
The $10.85 deposit is non-refundable if you cancel — even at the last minute — or if you are not at the pickup point at the agreed time, so please be ready 10 minutes early. If road closures or blocked roads stop us from reaching your destination, we refund the deposit in full. Read the booking & cancellation policy.
What time does the shuttle leave Boquete?
The shuttle leaves Boquete at 7:00 AM (arrives around 11:30 AM) and 1:00 PM (arrives around 4:30 PM). We confirm your pickup by WhatsApp the day before travel.
Where is the meeting point in Boquete?
At Central Park (Parque Central), in the center of Boquete town. We confirm the exact time by WhatsApp the day before.
Is the water taxi included?
Yes. The price includes the short water taxi from the Almirante dock to Bocas town, and we time the van with the boat so you are not left waiting.
Can I bring a surfboard or extra luggage?
Usually yes — tell us the sizes when you book so we confirm the space in the van.