Shuttle from David to Santa Catalina
Departures & pickup
- Departure time: 8:30 AM (arrives around 1:00 PM) and 2:30 PM (arrives around 7:00 PM) from David.
- Pickup: Supermarket Barú in David — we confirm the exact time by WhatsApp the day before.
- Drop-off: your hotel or hostel in Santa Catalina.
- Includes: air-conditioned van, room for regular luggage, and a rest stop on the way.
About this route
Landing at David’s Enrique Malek airport? This leg connects the morning flights from Panama City straight to the surf coast — the fastest fly-and-ride combination to reach Santa Catalina and the Coiba boats without the full seven-hour road day from the capital.
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 David?
The shuttle leaves David at 8:30 AM (arrives around 1:00 PM) and 2:30 PM (arrives around 7:00 PM). We confirm your pickup by WhatsApp the day before travel.
Where is the meeting point in David?
At Supermarket Barú in David. We confirm the exact time by WhatsApp the day before.
Do you drop me at my hotel?
Yes. In Santa Catalina we drop you at your hotel or hostel — tell us where you are staying when you book.
Can you line this up with a Coiba tour?
Yes — tell us your dates and we make sure you arrive the evening before your boat. Coiba trips leave Santa Catalina early in the morning.