Coiba Island Prices 2026–2027: How Much It Costs to Visit Coiba
Two numbers decide your budget: the boat and the park permit. Here are both, with no small print.
Coiba Tour Prices, Per Boat
Every tour is private: the boat, the captain and the day are yours. That is why we quote per boat and not per seat. The more of you there are, the less each one pays.
Coiba Island Hopping, 1 Day
Snorkeling, empty beaches and a ranger station visit. Snorkel gear and Deepboards always aboard; SUP boards if you ask.
Coiba in 2 Days
Reach the far islands the day boats skip, with the night at Bahía Honda or Isla Simca. Twice the chances for whales, dolphins and turtles.
Coiba Fishing Day
6 to 8 hours of open Pacific: yellowfin tuna, wahoo, dorado and snapper, with full gear on board.
Jicarita & Jicarón Fishing
The far south of the park and often the best fishing day of the year. A longer run, a bigger reward.
How Much Per Person? A Quick Calculator
Split the boat, then add the permit. These examples use the day trip at $950 and the $20 permit for foreign visitors:
| Group | Boat each | Permit each | Total each |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people | $475 | $20 | $495 |
| 4 people | $238 | $20 | $258 |
| 6 people | $158 | $20 | $178 |
Rounded to the dollar. Panamanian guests pay $5 for the permit instead of $20.
The Coiba National Park Entrance Fee
This is the one cost that is not ours. We do not charge it, we do not keep it, and it has nothing to do with Travel Coiba. It is paid to MiAmbiente, and it goes to the Coiba Fund, which pays for the rangers, the patrols and the upkeep of the park. In other words, it keeps Coiba wild for the next visitor.
Rates at the time of writing. Every visitor needs the permit, fishing trips included. Children under 12 do not pay, but they still have to be registered on the MiAmbiente site with the rest of the group. You pay it online on the official MiAmbiente protected areas site, and the rangers check it with your passport or ID at the station:
Pay the park fee on MiAmbiente ↗
Not sure how to fill it in? Send us a message and we walk you through it. For two-day trips, the site shows the exact amount for your dates.
What the Boat Price Includes
- A private boat with a licensed captain and a local guide who know the park’s currents and tides.
- Snorkel gear and Deepboards for everyone, life jackets, water and ice. SUP boards at no extra cost if you ask.
- A flexible plan: the captain picks the spots of the day by the tide, the currents and what you want to see.
- Departure from Santa Catalina or from our home dock in El Bongo, Montijo.
What Else to Budget
- Food: always made to order. Tell us before the trip what you want on board. Beach BBQ options start at $10 per person, or bring your own cuts and our chef grills them for free.
- Getting there: your ride to Santa Catalina or El Bongo, and a night nearby, since boats leave early.
- Extras: drinks with alcohol and tips are up to you.
Is Coiba Expensive?
Coiba is far, and that distance is the reason it is still wild: a long run across open sea, then 38 islands and more than 100 islets to explore. Most of the price is the trip itself, fuel and crew for a full day. Shared group boats from Santa Catalina cost less per seat. A private boat costs more in total, but for a family or a group of friends the cost per person gets close, and the day runs at your pace, with nobody rushing you out of the water.
Book Your Coiba Tour
- Private Coiba Island tour: $950 per boat, 1 to 6 people.
- Coiba 2-day tour: $1,700 per boat, with the night at Bahia Honda or Isla Simca.
- Coiba fishing charter: $1,500 per boat, or $1,700 to Jicarita and Jicaron.
- Coming in whale season? Whale watching in Coiba, July to October.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to go to Coiba Island?
A private day trip costs $950 per boat for up to 6 people, plus the MiAmbiente entrance fee for each visitor ($20 foreign, $5 Panamanian). Two days cost $1,700 per boat.
Do you have to pay to enter Coiba National Park?
Yes. Every visitor needs a MiAmbiente permit. Travel Coiba does not charge or collect it: you pay it on the official MiAmbiente site, and it funds the park through the Coiba Fund.
How much does a fishing charter in Coiba cost?
$1,500 per boat for a day of fishing in Coiba, or $1,700 per boat to Jicarita and Jicaron, for up to 4 anglers. Details on the Coiba fishing charter page.
Is the tour price per person?
No. It is per boat. One person or six pay the same boat price, so the cost per person drops as the group grows.
Can I visit Coiba without a tour?
Coiba has no regular public transport. You reach it by boat with an authorized operator, and you still need the park permit.
When should I book?
As early as you can for December to April and for holidays. Write to us with your date and group size and we confirm availability.
Planning the road and the boat ride? Read the full guide on how to get to Coiba by Pacific Adventure Tours, the team behind Travel Coiba.