BUENA VISTA REALTY - Real Estate Bocas del Toro, Panama

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The archipelago of Bocas del Toro is located on the northwest coast of Panama, not far from Costa Rica. It consists of hundreds of mangrove keys, virgin coral reefs, white sand beaches and pristine turquoise water set against the dramatic backdrop of the 10,000 foot peaks of the mainland. One of the main attractions of the area is Bastimentos National Marine Park. This is one of the most important marine habitats that exist today and covers 13,226 hectares. It is a protected zone for the endangered manatee and is a tarpon spawning ground.

Bird's island This region, considered the most geographically diverse in the Caribbean, abounds with eco-tourism attractions such as turtle watching, jungle tours, river tours and bird watching. It is also the home of two tribes of indigenous people who are happy to share their age-old lifestyles and crafts with visitors. Of course many opportunities for the more traditional recreational activities including camping, snorkeling and diving, hiking, boating and beach combing on the many secluded islands.

Carenero island The town of Bocas del Toro, located on the island of Colon, is easily reached by car, boat or air. There are several daily flights from Panama City and David into the modern airport as well as ferry and boat taxi service and two marinas for those who wish to travel here on their own boats.

The predominate architectural style of Bocas del Toro is Caribbean Colonial; a Victorian style that reminds many of the ambiance of Key West. The town is striving to preserve this old world character by requiring that all new construction or remodeling on the main street must conform to that Colonial style.

In addition to a small town rustic charm the town boasts paved streets, treated potable water, several new hotels and restaurants and such modern conveniences as internet service. As in all of Panama the currency is the US dollar, and in Bocas you will find that many of the local people are fluent in English.

Bocas del Toro may be one of the last easily accessible areas where the dream of owning a piece of paradise for an affordable price is still a reality. Oceanfront home sites, tropical rain forest retreats, large secluded farms, ocean view properties; these can still be purchased at a fraction of the prices elsewhere.