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Major city · Panama

Islas Secas

Go only if you have a high budget and want a private-island resort experience: 3–4 nights, fly from Panama City, boat from Boca Chica.

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Islas Secas is a private archipelago in the Gulf of Chiriquí, about 25 km southeast of Boca Chica. It operates as a single high-end resort with all-inclusive stays, fly-in access and a focus on marine activities. Most travellers skip it because of the cost and the limited independent travel options.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
USD
Best months
Dec–Apr (dry season), Jul–Oct (whale watching)
avoid May–Jun (rainy season, fewer whales)
Airport
PTY
Nights
3–4

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Islas Secas: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 6Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) giv…
  • Central America ↗Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras and Nicaragua (CA-4) give one shared entry allowance, usually 90 days in total; leaving for Belize, Costa Rica or Mexico and coming back does not always reset it — check with immigration before a long stay.
  • Central America ↗Cross land borders in daylight and early in the day; many posts close or empty of transport by late afternoon, and the approaches are where robberies happen.
  • Central America ↗Several borders charge entry, exit or municipal fees in US dollars (Belize exit, Nicaragua entry and exit, Honduras entry); carry small, clean US notes and ask for a receipt.
  • Panama ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Panama's National Migration Service or a Panamanian consulate; proof of onward travel and funds may be asked for.
  • Panama ↗Do not travel independently in the Darién; the UK and other governments warn against parts of it, and there is no road crossing to Colombia.
  • Panama ↗Guna Yala (San Blas) is governed by the Guna people: visitor fees apply, and photography of people usually needs permission and payment. Book through Guna-run or licensed operators.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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Not in this guide yet

  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Islas Secas911 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Islas Secas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Private-island resortSnorkelling and diving in the Gulf of ChiriquíWhale watching (Jul–Oct)Seclusion and luxury
Airports
PTY Tocumen International Airport (Resort's private plane from Tocumen or Albrook Field; roundtrip US$400 per person (2026 estimate))

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  5. May

    Avoid

    32°C (90°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    31°C (88°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    32°C (90°F)

Best: Jul–Oct, Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Jun. Month by month →

Warmest Feb (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (23°C (73°F) low), wettest Oct (18 rain days), driest Feb (3). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Islas Secas: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

4 rd

Feb

33°C (91°F)

23°C (73°F)

3 rd

Mar

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

3 rd

Apr

33°C (91°F)

24°C (75°F)

6 rd

May

32°C (90°F)

24°C (75°F)

14 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

15 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

16 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

17 rd

Oct

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

18 rd

Nov

31°C (88°F)

23°C (73°F)

14 rd

Dec

32°C (90°F)

23°C (73°F)

6 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

The resort's boat, the Betty Fae, transfers guests between islands and to activities. No public transport.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Boca Chicago

Door to door: About 30 min

Resort boat, about 30 min

Gateway town for the Gulf of Chiriquí; book a day trip or transfer.

Isla Palenquecaution

Door to door: About 1 h

Resort boat, about 1 h

Another private resort island; access is by arrangement or as a guest.

Santa Catalinacaution

Door to door: About 2 h

Boat to Boca Chica, then road, about 2 h total

Surf and diving town; requires a transfer through Boca Chica.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Islas Secas Resort

The only accommodation on the islands; all-inclusive, book directly.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Resort (all-inclusive)
US$800–1,500+ (2026 estimate)

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Resort all-inclusive (per person per night)2 × 3 nights × US$2,000US$12,000
Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × US$2,000US$12,000
Private plane roundtrip from Panama City2 × US$400 · checkUS$800
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeUS$2,480
Trip total≈ US$4,547 per person per day, bed includedUS$27,280

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2026 estimate in USD; flights to Panama City excluded. Only the resort option is available.

Prices of common things

Private plane roundtrip (Panama City ↔ Islas Secas)checkUS$400 per person
Resort all-inclusive (per person per night)checkUS$800–2,000

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

The resort area is very safe. The main risk is sun exposure and dehydration on boat trips; bring reef-safe sunscreen and plenty of water.
  • Access is by resort boat or private plane only; no public ferry.
  • The resort is expensive: check the all-inclusive rate before booking.
  • Whale watching season (Jul–Oct) may have rougher seas.

Emergency numbers

Emergency
911
Police
104
Fire
103

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My bed tonight

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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Emergency911
  • Police104
  • Fire103

Embassy

The US embassy is in Panama City; most other countries also have embassies there.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Private plane roundtrip: US$400 per person, about 1 h (check)
  • Resort boat to Boca Chica: Included in stay; about 30 min

Say or show

  • Hola — Hello (OH-lah)
  • Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-see-ahs)
  • ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (KWAHN-toh KWES-tah)
  • ¿Puedo pagar con tarjeta? — Can I pay by card? (PWEH-doh pah-GAR kon tar-HEH-tah)
  • ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the bathroom? (DOHN-deh es-TAH el BAH-nyoh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Islas Secas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–Apr (dry season), Jul–Oct (whale watching) · avoid May–Jun (rainy season, fewer whales) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 1 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Panama

Sources

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