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Pedasi
Spend 2–3 days in Pedasi for beach time, whale watching and island trips; easy to reach from Panama City by short flight.
Pedasi is a small Pacific West town with sandy beaches, nearby islands and seasonal whale watching. A short flight from Panama City makes it a convenient 2‑3‑day beach stop.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- PAB
- Best months
- Jul–Oct (whale watching), Dec–Apr (dry season)
- avoid May–Jun (rainy)
- Airport
- PLD
- Nights
- 2
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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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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 Pedasi104 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Pedasi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the balboa (PAB), fixed 1 to 1 with the US dollar; US dollar notes are the paper money in use, with Panamanian coins.Panama-wide
- SIM or eSIMMás Móvil, Tigo and Digicel SIMs at Tocumen and in malls; passport required.Panama-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Panama City and most towns; drink bottled on the islands and in Bocas.Panama-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% if not added.Panama-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Panama-wide
- SafetyPedasi is generally safe; petty theft is rare but keep valuables secure on beaches and in taxis.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets; basic outhouses on San Blas islands.Panama-wide
- Emergency numbers104 police · 103 fire and ambulance · 911 General emergency
- Sundays & holidayscheckCarnival and the November holidays close offices; Miraflores Locks open daily (check hours).Panama-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPLD Pedasi Airport (Domestic flights from Panama City; about 1 h flight).
- Getting aroundYellow taxis from the main‑road stop; no rideshare apps.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- BeerBeer (bottle)$2–4
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (city ride)$5–10
- Budget bedMid‑range hotel or bungalow, a night, per roomPAB 60
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel or bungalow, a night, per roomPAB 85
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel or bungalow, a night, per roomPAB 120
A day, not counting the bed: Budget PAB 45 · Mid PAB 70 · High PAB 120
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
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.
- Airports
- PLD Pedasi Airport (Domestic flights from Panama City; about 1 h flight)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Jul–Oct, Dec–Apr. Avoid: May–Jun. Month by month →
Warmest May (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Pedasi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Mar
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
6 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
7 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Dec
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 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
Yellow taxis from the main‑road stop; no rideshare apps. Walk or bike for nearby beaches.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Isla Iguana
goDoor to door: About 45 min round trip
Boat from Playa Arenal, ~20 min
Birds, iguanas, clear water; no formal ticket needed
Whale Watching
cautionDoor to door: 2–3 h total
Local boat from Playa Arenal, seasonal
Only July‑Oct; book in advance, weather dependent
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.
Pedasi Sports Club
A/C suites, pool, restaurant; US$65 per night
Posada Los Destiladeros
Beach bungalows; US$60‑200 per night
Residencial Moscoso
Basic rooms; US$10 per night
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
- Budget
- PAB45–70 excl. bed
- Mid
- PAB70–120 excl. bed
- High
- PAB120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel or bungalow1 × 2 nights × PAB 85 | PAB 170 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × PAB 70 | PAB 280 |
| Domestic flight Panama City → Pedasi (round‑trip)2 × PAB 180 · check | PAB 360 |
| Taxi from airport to town2 × PAB 20 · check | PAB 40 |
| Boat to Isla Iguana (round‑trip)2 × PAB 25 · check | PAB 50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | PAB 90 |
| Trip total≈ PAB 248 per person per day, bed included | PAB 990 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Meal at a local restaurant | $5–12 |
| Beer (bottle) | $2–4 |
| Taxi (city ride) | $5–10 |
| Boat to Isla Iguanacheck | $25 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taxis only; arrange fares before boarding.
- Whale watching boats operate only July‑Oct; check schedules.
- Some beaches have strong currents; heed local advice.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 104
- Fire and ambulance
- 103
- General emergency
- 911
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police104
- Fire and ambulance103
- General emergency911
Embassy
US consulate in Panama City; contact for assistance.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Pedasi Airport → town taxi: about $15 (check)
- Boat to Isla Iguana: about $25 round‑trip (check)
Say or show
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much does it cost? (kwahn-toh koo-sta)
- ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach? (don-deh es-ta la pla-ya)
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 Pedasi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jul–Oct (whale watching), Dec–Apr (dry season) · avoid May–Jun (rainy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Fly Panama City → Pedasi (PLD) early morning, stay near town centre.
- Base at Pedasi Sports Club for easy activity booking.
- Use taxi stop for beach hops; consider bike rental for short distances.
Sources
- secondaryPedasi tourism info
- secondaryWikivoyage: Pedasi, revision 4840355 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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