One of the most popular attractions in the Azuero peninsula is probably the wildlife refuge of Isla Iguana. Famous for its white sand beach, crystal clear waters, extensive mangrove forests and coral reefs, a tour to the island is certainly a great way to connect with nature.
Located at about 1 hour and a half from Playa Venao, Isla Iguana is a wildlife reserve accessible by boat from the shore of Playa Arenal in the town of Pedasi.
Enjoy a virgin beach with peace of mind
By choosing the all inclusive tour to Isla Iguana, you can enjoy this unspoiled island with peace of mind, as every detail has been taken care of. First, a private transportation will take you from Playa Venao to Playa Arenal, where a shared roofed boat and its captain will be waiting for you. Before getting in, it is important that everyone go through the immigration office that is located on the shore. Because the island is protected, it is mandatory to show a valid passport before being allowed to visit.
The boat is scheduled to leave the shore at 9 am, taking about 20 minutes to get to the island. Once you get there, you will have plenty of time to enjoy this special piece of land. Snorkel equipment and beach chairs are included in the tour, so you can sit back and relax or go for some exploration. Other than simply enjoying the beach or snorkeling, the main activities to do on the island are to walk in the forest, observe nature or try fishing.
As the island is a wildlife refuge, it is mostly untouched by human activities. This means that nature is very rich on the island : there you can find lots of animals, birds and a variety of plants in the forest. There is literally nothing on the island : no facilities, no restaurants, not any hotels. However, the tour includes some snacks and drinks for you to enjoy on the island. We simply advise you to bring a good amount of water and wear sunscreen. Also, please note that any alcoholic beverages, smoking, pets and loud speakers are not allowed on the island.
After half a day on the island, the captain of the boat will take you back to the shore, where a private transportation will bring you to a local restaurant to enjoy a nice lunch, included in the package. The duration of the whole journey is around 6 hours from beginning to end. There are daily departures every morning for this tour all year round. Different options are available for you to choose the tour that fits your needs, although we highly recommend the all-inclusive one to maximize the experience.
Quick details about the tour :
- Leaving Playa Venao at 8h30 am
- From Playa Arenal (Pedasi), the boat taxi leaves at 9 am and take about 20 minutes to reach the island
- Enjoy plenty of time on the Island for the activities mentioned above
- Returning to the shore of Playa Arenal around 2 pm
- The tour is the only one in the region that includes a meal in a luxury restaurant in Pedasi
- Other tour options available during the whales season : whale watching and Isla Iguana combined in the same tour.
Isla Iguana Tour 
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