Location

Roam is a deeply personal space, a journey rather than a destination. We are an intimate 4 acres nestled into the lush terrain of Isla Solarte’s jungle canopy. Isla Solarte, a part of the Bocas del Toro Archipelago, is 8km of pristine jungle in the middle of the Caribbean Sea, only a 5 minute boat ride from town.

GETTING HERE

“A mind that is stretched by new experiences can never go back to old dimensions.”

-OLIVER WENDALL HOLMES

Roam is for travelers & dreamers. We are a hop, a plane, and a boat ride away! One step at a time, let's get you to Panama first! 

Here are our 2025 updates on how to get to ROAM in Bocas Del Toro:

  • Fly into Tocumen International Airport (PTY) in Panama City, Panama.

  • Transfer to Albrook International Airport (PAC) and fly with Air Panama to Bocas del Toro (BOC).

  • 3 hours in between your international and domestic flights is recommended. Often times, its best to spend one night in the city.

  • Tickets should be purchased directly from the Air Panama website.

Air Travel from San Jose, Costa Rica to Bocas del Toro

Available from San Jose, Costa Rica Directly to Bocas del Toro Panama on Sansa Airlines.

How to Get to Bocas del Toro from Panama City:

 

  1. Fly to Bocas del Toro with Air Panama

  2. Fly to Bocas del Toro with Flytrip

  3. Take a 12 hour bus ride from the Albrook Bus Terminal in Panama City and a 30 minute water shuttle.

  4. Fly to David, Panama, and then take a 4 hour taxi ride and a 30 minute water shuttle.

    What is the fastest and Easiest way to get from Panama city to BocaS DEL TORO?

    Step 1: First, you’ll book your international flights to Tocumen International Airport in Panama City (PTY).

    Step 2: Next, you’ll get flights with Air Panama or Flytrip airlines from the Alrbook International Airport to Bocas del Toro (PAC –> BOC). Book these flights directly on AirPanama.com, Flytrip.com.pa. and leave 2.5-3 hours in between your international flight arrival and the domestic flight to Bocas del Toro as you will need to clear immigration and then transfer airports from Tocumen International (PTY) to Albrook International (PAC) where Air Panama and

    Flytrip fly out of.

    Helpful Hints:

    • We recommend booking your Air Panama or domestic flight in advance as they can fill up and get more expensive as the dates get closer. Air Panama is far more responsive on the phone than online if you need help or need to change a reservation.

    • Air Panama officially recommends leaving 1 day in between your domestic and international flights as a buffer for delays and flight cancellations due to weather. We recommend at least three hours, however, we often fly to the city one day and book our international flight for the next.

    • It takes about 30 minutes to drive from Tocumen Airport to Albrook Airport, and you can use UBER (cheapest way) or just take an airport taxi (fastest way). For a private English speaking driver please message on whatsapp Aaron +507-6780-6843 or we are happy to help you make this contact. While he is a little more expensive than uber, he is also a tour guide and provides much more than just a ride.

      Airport Codes:

      • The Bocas del Toro Airport Code is BOC (International Airport of Bocas del Toro, Isla Colon)

      • The San Jose, Costa Rica Airport Code is SJO (Juan Sanatamariá International Airport)

      • The Panama City International Airport Code is PTY (Tocumen International Airport)

      • The Panama City Domestic Airport Code is PAC (Albrook “Marcos A. Gelabert” International Airport)

      • Air Panama or Fly Trip (Flights from Panama City to Bocas del Toro)

AIRPORT AND BUS TERMINAL INFORMATION:

The Bocas del Toro Airport is called Aeropuerto Internacional de Bocas del Toro, Isla Colón (Bocas del Toro International Airport, Colon Island).

Albrook Bus Station (Located near Albrook Mall & Airport) for Panama City to Bocas del Toro

How to get to Bocas del Toro, from San Jose, Costa Rica by shuttle

  • Caribe Shuttle has a $60 guided shuttle service from San Jose to Bocas. It leaves early in the morning from your SJO hotel, to arrive in Bocas in the late afternoon (about a 10 hour trip).



 

GETTING THE TIMING RIGHT

TRAVELING WITH LESS STRESS

If your flight into Panama City's Tocumen Airport that lands before 2 PM you can make it to Bocas del Toro, on that same day flying via Albrook Airport. If your flight lands after 2PM the best plan is to spend a night in Panama City. We offer this as a suggestion to stress less and enjoy old city splendor more while on your trip! When flying into a different country, it's important to consider the time it might take to go through customs, retrieve your bags.

If your flight lands in Panama city at the Tocumen airport at 12 noon Leaves at 3PM Bocas del Toro,t his should be no problem.  This gives you an hour to get through customs and two hours to get across the city, plenty of time. Giving yourself this time is critical, so be careful not to schedule your two flights too close together.

ONCE YOU LAND IN BOCAS DEL TORO

Just let us know your flight and arrival time in advance, and a driver will be waiting for you just outside the door. The taxi will bring you to our boat dock where our boat taxi will be waiting to take you to ROAM Retreat. We are so excited to welcome you to our little slice of the jungle.

ARRIVING VIA SHUTTLE FROM COSTA RICA

By Shuttle from Costa Rica to Bocas del Toro Crossing through Sixaola

From San Jose or Puerto Viejo, Caribe Shuttle offes transport door to door. The price includes shuttle, border crossing assistance, and the boat from Almirante to Bocas del Toro. We will meet you in Bocas Town.

 

ONE NIGHT IN THE CITY?

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What to do if you are arriving into Panama City late afternoon? Never fear, this is all just a part of your unique trip! You have the opportunity to enjoy the moment and take part in a completely different micro-adventure as you spend one night in the city. We recommend spending the night in the city’s most charismatic neighborhood, Casco Viejo. Casco Viejo is an enchanting melting pot of modern Panamanian flair with old world architecture. A simple google search will leave an array of travelers excited to explore the canal district, the gastronomic splendor, and the artistic candor of this 500 year old city.

A plethora of the city’s best restaurants are located in this neighborhood not to mention the best roof-top views.  We are happy to recommend our favorite hotels, restaurants, and yoga studios; but also consider the pleasure of letting yourself wander and allowing experience to unfold! Uber is widely used in Panama and there are no shortage of cabs. From any hotel in Casco Viejo you can get to the Albrook or National airport, where your Air Panama flight will take you to Bocas del Toro, in 15 min tops.