History

• Indigenous tribes of Bocas del Toro were the Bokota, Teribe and Guaymi. In 1502, Christopher Columbus landed in what is now known as Admiral Bay.
  
  

Benefits

• Bocas del Toro's broad range of cultural influence includes German, Indian, Spanish and American. This blend offers interesting traditions and festivals held on the islands.
  
  

Considerations

• Panama's official language is Spanish. In Bocas del Toro, however, English is the most prominent language.
  
  

Features

• Tourists enjoy many activities at Bocas del Toro including Swan Cay, Zapatillas Key, Bocas Town, Hospital Point and San Cristobal Island.
  
  

Potential

• In spite of the islands' tourism, Bocas del Toro remains a natural habitat that includes rain forests, beaches, protected land and water areas, Guaymi villages and coral reefs.