PANAMA-TUNA COAST

 

At 280 km (175 miles) from Panama city ( 3 hours and 30 minutes), you will find the district of Pedasì (The tuna coast) in the province of Los Santos.

This area has been blessed with wonderful beaches ideal for fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, surf and many other activities. This i s the place that has been chosen by Panafishing Adventures to offer to its distinguished customers, since it is one of the best sport fishing destinations in Panama.

The tuna coast- Pedasi  also includes isla Iguana as part of its attractive.  Isla Iguana  is a natural island reserve, with beautiful white sand beaches, and a very large variety of birds, crabs, iguanas among many other species of animals.

About Panama

Offitial name: Republica de Panama

Government: Democratic Republic, its elections are celebrated every four years

Language: Spanish is the official language, however,  English is spoken in most of the larger cities and tourist areas.

Population: 3.191.319 (July 2006 Est.), the  population of Panama is a combination of many cultures, believes and  backgrounds. the mix includes  spanish, chinese, arab, hindu, african,  native indian, among many others.

Religion: 85% Roman Catholic, 10% Protestant, 5% Islamic

Time Zone: Panama is in the Eastern time zone and does not observe daylight savings time.

Time: GMT/UTC minus 5 hours

Climate: The Climate in Panama is a hundred per cent tropical with temperatures that oscillate between 26° and 30° Centigrade throughout the year. Panama has two well defined seasons, one dry season with shiny sun from December to April and a rainy season from May to November. You can also enjoy temperatures between 12° and 15° centigrade on the high lands of the Province of Chiriqui, near the border Costa Rica. These temperatures can be also found in El Valle de Anton and Cerro Azul, one hour and half and 40 minutes from Panama respectively.

Clothing: Bring light-weight clothing A wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses are important if you are fishing or at the coast. Dress for business is formal so bring your suit - lightweight if you have one.

Public Services: Panama has a complete network of electricity (110 Volts) that covers all the country, a sophisticated telecommunications system that includes among others, cellular telephony, telex, internet and cable. Water is absolutely potable, described as one of the purest of the world and it can be drunk directly from the faucet.

Weights & measures: Metric

Area code: +507

Credit Cards: Credit cards such as Visa, Master Card, American Express and Diners Club are accepted in most of the tourist areas, stores, restaurants in Panama City.

Currency: The official currency is the Balboa and is equivalent to one US dollar. US dollar is widely accepted everywhere in Panama.

Departure Tax: A US $20 departure tax is charged when you exit the country.

Entry Requirements:
A valid passport
Tourist card or visa
Economic solvency
Return tickect

Hospitals: Panama has some of the most modern and best-equipped hospitals in Central America.

Tipping: A tip of 10 to 15% is recomended. Some resturants includes the tips in the check, therefore, we recomend to verify before tipping.