Of course, many water sports activities are available. You can choose from a selection of day tours and visit numerous islands in the spectacular Bocas del Toro archipelago.

Boating Day
Trip By far one of the most popular day activities is a day long boat trip. Very easy to organize with independent water taxis in Bocas or through Bocas Water Sports or J&J Tours. If you’re willing to join others to fill a tour boat (8-10 people), average cost is $15-17/pp. The most popular circuit includes Dolphin Bay (yes, you usually do see dolphins), Coral Cay (exceptionally beautiful reef, lotsa fish! Then lunch in one of the restaurants over the water) and then an afternoon sunning, swimming or surfing at Red Frog Beach. Including Zapatilla, gorgeous! uninhabited island, part of the Bastimentos National Marine Park, will increase your fare to $20/pp. Day Tours are also available to Boca del Drago, Bird Key.

Catamaran Sailing
Day Tour with a licensed, experienced captain, sails around various islands in the archipelago and can include snorkeling. Can accommodate 8-10 people, $35/pp and includes lunch. Reservations are recommended during the high season.
www.bocassailing.com

Booze Cruise
The Barco Loco is a uniquely outfitted pontoon boat for sippin’and sailin’ around the islands!!! Reservations recommended.

Snorkeling
Some of the most pristine, unspoiled reefs in the world are found right here in the Bocas archipelago. Beautiful reefs are near to Carenero. While we can provide masks and snorkels, we do recommend you bring your own.

Diving
2 PADI certified Dive Centers, Bocas Water Sports and Starfleet Scuba are located in Bocas, just a 3 minute boat ride from Careening Cay.
www.bocaswatersports.com
www.starfleetscuba.com

Jet Skis
Available for hourly rental. Arrange prepayment in Bocas, Can be delivered to Careening Cay.

Surfing
World Class surfing around Bocas del Toro. The northern tip of Carenero, 20 minute walk from Careening Cay, has an impressive reputation for challenging waves. Check out Paunch Beach, Bluff Beach, Wizard’s Beach Surf boards are available for rent in Bocas at Tropix and Flow

 

Butterfly
Gardens A Butterfly Gardens and Parrot and Exotic Reptiles Pavillions are in the planning stages right here on Careening Cay. Currently there is a small, lovely Butterfly Gardens available for tours for $5.00/pp on the outskirts of Bocas. The owner is very knowledgeable about different plants and butterfly species. An early morning in the ethereal world of Butterflies is well spent.

Jungle Walks/Night Walks
Available with well trained and knowledgeable guides, a fun adventure. See monkeys, sloth, cayman, Iguanas Frogs, Parrots, Toucan, Kinkajous.

Bird Watching
Hummingbird feeders right here on Careening Cay brings the flying dancers right to your porch and the Cosmic Crab. Herons, egret, pelicans, eagle, hawks, Parrots all nest on Carenero. Bird Key is a must see stop for Bird watchers. A beautiful,small island rising 50 feet out of the water, inhabited only by wildlife including hundreds of species of birds.

The Smithsonian Tropical Research Center

Beaches
Red Frog, Boca del Drago, Zapatilla are favorites.

Pools
Playa Mango has a small beach area and a great pool. Poolside bar/restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. Swan’s Cay Hotel has a pool with bar/restaurant and beautiful view of Carenero and open seas. Garden of Eden on Solarte is beautifully landscaped with stunning views. Hacienda del Toro on San Cristobal, worth the 20 minute boat trip, especially if you include horseback riding. Most have small fees for using the pools, usually $5/pp.

Land, Sea and Air Adventures
Fly over the Bocas del Toro archipelago in a sea plane and see the sights from above. www.land-sea-air-adventures.com

Learn Spanish
Spanish by the Sea offers private and small group lessons. www.spanishbythesea.com

Massage
Relax and enjoy a massage by certified massage therapists.

Eco Tours
Soposo Rainforest Adventures, www.soposo.com