Coiba National Park and its Special Marine Protection Zone

Coiba National Park and its Special Marine Protection Zone

Coiba National Park is located far off Panama’s southwestern coast, protecting Coiba Island, 38 smaller islands, and the surrounding waters of the Gulf of Chiriquí. The Pacific tropical rainforest of Coiba remains unaffected by cold winds and El Niño events. Due to ongoing evolution of new species, it contains an exceptionally high level of endemic mammals, birds, and plants, and serves as one of the last refuges for many endangered animals, such as the crested eagle.

It is an important natural laboratory for scientific research and provides a crucial link in the ecology of the hot eastern Pacific for the migration and survival of pelagic fish and marine mammals. Coiba National Park is home to 760 species of sea fish, 37 species of sharks, and 20 species of whales, earning it the reputation of a “biological treasure trove.” In addition, the park hosts over a thousand species of rare and exotic plants, nearly half of which remain unnamed — truly an eye-opening experience for visitors.

Coiba National Park and its Special Zone of Marine Protection

Must-visit reason: One of the most awe-inspiring parks

Continent where the attraction is located: North America 【North America】

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Panama [Panama]

Province/State where the attraction is located: Veraguas and Chiriquí Provinces [Veraguas and Chiriquí Provinces]