ISLA IGUANA WILDLIFE RESERVE
Isla Iguana is a beautiful 40 hectare island reserve, just a 25 minute boat ride from Pedasi.
Perfect for snorkelling or just lazing on the beach, Isla Iguana is a ‘must see’ for visitors to
Azuero. We can arrange your trip.
We offer our guests the use of life jackets, beach mats, snorkelling equipment and a cooler;
free of charge* . Trips to the island are best planned a day in advance and depend on the
weather and ocean. Boats for the island leave from the beach near Pedasi. Boats can
accommodate up to 8 adults and cost $60** (entire boat) for the return trip.
* security deposit of $20 for life jackets and snorkel equip. required
** prices are not set by the hotel and are subject to change
Isla Iguana is a beautiful 40 hectare island reserve, just a 25 minute boat ride from Pedasi.
Perfect for snorkelling or just lazing on the beach, Isla Iguana is a ‘must see’ for visitors to
Azuero. We can arrange your trip.
We offer our guests the use of life jackets, beach mats, snorkelling equipment and a cooler;
free of charge* . Trips to the island are best planned a day in advance and depend on the
weather and ocean. Boats for the island leave from the beach near Pedasi. Boats can
accommodate up to 8 adults and cost $60** (entire boat) for the return trip.
* security deposit of $20 for life jackets and snorkel equip. required
** prices are not set by the hotel and are subject to change
| Playa Uverito is a great place to start exploring the Azuero Peninsula. Just 10km from Las Tablas, and close to picturesque villages and beautiful beaches.... |
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| The Azuero Peninsula has many attractions and festivals. Carnaval being the most famous! The Las Tablas Carnaval is the largest in the country, and receives 10,000's of visitors every year. Pedasi, Santo Domingo and La Palma also have popular carnaval celebrations. Here is a list of the major festivals and things to do and visit in Azuero.... |
Carnaval - February
carnaval dates for 2010 are Feb 13-16th, La Tablas,
Chitre, La Palma, Santo Domingo and Pedasi all have
excellent carnaval celebrations...Book early for hotels!
carnaval dates for 2010 are Feb 13-16th, La Tablas,
Chitre, La Palma, Santo Domingo and Pedasi all have
excellent carnaval celebrations...Book early for hotels!
Semana Santa (easter week) - March April
Easter in 2010 is the first week of April with Good Friday falling on April 2nd, Easter is
celebrated all over the region with the best processions in the towns of Pese and Peña
Blanca de Las Tablas, with their interpretation of the Via Crucis.
Easter in 2010 is the first week of April with Good Friday falling on April 2nd, Easter is
celebrated all over the region with the best processions in the towns of Pese and Peña
Blanca de Las Tablas, with their interpretation of the Via Crucis.
Feria de Azuero - April
The Azuero Trade fair is held in the town of La Villa de Los Santos, every year in late April,
this is a 10 day country fair.
The Azuero Trade fair is held in the town of La Villa de Los Santos, every year in late April,
this is a 10 day country fair.
Corpus Christi - June
This religous festival is held 61 days after Good Friday, a colourful two week festival with
folkloric dances held in La Villa de los Santos.
This religous festival is held 61 days after Good Friday, a colourful two week festival with
folkloric dances held in La Villa de los Santos.
Fiestas Patronales de Santa Librada - July 19-23
Around 25,000 people visit Las Tablas every year for its Patron Saint festivities.
Around 25,000 people visit Las Tablas every year for its Patron Saint festivities.
Festival de la Pollera - July 22
A display of Panama's national costume, the 'Pollera' Queen is crowned on the 22nd with a
colourful procession in Las Tablas
A display of Panama's national costume, the 'Pollera' Queen is crowned on the 22nd with a
colourful procession in Las Tablas
Festival de la Mejorana, Guarare - September 24
Held in the small town of Guarare, close to Las Tablas, La Mejorana is one of Panama's most
popular cultural events lasting 5 days. Musicians and Folkloric groups from all over the
country take part in the parades and shows.
Held in the small town of Guarare, close to Las Tablas, La Mejorana is one of Panama's most
popular cultural events lasting 5 days. Musicians and Folkloric groups from all over the
country take part in the parades and shows.
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Festival de Chitre - October 19
Chitre celebrates its foundation with parades, dances and folklorical shows.
Chitre celebrates its foundation with parades, dances and folklorical shows.
Fiestas Patrias - November
November is party month in Panama! The 3rd being independance from Colombia and 4th is
flag day. Both days are national holidays and all the schools participate in marching
parades. The 10th is celebrated in Los Santos 'the first shout of independance'. The 28th is
independance from Spain...another national holiday, with marching parades.
November is party month in Panama! The 3rd being independance from Colombia and 4th is
flag day. Both days are national holidays and all the schools participate in marching
parades. The 10th is celebrated in Los Santos 'the first shout of independance'. The 28th is
independance from Spain...another national holiday, with marching parades.
New Years Eve - Las Tablas
Las Tablas holds a popular New Years Eve celebration every year. The town celebrates the
coronation of the Las Tablas carnaval queen...a fun all night fiesta! with fireworks and
parades.
Las Tablas holds a popular New Years Eve celebration every year. The town celebrates the
coronation of the Las Tablas carnaval queen...a fun all night fiesta! with fireworks and
parades.
There are 5 restaurants on Playa Uverito all within walking distance of the hotel and one
restaurant close by at Mensabe Port (2km)
RINCON DEL FARO This established beachfront restaurant has a nice bar/restaurant and
pool right on the beach only 500m from our hotel. They offer a day pass for $24 (adults)
which includes lunch, dinner, snacks and some drinks + use of the facilities. Varied
menu, medium prices.
EL CAPITAN A beachfront restaurant serving seafood and meat dishes. Varied menu,
medium prices. Only open from Thursday to Sunday
RESTAURANTE LA LUNA Good Quality Italian Food, different daily specials.
JARDIN UVERITO next to EL CAPITAN, this is the place for cheap beer and rum! Fried fish
& patacones. Great ceviche!
VISTA MAR a ‘fonda’ next to the hotel, serving basic, cheap food.
RESTAURANTE MENSABE A short drive away to the Port, (2km) this small restaurant is
very ‘rustico’ but serves the best seafood at very reasonable prices. No menu, just the catch
of the day.
restaurant close by at Mensabe Port (2km)
RINCON DEL FARO This established beachfront restaurant has a nice bar/restaurant and
pool right on the beach only 500m from our hotel. They offer a day pass for $24 (adults)
which includes lunch, dinner, snacks and some drinks + use of the facilities. Varied
menu, medium prices.
EL CAPITAN A beachfront restaurant serving seafood and meat dishes. Varied menu,
medium prices. Only open from Thursday to Sunday
RESTAURANTE LA LUNA Good Quality Italian Food, different daily specials.
JARDIN UVERITO next to EL CAPITAN, this is the place for cheap beer and rum! Fried fish
& patacones. Great ceviche!
VISTA MAR a ‘fonda’ next to the hotel, serving basic, cheap food.
RESTAURANTE MENSABE A short drive away to the Port, (2km) this small restaurant is
very ‘rustico’ but serves the best seafood at very reasonable prices. No menu, just the catch
of the day.
| Playa Uverito is a small community next to the Port of Mensabe and only 10km from the town of Las Tablas; the capital of Los Santos province. The beach is a safe swimming beach with no rip-tides. |