Getting Here
Your Journey Starts Here
Santa Catalina is located on Panama's Pacific coast in the Veraguas province. Whether you prefer the speed of a charter flight or the adventure of a scenic drive, we've arranged the best options to get you here comfortably.
Once you know how you’re arriving, choose your room. Travelling as a group? Round-trip shuttles can be added to our retreat packages.
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Charter Flights
Fastest — 45 min
Fly directly to Santa Catalina on a private Cessna charter with Lago Bay Aviation.
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Private Shuttle
Comfortable — 5-6 hrs
Door-to-door private shuttle service with WiFi, comfortable seating, and no transfers.
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Rental Car
Flexible — 5-6 hrs
Drive at your own pace through scenic countryside. 4×4 recommended for the final stretch.
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Public Bus
Budget — 7-8 hrs
The most affordable option with connections through Santiago and Soná.
The Drive
From Panama City to Bliss Beach
About 355 km (220 miles) by road, roughly 5 to 6 hours from Panama City to Playa Lagartero.
Plan Ahead
Planning Your Arrival
A few tips to help you choose your route and arrive relaxed.
Which option suits you?
Short on time: the 45-minute charter flight. Easiest door to door: the private shuttle, which drops you at our gate. Most flexible: a rental car. Lowest cost: the public bus via Santiago and Soná.
Check-in and check-out
Check-in is from 3:00 pm and check-out is by 12:00 pm, so plan your departure from Panama City around your arrival time.
Driving tips
The final 20 km to Santa Catalina is unpaved and can be rutted in the rainy season, so a 4×4 or SUV is recommended. There are no gas stations in Santa Catalina: fill up in Santiago or Soná. Parking is free.
Arriving by bus
From Santa Catalina town centre we can arrange a pickup to Bliss Beach. Message us on WhatsApp at +507 6395 5979 with your expected arrival time.