Bocas del Toro is often imagined through its beaches, surf breaks, turquoise waters, and Caribbean coastline. But beyond the open sea, Bocas del Toro reveals another side of itself — quieter, greener, and more closely connected to the mangroves, wildlife, and tropical vegetation that shape life across the islands.
Monkey Island offers a way into that other side.
Located around 30-40 minutes by boat from Isla Colón, this small group of islands invites travelers to explore the destination beyond the postcard image of the Caribbean — through slower, wilder and more intimate landscapes.
Depending on the time of day and the natural movement of the animals, visitors may see them climbing through the branches, moving between the trees, or appearing near the shoreline as boats pass through the area.
The experience is best understood as an opportunity for quiet observation.
For guests staying at La Coralina Island House, the experience can be arranged directly from the property, making it an easy and memorable way to discover what lives beyond the shoreline.
