La Buga Dive & Surf Suggest edit

Panama Suggest · Bocas del Toro Suggest

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BeginnerDifficulty

BeginnerRecommended cert

18Max dive depth

18.0 mSite max depth

10.0–30.0 mVisibility

MildCurrent

NoneSurge

45 minAvg dive time

March to OctoberBest months

26.0–30.0 °CWater (summer)

24.0–28.0 °CWater (winter)

Overview

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La Buga Dive & Surf is a popular dive site located in the beautiful Bocas del Toro archipelago in Panama. Known for its vibrant marine life and stunning coral reefs, this site attracts divers of all levels.

Diving at La Buga offers the chance to explore colorful coral gardens and encounter a variety of marine species, including tropical fish, rays, and possibly even sea turtles. The site features both shallow and deeper areas, making it suitable for different diving experiences.

Conditions

Visibility: 10.0–30.0 m Suggest edit
Currents: Mild Suggest edit
Surge: None Suggest edit
Water temp (summer): 26.0–30.0 °C Suggest edit
Water temp (winter): 24.0–28.0 °C Suggest edit

Logistics

Entry: Boat Suggest edit
Permits required: No Suggest edit
Bottom types:
sand coral rock Suggest edit

Photo tips

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Wide-angle lenses recommended for coral and marine life; early morning or late afternoon for best light.

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