La Villa Cascada

Local Attractions

The choices are abundant when it comes to discovering your own special piece of Pedasi.  There truly is something for everyone!  You can rejuvenate your soul as you relax on one of the beautiful beaches or relax by the pool or you can dine at one of the may local establishments, satisfy your adventurous spirit or have a fisherman's dream vacation.  The possibilities are endless!

If you'd like more information or recommendations on any of please don't hesitate to ask.

Fish, Fish and More Fish in the "Tuna Coast"

Pedasi has been called the "Tuna Coast" and fisherman from all over the world come to fish these Panamanian waters!  Amberjack, grouper, pacific sailfish, cubera snapper and roosterfish are often found year round. Where as bigeye tuna, yellowfin tuna, bluefin trevally, dolphin and dorado (also commonly known as mahi mahi) are found most in the peak season of winter and spring. Peak season for wahoo fishing is in the month of October, though wahoo can often be fished as early as May.  Marlin and swordfish can also be found at times.

Surfing, Kitesurfing, SUP and Skateboarding

We have so many activities to do here!  Contact us personally for more information on anything you are wanting to do.  The links above are a start to help you see what the options are but sometimes there are companies that don’t have websites and they are more off the beaten path.  Just send us a message and we can help you!

 

Wildlife Adventures (Whales, Turtles and Isla Iguana)

Whale Watching
Every June through November, the humpback whales migrate north to mate and give birth.  You can easily hire a captain from Playa Arenal to take you to see the whales.  Panama waters are ideal for humpback whales to breed and give birth because they are warm waters without predators.Calves are born with very little body fat since the poles water is extremely cold for them.  Here, they can feed freely and safely to be healthy and store the fat needed for the journey towards the poles and withstand the cold temperatures of the zones.

Turtles
Isla Cañas is the most important nesting site for sea turtles on Panama’s Pacific Coast. From July to January thousands of sea turtles of five different species arrive to the coast of Isla Cañas to nest.  Most females return faithfully to the same beach each time they are ready to nest. Not only do they appear on the same beach, they often emerge within a few hundred yards of where they last nested. She will lay about 100 eggs.  The buried eggs will hatch about 45-60 days later.

Isla Iguana
Isla Iguana is a 52-hectare wildlife reserve only a 20-minute boat ride from Playa Arenal in Pedasi.  It is inhabited by a variety of crabs, lizards and frigates. The island was used during WWII by the US military for testing bombs. It has beautiful white sand beaches and crystal-clear water filled with marine life.  It’s surrounded by one of the largest coral reefs in this part of Panama.  This is the place to go for snorkeling or scuba diving. The cost is $70 round trip and an appointment is not needed as you can use any of the captains at the beach.  The best time to go is low tide because there will be more beach.  There are no restaurants on the island and the bathrooms are primitive.  Contact us if you need to rent beach chairs, umbrellas or ice chests. There is also a $10 per person park entrance fee you will be asked to pay upon arrival.

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving

Snorkeling and Scuba diving and fun ways to explore a whole different side of the local area!  Gifted local guides are available in the area to make your experience safe and memorable.


You can snorkel or scuba dive in several different locations in and around Pedasi.  There are over 500 species of fish waiting to be discovered!
Contact us for some secret spots of snorkeling that can be done at a few beaches around town.

Dining and Nightlife

We fell in love with Pedasi for the people and believe you will too!  There is no better way to experience Pedasi than to explore the city and all it has to offer for dining and nightlife!

There are many wonderful dinning experiences to be had both in and around Pedasi!  Contact us for some of our favorite spots--We have many!  There truly is something for everyone, with many unique dining opportunities.

Please check the link from the Animal Advocates of Pedasi that provides a list of local restaurants including typical hours of operation and a map.

Panama City & Other Cities

Panama City can be fun and exciting to experience . The Panama Canal is designated as one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World and is truly a sight to see!  There are many other gems that can be experiences on the way to Pedasi!

Panama Canal
The Panama Canal is a 51 mile waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.  The Panama Canal is considered to be one of the seven wonders of the modern world and is truly a site to behold!  It is incredible to see this engineering marvel that experienced its first boat through the canal in 1914.  The Panama Canal construction and engineering project is considered one of the largest ever.

Panama City including Casco Viejo
There is so much to see and do in Panama City! Casco Viejo is the historic "old quarter" of the city.  Casco Viejo has beautiful architecture including many buildings that are being reconstructed.  It is also an area with shopping, restaurants, rooftop bars and a vibrant nightlife.  Casco Viejo has been considered by many to be the hippest area of Panama and provides a great opportunity to pick up some local art and your very own panama hat!