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Santa Catalina
A sleepy Pacific surf village and the jumping-off point for the shark-rich dive sites of Coiba National Park.
Notable spots
Coiba National Park
Nature
A UNESCO marine park teeming with sharks, rays and whales.
La Punta Surf Break
Beach
One of Central America's most consistent point breaks.
Playa Santa Catalina
Beach
Playa El Estero
Beach
Santa Catalina weather & best time to visit
14-day forecast →Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr and Dec
Jan28°26°Feb28°26°Mar28°26°Apr29°26°May29°27°Jun29°27°Jul28°27°Aug28°27°Sep29°27°Oct29°27°Nov28°26°Dec28°26°
👕 Santa Catalina in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors; it's wet, so pack a compact umbrella; humid, so quick-dry fabrics help.