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Bastimentos
City in Bocas del Toro, Panama
Overview
Bastimentos is a laid-back island in the Bocas del Toro archipelago, known for its lively Afro-Caribbean culture, lush rainforest, and stunning beaches. The island appeals to backpackers, surfers, and eco-tourists seeking nature, tranquility, and authentic local experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Panama
Province
Bocas del Toro
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Panama
Coordinates
9.35°, -82.21°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$1,093
Local Cost
$700
Local Income
$300
Cashless
25
English
35
Temperature
25.0°C
Summer Avg
25.4°C
Winter Avg
24.3°C
Record High
30.7°C
Record Low
21.1°C
Humidity
86%
Precipitation
2685 mm
Internet Speed
43 Mbps
Upload
9 Mbps
Latency
66 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
2
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
12
Walk Score
12
Footways
24.0
Airport
BOC
Distance
5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 9 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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