Getting Here

Paradise is closer than you think

Located on Isla Boca Brava on Panama’s Pacific coast in the Gulf of Chiriqui, just 60 miles south from Costa Rica. Within close proximity to Boca Chica Panama, our tropical oasis is only accessible by boat. 

The fastest way to get here is via plane from Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to David Enrique Malek Airport (DAV). All international flights land in PTY. Copa Airlines offers daily flights between PTY and DAV. Selva Terra is only 1 hour away from David Airport and airport transfers are included.

 

getting to boca chica from panama city

Traveling To
The Gulf of Chiriqui

Learn more about the best travel options for you. Select an option, and we’ll explain in further detail:

Fly into Panama City’s Tocumen International Airport (PTY), and take a connecting flight to David Enrique Malek Airport (DAV). Copa Airlines runs this route. Other airlines also fly to DAV from domestic airports within Panama City, such as Air Panama (from PAC Albrook).

The flight time is under 1 hour. Once you arrive in David, we will take care of the rest. 

San Francisco (SFO), Houston (IAH), Las Vegas (LAS), Los Angeles (LAX), Atlanta (ATL), Chicago (ORD), New York City (JFK), Orlando (MCO), Denver (DEN), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Miami (MIA), Tampa (TPA), and Washington (IAD).

Paris (CDG), Amsterdam (AMS) and Madrid–Barajas (MAD).

Yes, contact us at info@selvaterraresort.com for a quote.

Boca Chica is the closest town, located just 15 minutes away from the resort via boat.

Yes, we can pick you up in private transportation from Golfito Airport or at the border. From the border, the journey takes around 2 hours door to door.

Panama City
Logistics Package

Selva Terra can take care of all logistics from the moment you arrive in Panama City Tocumen International Airport (PTY).

Our Panama City Logistics Package is expertly planned to let you savor the cultural richness of Panama City one day prior to arriving to the resort. Crafted to simplify your travel, with effortless connections and peace of mind throughout your trip.

Arriving
in David

Once you arrive in David, you will be greeted by our driver with a sign at arrivals. Overall the journey from the airport to Selva Terra takes around 1 hour, and includes ground transportation followed by a short boat ride.

Every stay includes:

  • Round-trip airport transfers from David Airport
  • Bellhop service brings bags to your room
  • Welcome drink

What if I’m flying straight through from my international flight?: 

If you don’t want to spend the night in the capital and plan to make your way to David after your international flight, make sure that your international flight arrives in Panama City no later than 1pm.