The Soropta Canal Panama is an artificial canal, built by banana traders to transport their goods along the coast, feeds itself from the Sixaola river and allows marine taxis to transit between the towns of Changuinola and Isla Colon, in Bocas del Toro. Since this canal crosses the San San Pondsack Reserve, it is possible to see thousands of tropical birds in such a diverse wild habitat. The canal was used to transport the fruit from Boca del Drago and Changuinola through rivers and canals in the region are from this area.
Today, a tour of this ancient waterway will provide a fascinating view of a wetland at its best along with the typical fauna of the ecosystem: water birds, small mammals and amphibians, in addition to the magnificent colors of trees, fruits and flowers
Location of Soropta Canal
How to get to Soropta Canal?
Daily flights depart from the Marcos A. Gelabert Airport in Albrook to the Bocas del Toro Airport in Isla Colon. The place may also be reached by land through the Interamerican Highway up to the entrance of Gualaca in the Province of Chiriqui where you may turn to your right up to Chiriqui Grande in the Province of Bocas del Toro and further take the road to Puerto Almirante, where you may leave your car in a parking lot. A water taxi may be taken to Isla Colon in Bocas del Toro and further to the Soropta Canal.
Weather near Soropta Canal
Tropical Climate and average temperature is 79ºF.
Suggestions for Soropta Canal
You need to take sunscreen, Off for possible insect bites,light clothing and hat.
Activities in Soropta Canal
- Birdwatching
- Boat Rides
- Fishing
- Marine Life Observation
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