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Tranquilo Bay

Facing Zapatilla Cayes, Isla Bastimentos, Panama
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Greenwood Village, Colorado
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

Wonderful owners!! Ramone led us on a guided tour of the rainforest where we spotted monkeys, red frogs, hummingbird swimming holes and a Mangrove Cookoo. It's a must do vacation. More

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Houston, Texas
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

Just got back from a four day stay at Tranquilo Bay and can't wait to go back. Renee, Jim, Jay, kids and staff are very welcoming, very knowledgeable and very accomodating. Food is great and the atmosphere is special. Every effort is made to make each guest feel comfortable and welcome. A wide range of activities is available for the... More

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Chicago, Illinois
2 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

I was at the lodge for about a week.What a gem!! There are 6 cabins: they are extremely comfortable and well appointed: great beds,a large bathroom with hairdryer, coffee pot, cookies,soap, plenty of towels and an insulation system that works to perfection, so even in high heat and humidity all one has to do is turn the air conditioner on... More

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kansas
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012

We stayed at Tranquilo Bay over Christmas break and had a great time. This is our type of vacation and the owners really want you to be happy and have fun. They go out of their way to accommodate excursions that you want to do. My son didn't get enough surfing in so they took him out another day and... More

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Raleigh, North Carolina
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2012
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We love these "off the beaten path" places and there are lots out there to choose from. We are fortunate to have been to quite a few. This is the only one we have ever visited twice, and I am sure round three will happen in the future. Almost all activities were different from our first visit and all were... More

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Tiburon, California
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 8, 2012

Our week at Tranquilo Bay was perfect from start to finish. The setting is beautiful, the rooms are spacious and comfortable and the choice of activities perfectly balanced for both interest and relaxation. Even just sitting on the porch of the cabin is an experience with sloths and parrots and woodpeckers and hummingbirds just feet away in the surrounding trees.... More

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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2012

It's already been said. The whole gang at Tranquilo Bay feels like family. The property is magical. We almost never return to the same place twice, but are already planning a visit again next year. More

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Boulder, Colorado
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2012

The level of service we experienced at Tanquilo Bay far exceeded our expectations. We had Renee make all of our arrangments inside Panama and they were implemented flawlessly. The cabins are above average (especiallly for an eco-resort) with excellent showers, comfortable beds, and air conditioning. Not only are Ramon and Natalie superb birding guides, they were funny, interesting, and attentive... More

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london uk
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
100 helpful votes 100 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2012

We enjoyed our stay at Tranquilo, surrounded by the jungle and rain forest, with a very nice cabin/villa set in verdant gardens. The owners have created a splendid place - much with their own sweat and toil - and obviously enjoy all that they do. Pick up at the airport, and a 25 minute boat ride to Tranquilo and suddenly... More

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texas
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2012
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We have found what might be one of the few remaining Shangri-La's in the world. Tranquilo Bay is just such a place.....few people, no roads, and no TV. This plush island is an unbelievable place to spend the morning or afternoon absorbing nature at its best. Birdwatching is awesome here! You can also snorkel, kayak, swim or just explore the... More

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