CocoVivo Retreat
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Southern Tip of Isla San Cristobal, Isla San Cristobal 0101 Panama
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#1 of 4 Specialty lodging in Isla San Cristobal
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4.6
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4.6
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4.8
Value
5.0
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Join us at CocoVivo for the experience of a lifetime, stay at a tropical island paradise. Surround yourself with the tranquility of island life, while enjoying all the comforts and adventures our rustic retreat has to offer. Dive into emerald green waters, snorkel among the colorful coral reef, crack open a coconut to quench your thirst, and simply relax in a hammock to read or stay in touch online. Enjoy water sports of sorts: wakeboard, kayak, paddle-board, and scuba dive. Don't forget to hike CocoVivo's wild backyard jungle, while searching for delicious plantains that make for excellent "batidos" or smoothies. You will almost certainly encounter a sloth! CocoVivo is truly for the adventurous soul, but the team does their best to make off-the-grid living as comfortable as possible. From free Wifi and exceptional restaurant service, to personal and group tours to visit main tourist attractions that the archipelago's other islands have to offer (Islas Zapatillas, Red Frog Beach, Bocas Town, the Cacao Farm, and more), rest assured that you will be well taken care of.
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Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Canoeing
Hiking
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Airport transportation
Business Center with Internet Access
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Snack bar
Special diet menus
Snorkeling
Water park
Fishing
Shuttle bus service
Meeting rooms
BBQ facilities
Non-smoking hotel
Shared kitchen
Sun terrace
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Private beach
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Don't doubt, just go to this place. Beautiful reef, fantastic breakfast, lunch, dinner: thanks Luciano!! Beautiful island with birds, monkey's and sloths. Melisa and Luciano are ever so nice. Very cousy and nice cabanas. Dolphins swimming by every day. And I will never forget the swim in the dark with bioluminisense. Millions!!!!
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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This was a amazing place to stay. We awoke every day in a beautiful place with great weather. Traveling with young children and a large would be a challenge for most places but Cocovivo was up to the challenge. With the oldest in our group of 19 being in there 60's and the youngest being 2, this was a tall order and they exceeded expectations. The staff assiated in booking tours that were specific to our interest, along with getting all 19 of us across to other islands. The food was above and beyond our expectations. Hooray for the chefs!! The dogs would walk us to our cabins at night. Which was really cool when you have children. Honestly I could write pages on our experience here. If clear water with reefs and beautiful jungle are your thing, and if its not it should be. Check it out, you won't be disappointed. The staff will make you feel like family!! …
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Date of stay: January 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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This is one of the best travel experiences I've ever had. If you're willing to do a few days of "roughing" it (i.e. cold shower, walking to the toilet, bugs), you absolutely 100% must stay here. Drop dead gorgeous views, tons of fun activities to do, a great way to meet people from around the world, and genuinely excellent food.
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Date of stay: January 2022
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A truly wonderful and unique location. The staff made us feel as we were staying with old time friends. The coral is amazing, expect to spend hours snorkeling swimming and paddling in calm and transparent water. Big thumbs up to the owners and staff for the land restoration. You are truly imersed in nature.
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Date of stay: October 2021Trip type: Traveled with family
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We truly enjoyed our stay at cocovivo; believe all the glowing reviews!! The place is absolutely beautiful and there are so many activities to enjoy at the property. From snorkeling at the beautiful coral reef, to paddle boarding, kayaking, and walking through the jungle looking for sloths, there is no shortage of activities to keep you entertained; we saw starfish, tons of beautiful fish, sloths and even got to see dolphins swimming near the property. The owners are really nice and helpful, always very responsive to any questions you may have. Stacey and Hunter, our hosts and chefs, were incredibly nice and helpful, and really fun to hang out with. All the meals were delicious, and they will customize for any dietary needs. And last but definitely not least, El Capitan and Mizu, the 2 resident doggies were wonderful and so much fun to hang around. El Capitan loves to go kayaking and paddle boarding with you, and they just made our stay so much more special. We also got to experience a little of the bioluminescent water at night. All in all, it is a very special place. If you want to enjoy nature at its best, in a secluded stunning setting, with wonderful hosts, look no further. Thank you Stacey and Hunter for making our stay at Cocovivo a memorable one!!…
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Date of stay: September 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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All of the glowing reviews are 100% accurate. Two parts to this review 1) the property and 2) the hosts: 1) The property - This huge property is incredible. The communal dock area which has the kitchen, upper level lounge area, communal tables, bar, and a second level diving board. This is the place to hang out and connect with the other guests and/or the hosts. The swimming off of this dock is great fun and provide perfect access to the coral reef. Snorkel gear is provided. Access to kayaks and the paddle board is also provided. We stayed in the Mangrove Tree House, which was excellent. The dock over the water attached to this room is semi-private from other guests, so sunbathing sans clothing is possible for those wishing to get rid themselves of tan-lines. The sloth trail through the jungle is great fun for checking out the island's flora and fauna. All of the trails to the room have stepping stones to keep your feet dry. Bring with you a headlamp to use when it is dark. The coral reef is teeming with life and great fun to explore. Swimming in the bioluminescence at night is like an experience from another planet. 2) The hosts. Melisa and Luciano personally picked us up from another property in Bocas and brought us to Cocovivo. They are incredibly friendly and equally as helpful. Every question or request is welcomed with a smile and handled with care. They are extremely helpful when planning activities around Bocas and provide excellent suggestions. Luciano is a true chef and takes great care in preparing meals for guests. The portion sizes are large and the food is delicious. His lasagna is one of the best, if not the best, I have ever had. All of the food was on-point. They kept the beer cooler fully stocked for me, which made me very happy. I was delighted when Luciano fired up the new wood fire pizza for lunch one day. Probably the best pizza in Bocas will be found at Cocovivo. Even the local family that lives on the property is very friendly and helpful. Always quick with a greeting and a smile. Leo is the boat driver and works on various projects maintaining the property. Cocovivo is easily the most unique property I have visited. We loved our stay here and cannot wait to start panning our return trip. LOVED LOVED LOVED this place.…
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Date of stay: August 2021
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This. Is. The. Place. We visited on our honeymoon in June 2021 and were absolutely floored by Melisa’s and Luciano’s hospitality and environment at CocoVivo. After 11 days in Panama, my wife and I still talk about how unique and utterly incredible our 3 days were at CocoVivo. Some highlights: 1. An atmosphere of no worries. From meals, to drinks, to activities, you can do them all on the CocoVivo premises. Melisa cooked our meals when we requested based on arrival, departure, or simply our mood for the day. The food was refreshing and hearty, two characteristics you wouldn’t expect from an off-the-grid eco lodge hovering 20 yards out on the open water! 2. The simply divine accommodations. These treehouses/huts/rooms is the most unique place we have ever stayed in. Don’t expect air conditioning and bathrobes, but be prepared for sloths to great you in the morning and you walking around all the time saying “is this place real?” 3. A deep respect to not only be hospitable to humans but to the planet. CocoVivo prides itself in its green infrastructure and they surely succeed. From rain catchers for your water, to ensuring guests put in reef-friendly sunscreen, we could tell they care deeply about the world around them. CocoVivo will always be a special place in our hearts and we cannot wait to visit everyone (especially the pups) again.…
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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This place is unlike any other. From the sloths, monkeys, nature hikes through the jungle, snorkeling in one of the most coral reefs right in front of your cabin, to the most friendly hosts I’ve ever had the pleasure of staying with. El Capitan made the stay that much more enjoyable reminding me of my beloved dog back home! If you are even considering this place go ahead and book it it’s an experience of a lifetime!
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Traveled with friends
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Response from Elisabeth de Kleer, Owner at CocoVivo Retreat
Responded Sep 30, 2020
Capitan misses you! Come back again soon. :-)
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Wow - a remote and wonderful place to stay. The boat ride through the lagoons. The amazing cabins. The sloths! The food ... Off grid eco tourism at its best. Loved everything about CocoVivo. Highly recommend it...
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Date of stay: February 2020Trip type: Traveled with friends
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There is a main cabin in the water were you go to hang out and eat meals, which is really nice for socialising with staff/owners and other guests. Delicious food cooked by Argentinian couple using only local ingredients. We stayed in a fabulous two story cabin with a cool bed the hung from the ceiling. Amazing snorkelling off the main dock and jungle off the back doorstep. We had a lovely afternoon exploring the area by paddle board and kayak.
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Traveled with family
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PRICE RANGE
$110 - $177 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
PanamaBocas del Toro ProvinceIsla San Cristobal
NUMBER OF ROOMS
6
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Which popular attractions are close to CocoVivo Retreat?
Nearby attractions include Green Acres Chocolate Farm and Nature Preserve (3.3 miles), Dolphin Bay Preserve (2.0 miles), and Finca Montezuma Chocolate Farm (0.9 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at CocoVivo Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at CocoVivo Retreat?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Does CocoVivo Retreat have an airport shuttle?
Yes, CocoVivo Retreat offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does CocoVivo Retreat have airport transportation?
Yes, CocoVivo Retreat offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are pets allowed at CocoVivo Retreat?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does CocoVivo Retreat offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to a business center and meeting rooms during their stay.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at CocoVivo Retreat?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Dutch.