Islas Secas; A Stunning Panamanian Outcrop

240 Miles from Islas Secas

The Colonial Transisthmian Route

The Colonial Transisthmian Route, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2025, is an important historical network that connected the Pacific and Atlantic coasts. Used for centuries to transport goods, it laid the groundwork for the Panama Canal.

230 MILES FROM ISLAS SECAS

The Panama Canal

One of the most famous UNESCO sites, the Panama Canal connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, revolutionizing global trade. Opened in 1914, it is considered one of the greatest engineering feats in history.

23 MILES FROM ISLAS SECAS

Coiba National Park

Coiba National Park, another UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a pristine marine environment that includes Coiba Island and surrounding waters. Known for its unique biodiversity, the park is a haven for marine life and a critical area for ocean conservation.

336 MILES FROM ISLAS SECAS

Darien National Park

Darien National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the largest protected areas in Panama. Known for its vast biodiversity and rich ecosystems, it is home to many species of flora and fauna, some of which are found nowhere else in the world.

The secluded islands of the Islas Secas resort seen from above | Islas Secas

An area of extraordinary biodiversity, primary rainforest and protected marine wilderness.

Our private island home is located 33 nautical miles from mainland Panama, on an enchanting volcanic archipelago in the Gulf of Chiriquí. Born from a passion to protect our extraordinary natural surroundings, Islas Secas was created to welcome just 24 guests, leaving 75% of the archipelago untouched.

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Sustainable by Design: Casitas of Secas

Sustainability & Conservation at Secas

Panamanian Soul

We are deeply rooted in the culture and traditions of Panama.

Despite the remote location, our connection to the mainland and the local Chiriquí community is the heart and soul of Islas Secas. Our Panamanian flare is obvious in our gastronomic offering and the flavors conjured up by our chefs, using the freshest local seafood and produce, and incorporating traditions and techniques that showcase the cultural integrity of Panama.

Panamanian Design

The design for our casitas is based on traditional Panama Canal Zone houses, which use high-pitch ventilated roofs and open-frame walls, topped with our own innovative thatched roofs. This works in harmony with the tropical climate, allowing maximum ventilation minimizing the need for energy-guzzling air conditioning. The design of the Terraza is similarly rooted in Panamanian architecture, while the interiors throughout have been decorated with artworks and materials by local artisans.

Supporting Local

As well as hiring from the local community, we partner with sustainable, ethical producers within the Gulf of Chiriquí. This keeps our supply chains short, minimizing our environmental impact, while providing economic opportunities for locals. Islas Secas also supports a wide range of local conservation and community programs, and carries out vital scientific research in the area.