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Playa Ballena

Bahía Honda, Panama

#7 out of 11 in Veraguas

6.8

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Brown sand Sand bottom Good for Kayaking Perfect for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Cabecera de Quebrada Grande • 3.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Fonda Maricarmen

6 - Pleasant 9.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Maria Auxiliadora

9 - Excellent 9.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Luz del Mar

10 - Exceptional 10km

Bar Rio Mar Bar Restaurante

10km

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About

Playa Ballena is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 7th place out of 11 beaches in the Veraguas region 65.2 km away from its center, the city of Santiago. It is one of the beaches of Cabecera de Quebrada Grande settlement, just 3.8 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Playa Ballena coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.

Playa Ballena (Veraguas) is located outside the Cabecera de Quebrada Grande settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the correct question is not how to get to Playa Ballena, but what mode of transport can be used to get to it, because this part of the coast is inaccessible by land. The beach can only be reached by water and you have to rent a boat to get there.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

3.3 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.4 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Cabecera de Quebrada Grande • 3.8 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Fonda Maricarmen

6 - Pleasant 9.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Maria Auxiliadora

9 - Excellent 9.9km

Restaurant Restaurante Luz del Mar

10 - Exceptional 10km

Bar Rio Mar Bar Restaurante

10km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.8 (Good)

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Playa Ballena. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Playa Ballena implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Localities

Nearest

Cabecera de Quebrada Grande • 3.8km

Main locality of province

Santiago • 65.2km

Transport

Airport

SYP • 67.1km

Bus Station

Terminal Vigui Tole • 69km

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

Kaela Bryson

10 Exceptional

Currently, the only way to reach this beach is by boat as there are no roads leading to it.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa Ballena?

The coastline of Playa Ballena is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Playa Ballena?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa Ballena, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Playa Ballena good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Playa Ballena is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Playa Ballena for swimming is very positive.

Is the Playa Ballena good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa Ballena secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Playa Ballena?

Playa Ballena can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa Ballena?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa Ballena.

How far is the Playa Ballena from parking?

The Playa Ballena has no parking spot

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa Ballena?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa Ballena is March. Its average value reaches 32°C. The warmest sea is in June, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is November with air temperature 29°C and water 29°C. See more details in weather section.