Photo of Candelaria Beach with brown sand surface

Photo of Candelaria Beach with blue water surface

Photo of Candelaria Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Candelaria Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Candelaria Beach located in natural area

6.8

Good

Candelaria Beach

La Palma, Panama

#17 out of 29 in Los Santos

6.8

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Brown sand Deserted Sand bottom Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Puerto de Mensabe • 6.9 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Leyson

8.8 - Excellent 5.4km

Bar Jardín Mirla

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Fonda El temporal de Lagartito

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Bar Ceviches Pablo

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Rincón Del Faro

8.4 - Very good 8.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Brisas del Pacifico

8 - Very good 8.7km

Park Q.La Yeguada

4.3km

Park Concepción Park

5.8km

Park Villa Maína

5.8km

Park Reserva de agua "Lencho Cuervo"

6.5km

Park La Albina, Pocrí

7.7km

Park Las piedras marinas, Pocrí

8.5km

Playground Villa Daniela

5.9km

Playground Trapiche Balbino

6km

Tourist Attraction Las Piedras

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Uverito

8.6km

Historical Landmark Candelaria Auxiliar Army Airfield

3.2km

Historical Landmark Ocuito

4km

Historical Landmark FincaLaVíbora

7.7km

Historical Landmark La palma de las tablas

7.9km

Historical Landmark La casa de Angelita Cedeño abuela de TinoMatik (Tinin)

7.9km

Historical Landmark Vía Aranda

8.2km

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About

Candelaria Beach is located on the Pacific ocean and it is in the 17th place out of 29 beaches in the Los Santos region 17.9 km away from its center, the city of Las Tablas. It is one of the beaches of Puerto de Mensabe settlement, just 6.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with blue water and brown sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Candelaria Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

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

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Candelaria Beach II, which has a rating of 7.

Candelaria Beach (Los Santos) is located outside the Puerto de Mensabe 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 easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Candelaria Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+29 ^o C +25 ^o C

Air temperature

2.4 M/S

Wind

+30 ^o C

Water temperature

0.3 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Puerto de Mensabe • 6.9 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Leyson

8.8 - Excellent 5.4km

Bar Jardín Mirla

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Fonda El temporal de Lagartito

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Bar Ceviches Pablo

10 - Exceptional 5.7km

Restaurant Rincón Del Faro

8.4 - Very good 8.2km

Restaurant Restaurante Brisas del Pacifico

8 - Very good 8.7km

Park Q.La Yeguada

4.3km

Park Concepción Park

5.8km

Park Villa Maína

5.8km

Park Reserva de agua "Lencho Cuervo"

6.5km

Park La Albina, Pocrí

7.7km

Park Las piedras marinas, Pocrí

8.5km

Playground Villa Daniela

5.9km

Playground Trapiche Balbino

6km

Tourist Attraction Las Piedras

7.3km

Tourist Attraction Playa El Uverito

8.6km

Historical Landmark Candelaria Auxiliar Army Airfield

3.2km

Historical Landmark Ocuito

4km

Historical Landmark FincaLaVíbora

7.7km

Historical Landmark La palma de las tablas

7.9km

Historical Landmark La casa de Angelita Cedeño abuela de TinoMatik (Tinin)

7.9km

Historical Landmark Vía Aranda

8.2km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 6.6 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.8km

Candelaria Beach II Candelaria Beach II

7 Good

3.8km

Bajaderos Beach Bajaderos Beach

6.5 Good

5.1km

Bajaderos Beach II Bajaderos Beach II

6.8 Good

5.5km

Yeguada Beach Yeguada Beach

5.8 Pleasant

6.4km

Ojo de Agua Beach Ojo de Agua Beach

6.5 Good

8.6km

Playlita Las Marinas Playlita Las Marinas

6.6 Good

8.6km

Uverito Beach Uverito Beach

6.8 Good

11.8km

Beach Point Tiger Beach Point Tiger

6.5 Good

Localities

Nearest

Puerto de Mensabe • 6.9km

Main locality of province

Las Tablas • 17.9km

Transport

Airport

CTD • 43.9km

Bus Station

COOSVETRAS • 18km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

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Average Reviews rating

6.8 Good

Zalena Rivas

10 Exceptional

It's a splendid experience to stroll along the beach and let the tranquil ambiance wash over you, providing a refreshing respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

March 2023

Zane Rivera

8 Very good

The beach is undoubtedly picturesque, however, it is marred with the presence of several deceased fish, which diminishes its charm.

March 2023

Alejandro Ramirez.

8 Very good

The serene and tranquil coastline boasts a peaceful ambiance, with a quaint and unassuming pathway leading to its sandy shores.

March 2023

Zarion Valtair

8 Very good

right..

March 2023

Carlos Hernandez.

6 Pleasant

Correct name is El Lagartero Beach

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Candelaria Beach?

The coastline of Candelaria Beach is covered with brown sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Candelaria Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Candelaria Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Candelaria Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Candelaria Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Candelaria Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Candelaria Beach 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 very smooth.

Is the Candelaria Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Candelaria Beach?

Candelaria Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Candelaria Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Candelaria Beach.

How far is the Candelaria Beach from parking?

The Candelaria Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Candelaria Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Candelaria Beach 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.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Candelaria Beach (Los Santos) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Candelaria Beach (Los Santos) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.