Camping at Casa Tortuga on Gobernadora Island.

Isla Gobernadora, Montijo, PA

Ben

6 Guests

1 Bedroom

1 Bed

1 Bath

Vegetarian Kitchen

About this space

We have around 2 hectares of land on the island of Isla Gobernadora, which is located 30 mins from Santa Catalina.On one side of the island we have the main house (Casa Tortuga) where the bathroom and kitchen is shared between those in the cabin, and those camping. Where we are located is on a big hill with both a view of the sea and the mountain and a 5 min walk along the beach to the small village on the island. where there are two small shops that each contain what you can see behind the counter on a couple of shelves that sell the basic essentials.Our land on the other side of the island is beach front, with a fresh water creek running through it's heart and a white sand beach in front.Here the land is still wild and great for overnight stays camping, and bonfires, especially as it's faces west and therefore the most spectacular sunsets.There is no grid power on the island or roads and we hope it stays that way. The main house runs of solar and water comes from a well.Ben the host also runs TheOtherPanama.com, so dive trips, snorkel trips and whale watching can all be organised from here. Locally or to Coiba National Park.Kayak and Paddle Boards rentals,PADI Dive courses etc

The space

We have a 6 person tent and a couple of 2 person tents available. Soft mattresses, sheets and pillows are provided.

Bathrooms are shared. Guests are free to wander and relax throughout the property.

The kitchen

Our kitchen is basic and without any electrical appliances other then the blender as we run off solar energy.

The fridge and freezer runs of gas as does the stove and oven.

Guests are welcome to eat all the fruit growing in the garden apart from the last fruit on each tree.

Other things to note

We do not have WiFi but phone signal can be found on the top of our hill.

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The space

Accommodates: 6

Bathrooms: 1 Bath

Bedrooms: 1

Check In: Flexible check in time

Property type: Campsite

Room Type: Entire Place

The Kitchen

Kitchen Type: Vegetarian

Beds

Single: 1

Features

Garden

Kitchen

Library

Laundry – washer

Meditation / yoga space

Beach access

Amenities

Stove

Coffee / tea

Vegan breakfast

Vegan snacks

Cookware

Large salad bowls

House Rules

Not suitable for children (2-12 years)

Not suitable for infants (Under 2 years)

Companion animals allowed

Parties and events allowed

Additional Services

Transportation

Tour Guide

Cancellations

Moderate

Cancel up to 5 days before your trip and get a full refund minus service fees back.

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Safety Features

First aid kit

Availability

4 nights minimum stay

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Hosted by Ben

Panama . Joined in March 2018

Born in London, England. I left as a teenager to dive and travel the world in 2002. Best move ever. I work with Parley for the Oceans in cleaning our beaches and Sea Shepherd Conservation Society in protecting marine life. I am the founder of TheOtherPanama.com and the author of the book, TheDetour-TurningTheTide. I am a junk food Vegan and a lover of good rum and cold beer.

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Neighbourhood

We are remote and not so easy to get to but that's what makes the place special and relatively untouched.

The island is peaceful, with no white noise, full of butterflies and hummingbirds and fresh air.

The lack of electricity means there is near zero light pollution and the night sky a "Dark Sky Location", and the stars at night so clear, to watch the shooting stars.

Ben's property is located in Isla Gobernadora, Montijo, PA

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$15

Per Night