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Isla Frijoles
Isla Frijoles is a Coiba island loop with sharks and schooling fish.
ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required
Trips are typically arranged through licensed Coiba operators, with park access and boat logistics handled as part of the day.
Boat divers follow the island on the current, over sand, gravel, and boulder reef where sharks, jacks, snappers, and turtles are common.
About Isla Frijoles
Isla Frijoles in Coiba National Park is a boat dive that loops the island with the current, tracing a sandy and gravelly bottom around reefy boulders. Sharks are common, and the fish life often includes jacks, snappers, barracuda, turtles, and smaller reef surprises such as frogfish, scorpionfish, morays, and octopus.
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Research Estimate At Isla Frijoles
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VisibilityVisibility: 18m
AccessModerate entry effort
Marine LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Current StrengthModerate current
Where Is Isla Frijoles?
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Isla Frijoles Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
10m - 25m
Depth Note
The anchor-line start is around 10 m, with the option to stay shallower or follow the sand-and-gravel edge to deeper reef beyond 25 m.
Best Season
December to April
Typical Conditions
The route can swing from calm to river-like current, so the guide may choose clockwise or counterclockwise travel around the island. Expect a sand-and-gravel run broken up by boulder reef and livelier fish on the open-ocean side.
Safety & Access At Isla Frijoles
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Strong currentDangerous wildlife
Safety Notes
Direction of travel varies with the current; plan the circuit accordingly. Sharks are commonly encountered.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; park permissions and trip logistics are typically handled through licensed operators.
Legal Notes
Coiba National Park is a protected marine heritage area, so local park rules and permit controls apply on the water.
Local Intel For Isla Frijoles
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Best for boat divers comfortable with current-shaped routing. The dive usually starts on the anchor line, then works as a loop around the island over sand, gravel, and reefy boulders.
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Wildlife at Isla Frijoles
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Avg. Visibility18m
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Isla Frijoles Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
whc.unesco.org · Official
Protected marine heritage context and legal/status background for Coiba National Park.
www.coibanationalpark.com · Tourism
Boat access, licensed operators, and permit-controlled park entry.
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