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About Isla Bastimentos

Isla Bastimentos, Panama, is a laid-back Caribbean island with lush jungle, beaches, and a slow pace perfect for focused remote work 🌴🌊. It’s great for digital nomads seeking inspiration and a quieter lifestyle, but connectivity can be spotty and amenities are limited ⚠️. Best for short stays, nature lovers, and unplugging between work sessions.

Through the year

Best in January (59) · now 55
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 200 mm Feb: 202 mm Mar: 137 mm Apr: 260 mm May: 288 mm Jun: 370 mm Jul: 421 mm Aug: 322 mm Sep: 271 mm Oct: 351 mm Nov: 542 mm Dec: 346 mm Jan: 27°C / 24°C Feb: 27°C / 24°C Mar: 27°C / 25°C Apr: 27°C / 25°C May: 28°C / 26°C Jun: 28°C / 26°C Jul: 27°C / 25°C Aug: 28°C / 25°C Sep: 28°C / 26°C Oct: 28°C / 26°C Nov: 27°C / 25°C Dec: 27°C / 24°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 6.7
Safety 6.7
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.1
Internet Speed 4.2
Accommodation Cost 6.4
Weather 5.9
Female Friendly 6.8
Racial Tolerance 7.2
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Isla Bastimentos
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $550.00 per month
Coworking Space $180.00 per month
Coffee $2.50 per cup
Beer $2.00 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $7.00 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $25.00 per month
Mobile Plan $15.00 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $45.00 per month

Other cities in Panama

Other cities in Panama
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Panama City $2,900 7.0 Compare
2 Boquete $2,540 6.5 Compare
3 David $2,025 6.3 Compare
4 Coronado $2,200 6.1 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Bocas del Toro PA Panama $2,240 5.8 Compare
2 Boquete PA Panama $2,540 6.5 Compare
3 Playa Flamingo CR Costa Rica $5,242 5.8 Compare
4 Cahuita CR Costa Rica $2,415 5.5 Compare

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