Amir Forchiney, a proud local of Bastimentos Island, has turned his passion for the ocean into an unforgettable tour experience with Forchiney Aqua Tours. Operating from the Lil Spa Shop property on Isla Colón, Amir and his girlfriend launched their business to share the stunning beauty and rich wildlife of the Bocas del Toro region with visitors.

One of the unique offerings of Forchiney Aqua Tours is a visit to the Bat Cave in Bahia Honda—an experience rarely found among local tour guides. Guests also enjoy Amir’s keen expertise in spotting sloths, monkeys, and iguanas, creatures often hidden from view by travelers. During excursions to the Red Frog Beach area, Amir leads tours focused on wildlife spotting, ensuring visitors get an unforgettable glimpse of the local fauna.

For those interested in fishing, Forchiney Aqua Tours specializes in a range of fishing experiences, from spearfishing tours near Punta Vieja to family-friendly trolling excursions. Guests have the thrilling opportunity to catch their own fish, which can then be cooked over an open flame on a secluded beach or transformed into delicious ceviche, a true taste of the ocean.

With deep knowledge of the reefs and marine life, Amir provides a personalized and enriching experience for all. Whether embarking on an adventure to the Bat Cave or fishing with family, Forchiney Aqua Tours promises an engaging connection to the stunning landscape and wildlife of Bocas del Toro. Join Amir and embark on an incredible journey filled with nature, fun, and unforgettable memories!

Before you goAntes de ir

You must pay the park fee onlineDebe pagar la entrada al parque en línea

Cayo Zapatillas is inside Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park. The $10 per person entrance fee is not included in the tour price and is paid online.Cayos Zapatillas está dentro del Parque Nacional Marino Isla Bastimentos. La entrada de $10 por persona no está incluida en el precio del tour y se paga en línea.

Wait until the morning of your tour to pay. If the weather turns stormy, you can cancel the tour that day, just let the captain know ahead of time, and you will not have paid for a park ticket you cannot use.Espere a la mañana del tour para pagar. Si el clima amanece tormentoso, puede cancelar el tour ese mismo día, solo avísele al capitán con anticipación, y no habrá pagado una entrada que no va a usar.

  1. On the morning of your tour, open the MiAmbiente park reservations site (button below).La mañana de su tour, abra el sitio de reservas de parques de MiAmbiente (botón abajo).
  2. Select Isla Bastimentos National Marine Park (Parque Nacional Marino Isla Bastimentos).Seleccione Parque Nacional Marino Isla Bastimentos.
  3. Choose that day's date and the number of people, then pay.Elija la fecha de ese día y el número de personas, y pague.
  4. Keep the confirmation on your phone for the day of the tour.Guarde la confirmación en su teléfono para el día del tour.
Pay the park fee on MiAmbientePagar la entrada en MiAmbiente

From our dockDesde nuestro muelle

Book with your hostsReserve con sus anfitriones

  • Pickup at Saigon Bay or your hotel anywhere in Bocas del ToroRecogida en Saigon Bay o en su hotel en cualquier parte de Bocas del Toro
  • Pay the captain in cash on the daySe paga al capitán en efectivo el mismo día
  • Plus the $10 park fee, paid online the morning of the tourMás la entrada al parque de $10, que se paga en línea la mañana del tour
  • Message us at least a day aheadEscríbanos con al menos un día de anticipación
or callo llame al +507 757 9373

Not staying with us? We still book it for you, and the boat picks you up at your hotel.¿No se hospeda con nosotros? Igual se lo reservamos y el bote lo recoge en su hotel.

Local operatorOperador local

Contact them directlyContáctelos directamente

Isla Colon
Reservation necessary

Mention that Saigon Bay sent you.Mencione que lo envía Saigon Bay.

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