Panama’s Premier Private-Island Fishing Retreat

Welcome to Panama Nautical Club – an exclusive private-island retreat in Panama’s Gulf of Chiriqui, made for discerning anglers, families and adventurers.

Set on the private island of Boca Brava, Panama Nautical Club offers a rare combination of elite sportfishing, seclusion and authentic Pacific adventure. Pursue marlin, tuna, sailfish, dorado, roosterfish and other prized species with expert crews, then return to an intimate island retreat where exceptional food, nature and adventure await.

Come for the fishing.
Stay for the Island.
Bring the Family.

Panama Nautical Club is more than a place to stay between fishing trips—it’s an exclusive private-island experience designed for discerning travelers. Serious anglers enjoy extraordinary Pacific fishing, while families and couples can immerse themselves in nature, adventure, and the seclusion of island life. With exceptional hospitality throughout, every guest can experience Panama in their own way.

The Gulf of Chiriqui: a world-class fishery

The fishery is world-class, offering exceptional variety—anglers can target marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, dorado, roosterfish, wahoo, cubera snapper, and more, often all in a single trip. Few places in the world offer this much action and diversity in a single day. Simply put, it’s an angler’s dream.

The region’s islands, reefs, deep-water drop-offs and seamounts like Hannibal Bank and Isla Montuosa, combined with the nutrient-rich waters of the Humboldt Current, create an extraordinary concentration of baitfish which in turn attract an incredible diversity of gamefish. These unique conditions make the Gulf of Chiriqui one of the most productive big-game fisheries in the Pacific, where anglers can encounter multiple trophy species in a single day.

Set on a private island in the Gulf of Chiriquí, Panama Nautical Club offers fast access to productive inshore waters only 10 minutes away, and offshore grounds only 40 minutes away from our fishing lodge.

Year-Round Inshore and Offshore fishing

Anglers can pursue legendary offshore species including blue and black marlin, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, mahi-mahi, and wahoo, or enjoy inshore action with roosterfish, cubera snapper, and amberjack. Our fleet consists of – 32ft BlackFins, the only boats in the region equipped with fighting chairs and enclosed cabins for shade and comfort, as well as 26–36ft center consoles -, all outfitted with top-tier gear and guided by experienced English-speaking captains. The Gulf offers excellent fishing year-round, but we recommend referring to our fishing calendar for the best times to visit based on your target species.

Why Us

Not Just a Fishing Lodge

Private Island

A luxury private-island fishing lodge set within 200 hectares of protected nature reserve—offering unparalleled privacy, pristine nature and an exclusive escape in the Pacific.

Elite Sportfishing

High-end fishing boats with fighting chairs and shaded cabins, expert English-speaking crews, and world-class Pacific fishing just 10 minutes from the lodge.

Adventure for Everyone

Designed for couples, families and multiple generations, with endless ways to explore—from wildlife and ocean adventures to diving, surfing and island discovery.

Refined Hospitality

Thoughtful service, beautiful accommodations, exceptional food and effortless comfort—luxury that still feels authentic to the island and adventure.

The Rare Panama Experience

Discover the wild beauty, rich biodiversity and untouched character of Pacific Panama through experiences few travelers ever have the opportunity to enjoy.

One Private Island.
One Seamless Experience.

Panama Nautical Club offers customizable all-inclusive fishing trips that bring together accommodation, meals, beverages, fishing charters with all equipment provided, curated island adventures, transfers and domestic flights, so everything is taken care of.

Every fishing trip is carefully planned and personally managed by our concierge team so everything runs smoothly from the moment you arrive to the moment you head home. 

Adventures for everyone

Beyond the water, Panama Nautical Club offers curated eco-adventures, from snorkeling tours and island hopping to jungle hikes, scuba diving, yoga classes, pottery classes, spa treatments, and whale watching. Our luxurious accommodations provide a serene retreat with modern comforts, ensuring ease and relaxation in the heart of the wild.

Fishing Academy

Our fishing academy outlines the different species you can come across in the Gulf of Chiriqui, Panama. From mighty marlin, yellowfin tuna, and dorado to roosterfish, you’ll find everything you need to know about each one, including how and where to target them and the best season to visit. It’s designed for anglers of all levels to learn about the species they can catch during their stay at Panama Nautical Club.

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Roosterfish

They’re here… and they’re BIG! Learn more.

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Yellowfin Tuna

Welcome to the Tuna Coast, one of the best yellowfin fisheries in the world. Learn more.

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Marlin

A fight like no other. Join us this marlin season. Learn more.

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Dorado (mahi-mahi)

Live the excitement of neons of yellow, green, and blue for yourself. Learn more.

What our guests are saying:

“I filled my coolers with yellowfin tuna, caught monster rooster fish, and also caught 2 black marlin and had 4 bites that day in what is supposed to be the “off season”. My wife caught the biggest fish of her life as well so overall I highly recommend this destination to EVERYONE!”

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