Make a Reservation
Renting at Palmar Tent Lodge is very easy. Just follow these simple steps:
1. Review our website to become familiar with the rental options as well as the Services, Amenities and Tours that are available. Please be sure to read the IMPORTANT NOTICES section below.
2. Fill out the form below making sure to include any special needs or any questions you may have.
Usually in less than 24 hours you will be contacted by Kristin or Chris with answers to your questions or to confirm your reservation. Please note that we do not have reliable internet access at the tent lodge so if you have a last minute request or change to your reservation the best way to reach us is by phone (6880-8640 or 6901-6325) or to stop by Casa Verde Hostel's reception desk if you are already in Bocas Town. Once your reservation is confirmed we will make final arrangements regarding your arrival and your stay with us. Payment is due upon arrival at Palmar. Please Note: Cash is King in Bocas and very few vendors accept Credit Cards, Travelers Checks or any other forms of payment. Please be prepared.
Payment Information:
Please be prepared to pay in full for all accommodation with cash at check in. During your stay we will keep a tab of all food, drink and rentals that will be paid in cash at check out.
Payment with Credit Card: If you prefer to pay for your accommodation charges with a credit card you must do so BEFORE arrival. There is a 5% fee for all credit card charges. You will still be expected to pay for your food & bar tab in cash at check out, we cannot accept cards at the lodge, only online.
Cancellation policy: Your payment will be refunded in full if you give at least 5 days notice of cancellation. There are NO partial refunds. If you decide to leave earlier than originally planned you will not be refunded for those nights.
Please note that we have a 2 night minimum stay.
Private Safari Tent with 1 Double Bed (3 available): $50 per night *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 2 Single Beds (1 available): $50 per night *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 3 Single Beds (1 available): $55 for 2 people, $60 for 3 people *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 2 Double Beds (2 available): $60 for 2 people, $65 for 3 people, $70 for 4 people *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
6 Bed Dorm Tents (2 available): $15 per person per night *Add $5/night for holiday rate*
Pitch Your Own Tent (3 available): $10 per person per night $Add $5/night for holiday rate*
We require a 50% credit card deposit for the following types of reservations:
-Any group
-Any stay of 4 nights or more
-All stays during holiday periods
Due to the distance from town (15 +/- minutes by boat from Bocas Town) and the associated logistics, there is a charge of $4 one way or $7 round trip. Our shuttle leaves Bocas Town at 9:45 am & 4:30 pm and returns at 10:15 am and 5 pm. (Please note that the boat runs on island time & may sometimes be slightly behind schedule). Private Water Taxis can also be arranged should you desire this service.
1. Review our website to become familiar with the rental options as well as the Services, Amenities and Tours that are available. Please be sure to read the IMPORTANT NOTICES section below.
2. Fill out the form below making sure to include any special needs or any questions you may have.
Usually in less than 24 hours you will be contacted by Kristin or Chris with answers to your questions or to confirm your reservation. Please note that we do not have reliable internet access at the tent lodge so if you have a last minute request or change to your reservation the best way to reach us is by phone (6880-8640 or 6901-6325) or to stop by Casa Verde Hostel's reception desk if you are already in Bocas Town. Once your reservation is confirmed we will make final arrangements regarding your arrival and your stay with us. Payment is due upon arrival at Palmar. Please Note: Cash is King in Bocas and very few vendors accept Credit Cards, Travelers Checks or any other forms of payment. Please be prepared.
Payment Information:
Please be prepared to pay in full for all accommodation with cash at check in. During your stay we will keep a tab of all food, drink and rentals that will be paid in cash at check out.
Payment with Credit Card: If you prefer to pay for your accommodation charges with a credit card you must do so BEFORE arrival. There is a 5% fee for all credit card charges. You will still be expected to pay for your food & bar tab in cash at check out, we cannot accept cards at the lodge, only online.
Cancellation policy: Your payment will be refunded in full if you give at least 5 days notice of cancellation. There are NO partial refunds. If you decide to leave earlier than originally planned you will not be refunded for those nights.
Please note that we have a 2 night minimum stay.
Private Safari Tent with 1 Double Bed (3 available): $50 per night *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 2 Single Beds (1 available): $50 per night *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 3 Single Beds (1 available): $55 for 2 people, $60 for 3 people *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
Private Safari Tent with 2 Double Beds (2 available): $60 for 2 people, $65 for 3 people, $70 for 4 people *Add $15/night for holiday rate*
6 Bed Dorm Tents (2 available): $15 per person per night *Add $5/night for holiday rate*
Pitch Your Own Tent (3 available): $10 per person per night $Add $5/night for holiday rate*
We require a 50% credit card deposit for the following types of reservations:
-Any group
-Any stay of 4 nights or more
-All stays during holiday periods
Due to the distance from town (15 +/- minutes by boat from Bocas Town) and the associated logistics, there is a charge of $4 one way or $7 round trip. Our shuttle leaves Bocas Town at 9:45 am & 4:30 pm and returns at 10:15 am and 5 pm. (Please note that the boat runs on island time & may sometimes be slightly behind schedule). Private Water Taxis can also be arranged should you desire this service.
IMPORTANT NOTICES
_Arrival Information – Upon your arrival in Bocas please come to Casa Verde Hostel and Guesthouse on Avenida Sur. Once there, the receptionist will check you in & arrange your transport to Palmar, acquaint you with the town and assist you with any shopping needs you may have. While we have a store and restaurant on the property we recommend that you bring any special spices, meats and gourmet items you wish to consume if cooking for yourself. We offer shuttles from Casa Verde at 9:45 am and 4:30 pm daily. Our shuttle is cheaper than a regular boat taxi and we have people meet you with wheelbarrows to help you with your luggage on the 10 minute hike across the island. If you do need to come after our last shuttle departs at 4:30 pm the receptionists at Casa Verde can arrange a water taxi for you. Please be advised that after 6 pm the price for a water taxi goes up as it gets dark.
*IMPORTANT: Please come check in at Casa Verde before coming out to the tent lodge! If you try to take a boat to Red Frog and find us on your own you may not find the lodge very easily as Red Frog is a large area with multiple entrances. It is no fun to be hiking around lost with all of your gear! Additionally, you need to pick up a Palmar wristband at Casa Verde reception to ensure that you don't have to pay the $3 admission fee at the Palmar Dock. This wristband is good for free entrance only at the Palmar dock, NOT the Red Frog Marina dock. At Casa Verde they can also make sure that you boat driver takes you to the correct entrance if you choose to arrive separately from our shuttle.
Food - Our restaurant offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items for purchase and also serves up one family style dinner each night. Breakfast is from 8am-11am and lunch is from 11:30am-4pm. You must sign up in advance (by 5 pm) to take part in the family dinner. Vegetarian options are always available! We no longer have kitchen facilities available for guest use.
There are two other restaurants within a short walk. Punta Lava Beach Bar & Grill is just 5 minutes down the beach and they have food from 11-4 pm and drinks from 11-sunset. Kayukos restaurant is only 10 minutes away up a jungle path and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also have ping pong, pool and darts.
Water and Electricity - Water and electricity are prized commodities at Palmar Tent Lodge. All of our electricity comes from the sun and all of our water comes from rain catchment. As such, please do your best to conserve these precious resources. When showering please take care to minimize water use. It has been said that one way to do this is to shower with a friend or two – hah! Seriously though, when showering please turn the water on and wet yourself. Then turn the water off before soaping up. Turn the water on again after lathering up and rinse off quickly. Finally, please always turn off any fans and lights when leaving your rental. Doing so will help us conserve critical resources and make your stay much more comfortable.
Insects - Mosquitos are not a huge issue at Palmar Tent Lodge due to its location near the water and the ocean breezes that grace the property. However, due to our jungle location there are some bugs and we do provide mosquito netting for those who wish to use it. It is suggested that you bring one or more varieties of insect repellent just in case. We sell bug spray, coconut oil (great natural way to keep the bugs away!) and also inexpensive mosquito coils that help keep unwanted insects away when burned.
Money - Please note that most places in Bocas accept cash only, including Palmar Tent Lodge. The currency is US dollars. There is an ATM at the bank in Bocas Town that you can visit before departure. Please ensure that you bring enough cash with you for your stay.
Please be prepared to pay in full for all accommodation with cash at check in. During your stay we will keep a tab of all food, drink and rentals that will be paid in cash at check out.
Payment with Credit Card: If you prefer to pay for your accommodation charges with a credit card you must do so BEFORE arrival. There is a 5% fee for all credit card charges. You will still be expected to pay for your bar tab in cash at check out, we cannot accept cards at the lodge, only online.
Cancellation policy: Your payment will be refunded in full if you give at least 5 days notice of cancellation. There are NO partial refunds.
ADA, Handicap Access and Safety Issues – Please note that Palmar Tent Lodge is not ADA or Handicap Compliant. Palmar's sleeping areas are accessed via steps that may not be suitable for guests with strict mobility issues. Parents are advised to accompany any child they feel is incapable of using our facilities without risk of injury. Please understand that your attention to safety is very important in such a remote location.
Telephone & Internet – We have Mas Movil cell phone service in our Great House at Palmar. Our internet service is VERY limited & fairly slow. We have an iPad that is available for guest use (when not in use for business purposes) for a rate of $3/half hour or $5/hour. We do not have WiFi but you can make a short 10 minute hike through the jungle to Kayuko's restaurant (part of Red Frog Resort) where you can use their WiFi internet with the purchase of food or drink.
Please understand that while we will do everything possible to insure your comfort and safety we cannot accept responsibility for bugs, water or electrical shortages caused by misuse of our systems and accidents or acts of God. Thank you for your understanding.
*IMPORTANT: Please come check in at Casa Verde before coming out to the tent lodge! If you try to take a boat to Red Frog and find us on your own you may not find the lodge very easily as Red Frog is a large area with multiple entrances. It is no fun to be hiking around lost with all of your gear! Additionally, you need to pick up a Palmar wristband at Casa Verde reception to ensure that you don't have to pay the $3 admission fee at the Palmar Dock. This wristband is good for free entrance only at the Palmar dock, NOT the Red Frog Marina dock. At Casa Verde they can also make sure that you boat driver takes you to the correct entrance if you choose to arrive separately from our shuttle.
Food - Our restaurant offers a variety of breakfast and lunch items for purchase and also serves up one family style dinner each night. Breakfast is from 8am-11am and lunch is from 11:30am-4pm. You must sign up in advance (by 5 pm) to take part in the family dinner. Vegetarian options are always available! We no longer have kitchen facilities available for guest use.
There are two other restaurants within a short walk. Punta Lava Beach Bar & Grill is just 5 minutes down the beach and they have food from 11-4 pm and drinks from 11-sunset. Kayukos restaurant is only 10 minutes away up a jungle path and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. They also have ping pong, pool and darts.
Water and Electricity - Water and electricity are prized commodities at Palmar Tent Lodge. All of our electricity comes from the sun and all of our water comes from rain catchment. As such, please do your best to conserve these precious resources. When showering please take care to minimize water use. It has been said that one way to do this is to shower with a friend or two – hah! Seriously though, when showering please turn the water on and wet yourself. Then turn the water off before soaping up. Turn the water on again after lathering up and rinse off quickly. Finally, please always turn off any fans and lights when leaving your rental. Doing so will help us conserve critical resources and make your stay much more comfortable.
Insects - Mosquitos are not a huge issue at Palmar Tent Lodge due to its location near the water and the ocean breezes that grace the property. However, due to our jungle location there are some bugs and we do provide mosquito netting for those who wish to use it. It is suggested that you bring one or more varieties of insect repellent just in case. We sell bug spray, coconut oil (great natural way to keep the bugs away!) and also inexpensive mosquito coils that help keep unwanted insects away when burned.
Money - Please note that most places in Bocas accept cash only, including Palmar Tent Lodge. The currency is US dollars. There is an ATM at the bank in Bocas Town that you can visit before departure. Please ensure that you bring enough cash with you for your stay.
Please be prepared to pay in full for all accommodation with cash at check in. During your stay we will keep a tab of all food, drink and rentals that will be paid in cash at check out.
Payment with Credit Card: If you prefer to pay for your accommodation charges with a credit card you must do so BEFORE arrival. There is a 5% fee for all credit card charges. You will still be expected to pay for your bar tab in cash at check out, we cannot accept cards at the lodge, only online.
Cancellation policy: Your payment will be refunded in full if you give at least 5 days notice of cancellation. There are NO partial refunds.
ADA, Handicap Access and Safety Issues – Please note that Palmar Tent Lodge is not ADA or Handicap Compliant. Palmar's sleeping areas are accessed via steps that may not be suitable for guests with strict mobility issues. Parents are advised to accompany any child they feel is incapable of using our facilities without risk of injury. Please understand that your attention to safety is very important in such a remote location.
Telephone & Internet – We have Mas Movil cell phone service in our Great House at Palmar. Our internet service is VERY limited & fairly slow. We have an iPad that is available for guest use (when not in use for business purposes) for a rate of $3/half hour or $5/hour. We do not have WiFi but you can make a short 10 minute hike through the jungle to Kayuko's restaurant (part of Red Frog Resort) where you can use their WiFi internet with the purchase of food or drink.
Please understand that while we will do everything possible to insure your comfort and safety we cannot accept responsibility for bugs, water or electrical shortages caused by misuse of our systems and accidents or acts of God. Thank you for your understanding.
