Panama · Spearfishing zone
Isla Montuosa
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Isla Montuosa.
Offshore Pacific island in Chiriqui used as a base for guided spearfishing/camping trips; lies within the broader marine area but is referenced as a destination for legal guided spearfishing.
What applies here
Restrictions
Specific rules and limits that apply within this area.
Guided trips recommended; subject to Coiba Special Zone of Marine Protection rules and ARAP authorization.
On the coast
Location
Approximate reference point for this zone. See the full picture on the interactive map.
7.4500°N, 82.2500°W
View on the mapSource
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Panama
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Apply to the Autoridad de los Recursos Acuaticos de Panama (ARAP); operators, vessels and captains must additionally register and be authorized. Guided/charter operators typically arrange the required authorizations.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · arap.gob.pa