Parida Island is an extraordinary 217-acre Pacific jewel offering a rare opportunity for private ownership within a protected national marine park. This "tax-free" [Confirm tax-free status parameters] freehold parcel features three expansive white-sand beaches, a handcrafted oceanfront cottage, and significant development potential for an eco-conscious luxury retreat. Positioned in the "Lost Coast" of Panama, the property provides the ultimate seclusion of a remote island sanctuary while remaining logistically connected to the international airport and services of David.
Property Details
The estate serves as a functional base for immediate use, with extensive entitlements for future development.
The Cottage: A charming, handcrafted wooden residence is positioned along the shoreline, serving as the current primary living structure.
Development Clearance: The property holds all required documentation for additional construction. The national park designation ensures that no neighboring development will ever impede the island’s privacy or ecological integrity.
Building Sites: High, level ground ranging from 25 to 50 feet above sea level offers multiple plateaus for a primary residence or a boutique hospitality compound with panoramic Pacific views.
Land & Waterfront
The 217-acre landmass is a pristine ecological sanctuary with diverse waterfront features.
The Shoreline: Includes three major white-sand beaches lined with mature coconut palms and several smaller, secluded coves.
Maritime Assets: The property offers calm, deepwater anchorage conditions suitable for yachts of all sizes. The surrounding waters are a world-class fishery, home to tuna, marlin, dorado, and wahoo.
Natural Resources: The island features abundant fresh groundwater, clean air, and organic soil that has never been tampered with by commercial agriculture.
Access & Utilities
Logistics are streamlined via the regional hub of David, Panama's second-largest city.
Transit: Reachable by a 30-minute boat ride from Boca Chica or a 10-minute helicopter flight from David International Airport (DAV), which accommodates private jets.
Infrastructure: The region benefits from Panama's stable, dollar-based economy and significant recent investments in highway and airport infrastructure.
Utilities: The property currently functions as a sustainable off-grid retreat, utilizing its natural groundwater resources.
Lifestyle & Value
Ownership on Parida Island is an invitation to inhabit one of the Pacific's most biodiverse corridors. The island is known as a birthing place for Humpback whales and a sanctuary for migratory birds and exotic wildlife. Whether maintained as a high-security private sanctuary or developed into a world-leading eco-resort, Parida Island represents a definitive legacy asset. In a market that prizes "Natural Capital" and protected environments, this 87-hectare estate offers an unmatched combination of scale, legal security, and raw tropical beauty.
