Wizard Beach (Playa Primera)
Playa Wizard
A pristine beach reached only by hiking through the rainforest. It sees few visitors, has big waves, and is good for surfing and enjoying the scenery in solitude.
Playa Wizard, also called Primera Playa, lies on the north shore of Isla Bastimentos. From Old Bank, a rainforest trail takes about 30–40 minutes over a small hill. Along the way you may spot poison dart frogs, sloths and howler monkeys. After rain the path is extremely muddy, so sandals or waterproof shoes are recommended. The beach has almost no facilities, and the waves and rip currents are strong, so swimming is not advised. Fit hikers can continue along the coast for about 1.5 hours to Red Frog Beach and then return to town by boat.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Old Bank (Bastimentos Town)
- Red Frog Beach
- Isla Carenero
- Hospital Point
- Bocas Town
- Nivida Bat Cave
- Playa Bluff
- Sloth Island (Isla Perezoso)