Your Journey to Playa Morrillo
Tucked deep in the province of Veraguas, where the road narrows and the jungle thickens, you’ll find us at Kilometer 72 on the road from Santiago towards Mariato a marker few pass, and even fewer forget.
A crescent of wild coastline, brushed by palms and carved by waves, with no crowds, no buildings, and no noise but the ocean.
We’re alone in the bay, surrounded by nothing but jungle, sea, and sky.
Playa Morrillo is one of the only beaches in Panama where the sun sets over the ocean. Mornings bring epic sunrises over the hills, and evenings deliver fiery sunsets that drop right into the sea. It’s a front-row seat to nature’s show, every single day.
This isn’t just where the road ends. It’s where things begin to feel different. Slower. Wilder. Quieter.
We call it off the grid. You might call it freedom.
How to Get Here:
Finding Morrillo. Somewhere Off the Map KM72
The easiest and most comfortable way to get here. We can arrange a private shuttle straight from the airport (or anywhere else in Panama), with pricing based on group size, surfboards, and gear just reach out and we’ll help you plan it.
It’s a laid-back drive through the stunning backroads of Veraguas a chance to sit back, take in the views, maybe nap a little, and let the road unwind before you hit the waves.
Getting to Morrillo on your own is part of the adventure. From Panama City, it’s roughly a 6-hour drive west. The road is fully paved and in good condition. Just follow the Pan-American Highway to Santiago, then head south toward Mariato. We’re located at km 72 on the road from Santiago to Morrillo.
Click here for Google Maps directions from Tocumen International Airport to Casa Morrillo
Pro tip: Buy a +Móvil SIM card at any gas station or convenience store along the way. It’s affordable, easy to activate, and gives you cell signal throughout the entire trip—especially helpful for navigation.
From Santiago down to the coast, the drive becomes more scenic, winding through jungle and countryside. The last stretch brings you along the coast, with glimpses of the Pacific as you approach the bay.
Note:
The most budget-friendly option. From Panama City, head to the Albrook Bus Terminal, where you can catch a bus to Santiago (Veraguas) — it’s a 4–5 hour ride depending on traffic.
From Santiago, you have a couple of options:
No matter how you arrive, the journey here is part of what makes Playa Morrillo so special. The farther you go, the wilder and more beautiful it gets.
Winding through rural Panama, you’ll pass cattle-dotted pastures, sleepy roadside towns, winding jungle roads, and sudden bursts of ocean views. No highways, no neon signs — just endless green and wild blue. You’ll lose cell signal and gain something else: perspective.
And when you finally pull up to the last dirt turn and see the jungle give way to the Pacific, you'll know why this place is worth every mile.
It’s not just about where you end up. It’s about arriving — at the edge of the map.
