DRAKE BAY ON A BUDGET (AND IN STYLE)

My Exact 3-Day Plan That Saves You Money & Stress

My favourite view of the Bay

Drake Bay is one of those places that feels like a secret — until you arrive and wonder why the whole world isn’t here.

It’s wild, remote, warm year-round, and surprisingly affordable if you know how to plan it properly. I help travelers manage transport, hotels and tours in Drake Bay all the time, and this is the exact 3-day plan I recommend to people who want to experience the magic without overspending.

Let’s get you to paradise — beautifully, simply, and stress-free.

☀️ Day 1 — Arrival + Settle Into Your Jungle Oasis

Arrival is usually the most chaotic part of Drake Bay because of the logistics.
Here’s the simple, non-stress version:

• Boat from Sierpe → Drake Bay

• Check into a mid-range lodge with ocean views (message me for the ones I recommend — better prices than booking sites)

• Walk the beach at sunset

• Dinner at a local soda (cheap + delicious)

Style tip: Pack a light dress or linen set. Everything is warm, simple, and gorgeous.

🐬 Day 2 — Full Day at Corcovado or Cano Island

This is the “why” you came here.

Choose one:

• Corcovado National Park – animals, jungle, once-in-a-lifetime

• Cano Island Snorkeling – calm, blue, dreamy water

Prices range based on the operator — but I can help you find the ones that are reputable and fair.

Money saver: Booking through a local contact (like… hello, me) often gets you better times, better guides, and better availability than online.

🌊 Day 3 — Slow Morning + Surprise Adventure

This is your exhale day.

Choose your vibe:

• Kayak in the mangroves

• Chill at the beach

• Hike the Coastal trail

• Or do nothing and melt

Have lunch in town, shop for small handmade souvenirs, and soak in the last of the heat before heading back to Sierpe.

🧡 Why Drake Bay Works for Solo Travelers

• It’s safe

• It’s warm

• It’s friendly

• You feel held, not lost

• You have space to breathe and think

• You return home feeling like you lived two lifetimes

⭐ Want help planning your trip?

I help travelers at no extra cost with:

• choosing the right hotel

• booking transfers

• picking the best tour options

• saving money (and avoiding scams)

Just message me your dates and budget — I’ll take care of the rest.