The island of “Escudo de Veraguas” is one of the world’s most pristine and undiscovered islands and is situated 10 miles off the Caribbean coast of Panama. Escudo de Veraguas is Panama’s undiscovered jewel and can be easily accessed in a one-hour boat drive from The Caribbean of Veraguas. Inhabited only by local Indians, these lush, verdant islands are surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters, ideal for swimming, photos, diving, snorkeling or relaxation.