Playa Blanca Panama · Pesach 2027
Full-resort takeover · Pacific Coclé
✡ Rabbi David Eshkenazi / Vaad HaKashrut Shevet AhimLocation: Rio Hato, Coclé Province, Panama
Organizer: Panama Kosher Adventures by CRKA
Dates: Pesach 2027: 21–30 April 2027 (10 days / 9 nights). Optional pre-night: Tuesday 20 April. Optional post-stay: 30 April–2 May; these extras are not part of the main dates.
About
Playa Blanca Panama is a full-resort Pesach experience on the Pacific coast of Coclé.
From 21–30 April 2027, Panama Kosher Adventures by CRKA welcomes guests to Playa Blanca Hotel & Resort in Rio Hato, with the entire property taken over for an all-inclusive holiday.
Enjoy resort pools and waterslides, beach access, Wi‑Fi, gym, spa, beach volleyball, 2 & 1/2 Day Adventure included in the price, and other amenities, plus guided Chol Hamoed adventures in Panama.
2 1/2 Days of Adventures included in the price
The program includes meals, snacks, Seders, airport and hotel transfers, kids’ camp, speakers, shiurim, Daf Yomi and private learning.
Rooms accommodate up to four people and include a balcony or patio, walk-in shower, TV, Wi‑Fi, mini fridge, safe, laundry and concierge service.
Family-friendly full-resort setting: The expansive property allows private spaces for each family. Unlike high-rise food-centred programmes, Playa Blanca is for a relaxing full-resort Passover.
About the provider
Costa Rica Kosher Adventures (CRKA), operating this Pesach as Panama Kosher Adventures, provides full-service certified Glatt Kosher tours in Costa Rica, Panama and around the world. Since 1994 CRKA has developed and run unique Passover and group programmes for thousands of guests. Join Joel and Lizzy and the CRKA team — leaders in kosher travel to Central America — for an all-inclusive, family-friendly Passover at Playa Blanca Resort on Panama’s Pacific coast.
Rooms & accommodation
All rooms accommodate up to four people and include a balcony or patio, walk-in shower, TV, Wi‑Fi, mini fridge, safe, laundry and concierge service. Handicap-accessible rooms are available on request. Rooms also include a hair dryer and house phone.
Published starting prices per room (subject to change):
Standard single: $9,000
Standard 2 people: $12,000
Standard 3 people: $13,000
Standard 4 people: $14,000
Kashrut & dining
The program is Glatt Kosher LePesach with Gebrochts, Chalav Yisrael and No Kitniyot, with meals, Seders, snacks, tips, taxes and service included.
Dining includes the main restaurant and three specialty restaurants: Fish, Vegetarian/Vegan, and an Italian Coffee House.
There are separate meat and dairy kitchens. Menus reflective of local cuisine with fresh fish, fruits and vegetables. Master chefs; nutritious, well-balanced, beautifully prepared Passover meals.
Airport and hotel transfers are handled by CRKA from Tocumen International Airport (approximately two hours). Included in the price.
Religious life & Shabbat
The program is Glatt Kosher LePesach with Gebrochts and Chalav Yisrael, with No Kitniyot. Supervision is by Rabbi David Eshkenazi, Rabbinic Coordinator for Vaad HaKashrut Shevet Ahim, Panama.
Shmura Matza is available and wine is Mevushal.
eruv,
on-site synagogue,
daily minyanim
Seders.
Activities & entertainment
Chol Hamoed guided adventures may include Panama City, Casco Viejo, Monkey Island, the Canal, Emberá, the Valley of Anton, water sports and hiking.
On-site CRKA activities:
Guided nature walks
Bird & wildlife watching
Naturalist and ecologist series
Study & lecture program
Daf Yomi & private learning
Resort amenities:
Beach volleyball
Relaxing spa
Amphitheater with presentations and activities
Pools and waterslides
Water sports: kayaking, stand-up paddle, flyboard
For children & families
Kids’ Camp is available on Shabbat and festival days, with children’s programming designed for families.
Amenities & services
- Entertainment
- Child Friendly
- Fitness & Sport center
- Outdoor pool
- Kids club
- Beach access
- Concierge
- Air conditioning
- Free Wi-Fi
- Spa
Pricing
Starting from: USD 6000 / stay
Location
Address: Rd to Farallon, Rio Hato, Coclé Province, Panama
Getting there
CRKA handles airport and hotel transfers from Tocumen International Airport, approximately two hours from Playa Blanca. The resort is located on the Pacific coast near Rio Hato in Coclé Province.
Tags
Contact
- Organizer: Panama Kosher Adventures by CRKA (Joel)
- Location: Rio Hato, Panama
- Phone: +1310 717 2102
- Phone: 1 626 831 0546
- WhatsApp: +1 310 717 2102
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: https://www.costaricakosheradventures.com/wp/tours/passover-panama/
Pesach 2027 candle lighting and Havdalah times Playa Blanca Panama · Pesach 2027
Approximate times calculated for this venue's location, following the schedule outside Israel.
| Date | Event | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 21 April 2027 | First day of Pesach (first Seder) begins — candle lighting | 18:11 |
| Thursday 22 April 2027 | Second day of Pesach (second Seder) begins — light from an existing flame after nightfall | 19:01 |
| Friday 23 April 2027 | Shabbat begins — light from an existing flame before sunset | 18:11 |
| Saturday 24 April 2027 | Shabbat ends — Havdalah | 19:01 |
| Tuesday 27 April 2027 | Seventh day of Pesach begins — candle lighting | 18:12 |
| Wednesday 28 April 2027 | Eighth day of Pesach begins — light from an existing flame after nightfall | 19:02 |
| Thursday 29 April 2027 | Pesach ends — Havdalah | 19:02 |
Calculated for the venue's map location. Times can differ from those your program uses — confirm the exact zmanim with the program's rabbinic authority.