The market in Meteti is small but well stocked for a town of its size, and it is the best place to buy supplies before heading deeper into the Darién. Stock up here on food, water purification tablets, insect repellent, and any practical gear you may have forgotten. Prices are reasonable. The market also serves as an informal information exchange — locals, indigenous traders from the interior, and the occasional experienced guide can all be found in and around it. If you need to hire a boat or a guide for river travel, this is a good starting point.