Day Trip to San Blas Islands
Description
Experience the enchanting Caribbean islands of San Blas and immerse yourself in a pristine oasis located off the Panamanian coast. Interact with the locals while you indulge in a day of leisure on idyllic beaches!
Trip Overview
Your adventure begins with a pickup from your hotel in Panama City, where we will meet in an off-road vehicle at the scheduled time for a scenic 2.5-hour drive towards Dibin port.
Upon arrival, you’ll be welcomed by our guide and board a boat destined for a Guna community. Here, you’ll gain insights into the rich traditions of the local culture. Have you heard about the remarkable molas?
Our journey continues towards the stunning and idyllic beaches of San Blas, particularly visiting Pelícano Island, which gained fame as a filming location for the popular Netflix series Money Heist. Equipment for snorkeling and paddle surfing will be provided, allowing you to explore the enchanting clear waters. Feel free to paddle a kayak, engage in games with beach rackets, challenge yourself to mini golf, or simply unwind on a water bed.
Following this, we'll proceed to Ina Island, where you can relax on the sandy shores or visit various local artisan stalls showcasing their crafts.
To complete the day, we’ll make our way to a natural pool nestled in the Caribbean Sea. Here, you'll have the chance to swim and explore this unique area, surrounded by starfish for an hour. This location promises to be truly enchanting! During this delightful pause, we’ll serve a lunch featuring fresh fish and salad.
Afterward, we will begin our return trip to Panama City, where you'll be conveniently dropped back at your hotel approximately 10 hours after your departure.
Itinerary Changes
Please note that occasionally, due to flooding and heavy rains, the Guna Island community may be inaccessible for visitors. In such cases, alternatives will be provided with visits to different islands.
Hotel Pickup Information
This excursion includes the convenience of pickup and drop-off at hotels situated in Panama City. A supplementary charge of 20 USD per person will apply for accommodations located in Playa Bonita.
What's included
- Hotel pickup & drop–off
- Transport by off–roading vehicle
- English–speaking guide
- Boat trip
- Equipment needed for the activities mentioned on Pelícano Island
- Lunch
- Drink
- Coffee and fruit
What's not included
- Entry to San Blas: 22USD per person
- Entry to Pelicano Island: 3USD per person
- Beach towels
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Panamá City in a offroading vehicle between 5:10 and 5:30 am. Please be ready at least 10 minutes beforehand.
Additional information
- You must bring your passport with you on this excursion.
- On the day of the visit, you will have to pay a touristtax of 22USD per person to access the islands.
- Lunch is prepared with seasonal ingredients so exact food may vary.
- Vegetarians will be served egg instead of fish.
- We recommend wearing comfortable beach clothing and bringing a change of clothes in case yours get wet.
We recommend that you do not to book a flight the same day of the activity, since the road can be complicated and there could be delays in the transfers. The times indicated are approximate.
This is a shared tour, so there will be waiting times both when picking you up at your hotel and when arriving at the port.
The vehicles used are off-roading vehicles with a capacity for 6 passengers plus the driver. If you want more comfort, you can pay 25USD per person to reserve a front seat (if you are only one person), or if you are a couple, you can reserve the middle row just for you for 25USD per person. This payment is made in cash directly to the driver.
Itinerary Adjustments
Occasionally, the Guna Island community is flooded and due to the constant rains, it cannot receive visitors. If this happens, we'll visit another island instead.
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