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Cartí
4×4 transfer from Panama City and boarding at Cartí.
Photo: Langlois, Bruno / CC BY-SA 4.0SeasonDec–Apr
AirportPanamá
Cabin from$1,470
Boat from$10,560
A week here
The 365 islands of Guna Yala, governed by the Guna people: postcard cays, fresh lobster and villages where molas are sewn. The Caribbean without hotels.
Itinerary
The week, day by day
Tap a day or a point on the map. Indicative route: your skipper adapts it to the wind.
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Chichime
Chichime: two palm-fringed islands and your first swim in pool-clear water.
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Cayos Limón
The Lemon Cays and a wreck a few metres away to snorkel.
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Cayos Holandeses
The Dutch Cays, the “swimming pool” of San Blas: starfish and reef.
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Coco Bandero
Coco Bandero and lobster bought from Guna fishermen.
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Nalunega
Visit a Guna village: molas, cane houses and a living culture.
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Cartí
Disembark at Cartí and transfer back to Panama City.
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Flight to Panamá (PTY) + 4×4
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Extras
Make it yours
Services from trusted local suppliers. Ask when you book and we send you a price.
Local guide ashore
Villages, history and spots no guidebook shows.
Guided snorkeling
The best reefs and spots with a local guide.
Fishing
A morning of fishing with local fishermen.
Yoga and massage
Sunrise classes on deck and massages in a cove.
Chef or host on board
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners cooked on board with local produce.
Provisioning delivered
Arrive to a full fridge: food, drinks and ice.
Airport–marina transfers
We pick you up at the airport and drop you at the boat.
Photographer and drone
A shoot on board and the week filmed from the air.
Travel and cancelation insurance
Travel with medical and cancelation cover.
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Book your week
Pick a week to see prices and availability.
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Experiences
See all (12)Experiences in San Blas
Day tripSan Blas Day Trip from Panama City
Visit three islands of Guna Yala in a single day with a 4×4 transfer from Panama City, snorkeling at the Natural Pool and lunch on the island. All comarca fees included.
from $660 per person13 h →
Transfer4×4 Transfer Panama City to Cartí (San Blas)
Licensed 4×4 transfer from your hotel or Tocumen airport to Cartí port, the gateway to San Blas. Ideal to reach your sailboat or island stay.
from $130 per person2 h 30 min (one way) →
Boat tripPrivate Boat Tour of the San Blas Islands
A full day with a boat and Guna captain just for your group: Cayos Holandeses, the Natural Pool or Cayos Limón at your own pace. Perfect for families and groups of friends.
from $480 per group7 h →
CultureGuna Community Cultural Visit in San Blas
Guided walk through a Guna island village to learn about daily life, traditional governance and the art of molas. A respectful experience with a local guide.
from $155 per person2 h →
Day tripSan Blas 2-Day Overnight Island Stay
Sleep in a Guna cabin by the sea and wake up on a white-sand Caribbean island. Includes 4×4 transport from Panama City, boat, meals and visits to several islands.
from $1,010 per person2 days / 1 night →
SailingSan Blas to Cartagena Sailing Trip (5 Days)
The legendary way to travel from Panama to Colombia: three days among the San Blas islands and two days of open-sea sailing to Cartagena. Berth, meals and exit paperwork included.
from $2,640 per person5 days / 4 nights →
SnorkellingCayos Holandeses Snorkel Trip, San Blas
Boat out to the outer San Blas cays, the most remote and unspoilt, to snorkel coral reefs and a shallow wreck. A full day for travelers already staying on the islands.
from $310 per person6 h →
Local guidePanama Canal Tour: Miraflores Locks
Watch giant ships rise and fall in the Miraflores Locks and learn the story of the Americas’ most famous engineering feat. With a guide and hotel pick-up in Panama City.
from $310 per person4 h →
Local guideCasco Viejo Walking Tour, Panama City
Stroll Panama City’s colonial quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a local guide. Plazas, churches, colorful balconies and the best skyline view.
from $155 per person2 h →
WildlifeMonkey Island Boat Tour on Gatun Lake
Cruise Gatun Lake, right on the Panama Canal route, by boat to see monkeys, sloths, crocodiles and birds in the wild. A half day of nature an hour from the city.
from $375 per person4–5 h →
CultureEmberá Village Tour on the Chagres River
Travel up the Chagres River by dugout canoe to an Emberá community and learn about their way of life, crafts and music. Includes a waterfall swim and a traditional lunch.
from $440 per person7 h →
TransferTocumen Airport to Panama City Transfer
Private transfer from Tocumen International Airport to your Panama City hotel, with a driver waiting in arrivals. A comfortable first step before heading to San Blas.
from $175 per group45 min →
Book with confidence
- Hold your place with a $220 deposit
- Pay the rest in instalments up to 60 days before
- Free date change up to 90 days before
- 24-hour cancelation, full refund
Questions
Before you sail
When is the best time to sail in Panama: San Blas?
The season runs from December to April.
How do I get there?
Fly to Panamá (PTY) + 4×4. Your skipper meets you at the marina.
How much is it?
Cabins from $1,470 per person or the whole boat from $10,560 per week.
What is included?
The boat, a licensed skipper, bed linen, towels, final cleaning and insurance. Food, drinks, fuel and marinas come from a shared on-board kitty.
How much is the kitty?
Usually $170–$280 per person per week, depending on meals ashore and motoring.
How do I book?
Choose your week and destination, reserve with a $220 deposit per person and pay the balance 60 days before.