4-Day Island Hopping San Blas Package Deal Panama City: 4-Day Island Hopping San Blas Adventure
ID: GYG541427-937474
Category:
Country: Panama
Duration:
4 days
Description
Embark on a 4-day island-hopping adventure in San Blas, including 3 nights of accommodation. Explore 6 stunning islands, snorkel in pristine waters, and immerse yourself in the local culture.
Experience the "real" San Blas on a 4-day island-hopping adventure. Explore the stunning island paradise famous for its white sand beaches and turquoise waters. You will sleep on 3 different islands and go on 2 boat tours to different islands. You will also meet the local Kuna family who will share their traditions with you.
Day 1:
If choosing our optional roundtrip transportation service (available during checkout), a friendly driver will meet you at your Panama City lodging between 5:00am and 5:45am and safely transport you and up to five other guests to the Port of Carti. Relax and start enjoying the 2.5 to 3 hour journey through the spectacular jungle highlands. Oftentimes we encounter wildlife, such as monkeys and sloths on the road and will gladly stop the car to give you opportunities to admire these beautiful animals and to take photos. Our drivers will also stop at a grocery store in case you want to purchase any items, such as snacks, water or fruit.
When arriving at the port a “lancha” boat will be waiting for you, ready to take you to your island.
The 20-minute boat ride to the first island may be a little bumpy. Depending on ocean conditions, there may be some ocean spray.
As you arrive at the first island, you will be greeted by the calm, turquoise seas, surrounding the island.
After settling into your private traditional Kuna cabin with sand floor, start enjoying the beaches.
Lunch is served at after 12:30pm. Meals usually consist of the fresh catch of the day (we do offer vegetarian or non-seafood options).
Spend the remainder of the day adjusting to the island life, relaxing in a hammock, swimming in the ocean or exploring the island.
Dinner is served after 6:00pm
Day 2:
Breakfast is served after 7:00am.
Checkout from your room is at 8:00am.
A lancha boat will take you on an island tour to Isla Nuinudup and the famous Natural Pool. The tour ends on Isla Perro Chico, famous for its beautiful white sand beach and the snorkeling shipwreck right in front of its beach. This will also be your island for the night.
Lunch is served after 12:30pm
Dinner is served after 6:30pm
Day 3:
Breakfast is served after 7:00am.
Checkout from your room is at 8:00am
A lancha boat will take you to your third island destination.
After arrival, meet the resident Kuna family and learn about their culture and Mola-making art. Guests are also welcome to join the Kuna family daily activities, such as collecting coconuts, cleaning beaches etc.
Spend the rest of the morning on the island.
Lunch is served after 12:30pm
In the afternoon, embark on another boat tour to explore more islands.
Dinner is served after 6:30pm
Day 4:
Breakfast is served after 7:00am.
Checkout from your room is at 8:00am
A lancha boat will take you back to the port, where your driver is waiting to return you to Panama City, arriving at your lodging by 1:00pm.
This is a unique adventure and we encourage you not to miss the opportunity!
Highlights
- Visit 6 San Blas islands on a 4-day island hopping adventure
- Rent a SUP board and explore several other close-by islands
- Meet an local Kuna family and learn about their traditions
- Enjoy our friendly Tao Travel 365 Customer Service
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
No Lobster meals between March 1 - May 31 (please do not choose the add-on)
THE PICK UP IS ONLY INCLUDED IF SELECTING THE ADD-ON DURING CHECK OUT. If you selected it: please be prepared for a 2.5 hour journey each way (1 hour on highways & 1.5 hours on curvy roads!) Please do not leave bad reviews because of the road. We try to warn you ahead of time :)
All reservations are confirmed by GetYourGuide. However, due to logistics in San Blas we have to manually confirm availability with the islands. Your booking is only 100% confirmed once we send you a confirmation from our Tao Travel 365 email address.
This is not a luxury activity. Services & Accommodations are very basic (think camping). All services are managed by the indigenous Kuna.
Electricity only available between 6pm and 6am.
Bathrooms are shared - 2 showers and 2 toilets
No credit cards accepted - only cash
Please bring your hygiene items, such as towels, shampoo, insect repellant, etc.
We meet all guests at the Carti Boat Terminal. Only 4x4 cars are allowed to enter San Blas.
Please note that we offer roundtrip car transportation service from Panama City, available during checkout.
INCLUDED
- INCLUSIONS:
- Boat rides between all islands
- Tour on day 2 and day 3
- 3 nights of accommodation in a private cabin or room with a shared bathroom (depending on availabilities)
- 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- Activities per description
- Snorkel masks during tours
- Island Taxes
NOT INCLUDED
- EXCLUSIONS:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if you want the transportation service please select the option during checkout)
- Kuna Entrance Fee ($22 for Internationals, $7 for Panamanian residents)
- Drinks
- SUP board, kayak rentals
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.