San Blas Islands Tour from Panama City: Visit 2 Islands San Blas: day trip to the islands + visit to the glass viewpoint in Panama
ID: GYG1077503-1654838
Category:
Country: Panama
Duration:
15:00 hours
Description
Explore the paradise-like San Blas Islands on a day tour from Panama City. Visit two islands, snorkel, kayak in crystal clear waters, enjoy lunch, and end at the Mirador de Cristal
Discover the heavenly San Blas Islands on a day tour from Panama City and end the experience with a visit to the impressive Mirador de Cristal.
Your adventure kicks off early with transport from Panama City to the port of San Blas, crossing the mountain range with spectacular rainforest landscapes.
From there, you'll board a speedboat that will take you to the beautiful islands of the San Blas archipelago.
During the tour, you'll visit two paradise islands and a natural pool, surrounded by turquoise waters and white sand beaches. You'll have free time to relax, swim in crystal-clear waters, snorkel among tropical fish, kayak, or unwind under the palm trees.
The Guna Yala indigenous community will welcome you and prepare a typical lunch that includes fish or chicken with rice, coconut, and patacones, a delicious sample of the local cuisine.
Besides enjoying nature, you'll also have the chance to learn about a unique culture where the Guna people preserve their language, traditions, and crafts.
Night experience: Mirador de Cristal
When you get back to Panama City, your experience continues with a visit to the Mirador de Cristal
Walk on impressive glass floors and walls over 500 feet high, enjoy spectacular views of the city's illuminated skyline, and snap incredible photos with the Pacific Ocean in the background.
You can also enjoy interactive exhibits like the 360° Virtual Tour and the Caja de Luces Museum, and finish the experience with a complimentary drink while you gaze at the city lights.
Important:
The tour wraps up at the Mirador de Cristal at around 7:00 pm.
Highlights
- Visit 2 paradise islands in San Blas and a natural pool with turquoise waters.
- Enjoy a beachfront lunch prepared by the Guna community.
- Enjoy free time to swim, snorkel, and kayak in the Caribbean.
- Wrap up the day at the Mirador de Cristal with unique views of Panama City.
- Enjoy a complimentary drink while you gaze at the city's illuminated skyline.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must bring your original passport to enter the Guna Yala region.
The road to San Blas is mountainous and winding; the journey can be uncomfortable for people sensitive to motion sickness.
We recommend bringing a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, and comfortable shoes.
The order of the island visits may vary due to weather conditions.
This activity isn't recommended for pregnant women, people with reduced mobility, or those with heart or back problems.
INCLUDED
- Round-trip transportation from Panama City
- Guna taxes
- Boat ride to 2 paradise islands
- Check out the natural pool with starfish
- Lunch (fish or chicken with rice, coconut, and patacones)
- Snorkel gear
- Shared kayak use
- Chairs and awnings on Isla Diablo
- Entrance to the Mirador de Cristal in Panama City
- Get access to a 360° Virtual Tour of Panama City
- Access to the interactive museum
- A complimentary drink at the Mirador
NOT INCLUDED
- Breakfast
- Extra drinks (besides the complimentary drink at the viewpoint)
- Towels and personal items
- Tips (optional)
- Dinner
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.