SAIL SAN BLAS ON A LAGOON 55 CATAMARAN

Spending your San Blas vacation on this Lagoon 55 will undoubtedly be a great decision ensuring you and your family the time of your life. The catamaran is spacious and well maintained and the Spanish Captain and her crew are exceptionally driven to please their guests. Spend your days filled with action such as snorkeling, exploring the islands and meeting the resident Kuna population, kayaking, stand-up-paddling or fishing. Or choose to let yourself be pampered with delicious meals, snacks and fresh fruit, while lazily dreaming away in a hammock. The possibilities are endless and we are certain you will return from San Blas with a shiny smile and memories that will a lifetime.

ABOUT THE CAPTAIN & CREW

Elena is the lovely Captain of this beautiful catamaran. She has over 7 years of experience sailing the archipelago of San Blas and she will be happy to show her guests the best islands with the most beautiful snorkel spots. She also knows many Kunas and will love to introduce you to her indigenous friends and tell you about their traditions and history.  Elena speaks German, English, Spanish and a little bit of Kuna (the language of the indigenous people of San Blas).

Your hostess and chef is Lea, who has spent the last two years chartering boats and serving her guests delicious meals. Before her life at sea, Lea worked in the gastronomy field, where she learned all the tricks of her trade, including how to prepare delicious cocktails. She speaks German, English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

Nali, the 4-legged sailor is an exceptional pit bull dog with 6 years of experience at sea. He loves to swim and run. He will keep watch over the boat. He is also very famous on Instagram and maybe he will ask you to take a photo with him.

ABOUT THE BOAT

Built in 1992, this Lagoon 55 was completely renovated in 2021. It has three cabins with double beds and a cabin with two bunk beds. Each cabin has its own private bathroom with shower. The boat has a spacious lounge and kitchen. The deck is very spacious to enjoy the outdoors and the nets invite you to relax with good views. The cockpit is spacious and has a large table for 10 people.

The boat also has a new 12-foot dinghy with a 15 horse power outboard. There is plenty of water sports equipment on board such as waterski, snorkel, fishing gear, paddle surf and inflatables.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Sailing in the San Blas Islands
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner & snacks)
• Drinks (rum, beer, wine & non-alcoholic)
• Water toys (SUP, water ski, snorkel equipment, fishing gear)
• Towels, sheets, toiletries,
• Captain & Crew
• Dinghy transportation
• Island taxes

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

• Transportation Fees to and from the Boat
• Entrance Fees and Taxes to the Kuna Yala territory
• Personal expenses and tips
• Optional Liability Insurance
• A selection of meals and drinks outside of the ones included on board

WHAT TO BRING

• Passport or Cedula for Kuna Yala border crossing
• Comfortable and adequate clothing to protect yourself from the sun and thus avoid the use of sunscreen. Creams (even biodegradable ones) are polluting and for that reason we do not promote their use
• Swimwear
• Sun glasses
• Towel
• Camera
• Cap or hat
• Cash for tips and souvenirs

Sailboat Charter Disclaimer - Please read before booking

A vacation on a sailboat charter can be the experience of a lifetime and give you unforgettable memories. In order to properly prepare you for your trip and align expectations, please take some time to read each point below. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any of them, we will gladly answer any of them.

1. All Sailboat Charters in San Blas are hosted on privately owned sailboats. Please be aware that the Captain and crew will be welcoming you into their home and that they will share their island lifestyle with you.
2. A sailboat charter is not a hotel resort experience that has waiters and staff. Please be respectful towards the Captain and his Crew.
3. Always follow Captain’s orders! For your safety and the safety of the boat, please adhere to the instructions of the Captain and Crew.
4. Fresh Water - Sailboats carry only a limited amount of fresh water with them. Please be aware of your water consumption when taking showers.
5. Bathrooms - Sailboat bathrooms have marine toilets that function differently than the toilets you are used to from home. Please follow the instructions given by the Captain on how to use them and DO NOT flush any paper into the toilet.
6. Wifi and Cell-phone coverage - The islands of San Blas are located in a remote area. While some islands may receive cell phone signal, others may not have any. Cell phone signal even in the “good coverage” areas can often be unreliable. If you need to stay connected, please inform us and your Captain in order for us to plan the itinerary accordingly. We recommend that you purchase pre-paid phone cards with Tigo and Digicel, which will provide you with the necessary wifi and cell coverage.
7. Dietary Restrictions - Please inform us as soon as possible, if you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies. Sailboat charters generally serve lots of fresh seafood.
8. Luggage - Sailboats have limited space available and cabins are generally very small. Please pack lightly and avoid bringing rigid suitcases. You won’t need much in San Blas. If you travel with lots of luggage, most hotels in Panama City will gladly store it until you return from your trip.
9. What to bring - bathing suits, bio degradable sunscreen, insect repellant, hat, sunglasses, extra cash for souvenirs.
10. Sailboat itinerary - We suggest a minimum of 3 nights for each sailboat charter in order to explore different islands and areas. We recommend to book 4 nights, if you would like to visit the remote Holandes Cays. Itineraries ultimately depend on weather and ocean conditions and are determined by the Captain.
11. Transportation to the sailboat - We will arrange your roundtrip transportation, which is in a shared 4x4 SUV (one guest up front, three guests in the middle row and two guests in the back row) and a shared Lancha boat. 

1. • Car transportation - the ride to San Blas takes 2.5 to 3 hours, with 1.5 hours over slow, curvy roads with potholes. For those with motion sickness, please prepare accordingly
   • Boat transportation - depending on weather and ocean conditions, the 30-45 minute boat ride might be bumpy and wet with ocean spray. Lanchas are very basic speedboats and operated by Kunas. Do not expect any luxury transportation.

We kindly ask our guests to visit San Blas with an open mind and to focus on the beautiful paradise that San Blas has remained despite the effects that modern society. The Kunas are very gentle and kind people, but can also be somewhat shy at times. When approaching them with a smile and an open heart you will be guaranteed an innocent, happy smile in return.