TOUR OVERVIEW

We created this San Blas package for those travelers who want to discover San Blas and dive deep into its island paradise. This package consist of 4 days and 3 nights in San Blas, staying on Isla Yansailadup, which in our opinion is one of the most versatile islands, giving its guests ample space, great food, beautiful beaches and ocean activities, such as SUP board rentals.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

1) San Blas Day tour in the Lemon Cays

Visit Isla Yansailadup, the famous Natural Pools, Isla Perro and Isla Chichime (PLEASE NOTE: DUE TO THE CURRENT HEALTH SITUATION AND THE NEW COVID RELATED SAFETY MEASURES IMPLEMENTED IN SAN BLAS, WE CAN ONLY VISIT ISLA YANSAILADUP AND THE NATURAL POOL). For find more details here

2) Excursion to Holandese Cays

One of the highlights in San Blas are the remote Holandese cays, a virgin island atoll that will leave its first-time visitors in awe when approaching the pristine white sand beaches surrounded by incandescent, azure waters. The shallow reefs with its colorful fish invite you to snorkel, the friendly Kuna family living on the island will give you a tour and explain about their culture and way of life, and the ever present reflection of the white sand beckons for you to lay down in the shade of the swaying palm trees. The one hour boat ride to this island chain is not for the faint of heart. Sometimes, due to wind and ocean conditions it may get bumpy and wet. However, once you arrive at your destination you will be rewarded with and unforgettable experience.

3) Private room, shared bath on Isla Yansailadup

We love this island and recommend it to our guests for its central location, beautiful beaches, good food and friendly Kuna population. Find more details here

4) Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Breakfast consists of Ojaldre ("Puff pastry"), fresh fruit and coffee

Lunch and dinner consists of fresh fried fish, chicken or mixed seafood accompanied by rice, plantain and salad

5) Roundtrip boat transfer from the Port of Carti to Isla Yansailadup

Please meet our lancha boat in the Port of Barsukun no later than 8:30am. When arriving at the port you will be directed to our lancha boat that is waiting for you.

***Please not that we recommend you select our car shuttle service from Panama City or Playa Bonita (optional at checkout) to ensure you arrive on time.

6) All island taxes and fees

7) Snorkel Mask during tours

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

1) Shared roundtrip Transfer from your lodging in Panama City to Port of Carti 

We recommend you select our shared shuttle service, picking you up from your Panama City and Playa Bonita lodgings between 5:00am and 5:45am. The drive to San Blas takes around 2.5 hours, with the last hour over slow and windy roads. PLEASE PREARE ACCORDINGLY, IF YOU ARE PRONE TO MOTION SICKNESS.

If you plan to drive on your own, please note that only SUVs are allowed into the Guna territory. All other type of cars will be turned around!

2) Kuna Entrance Fee ($22 for Internationals, $7 for Panamanian residents)

When entering the territory everyone has to pay an entrance fee in cash. PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR PASSPORT.

3) Drinks

Drinks can be purchased on the island (i.e. water, soda, wine, beer and rum)

4) Extended departure day lunch

Checkout from your room is at 8am. Guests have the option to return to Panama City or Playa Bonita at 8:30am or to stay on the island until 3:30pm.

If you elect to stay until 3:30pm, lunch is NOT included ($10)

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1:

If choosing our roundtrip shuttle service, our driver will meet you up between 5:00am - 5:45am (shared 4X4 transportation with up to 6 travelers) arriving in Port of San Blas by 9:00am.

9:20am: After a short 20 minute boat ride you will arrive at Isla Yansailadup, checking into your room and changing into bathing suits. Start enjoying the beaches and meet some of the native Gunas.

Spend the rest of the day on Isla Yansailadup and acclimatize to the island life style.

Lunch is served by 12:30pm

Dinner is served after 6pm

Day 2:

Breakfast is served after 7am

After breakfast you will be picked up by our lancha boat, which will take you on a San Blas island tour in the Lemon keys. Visit the famous Isla Perro and snorkel on the sunken shipwreck (CURRENTLY NO OFFERED). Stand waist deep in the Natural Pools and find sea stars.

Lunch is served on Isla Yansailadup by 12:30pm

Continue your tour to Isla Chichime, one of the biggest islands in San Blas and a true island paradise. Stroll around the island and meet the Kuna or sailors who live in this lagoon. (CURRENTLY NO OFFERED)

Dinner is served after 6pm

Day 3:

Breakfast is served after 7am

Spend the morning on Isla Yansailadup, lounge in one of the ocean hammocks or rent a SUP board and paddle around the island.

Lunch is served by 12:30pm

After lunch our panga boat will take you to the Holandese Cays. Prepare for an hour boat ride, which can often be a little rough. We suggest you bring a waterproof bag for your phones and cameras.

Enjoy this virgin paradise!

Return to Isla Yansailadup by 5 pm

Dinner is served after 6pm

Day 4:

Breakfast is served after 7am

Checkout from your room is at 8am. Guests have the option to return to Panama City or Playa Bonita at 8:30am or to stay on the island until 3:30pm.

Guests returning at 8:30 will be back in their lodgings by 11:30am.

Guests returning at 3:30pm will be back in their lodgings by 7:30pm

***Please note that, if you elect to stay until 3:30pm, lunch is NOT included ($10)

WHAT TO BRING

• 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
• Comfortable and safe footwear (sandals or water shoes)
• Swimwear
• Sun glasses
• Towel
• Camera
• Cap or hat
• A reusable bottle to fill with water during the day
• Insect Repellent
• Cash

CANCELATION POLICY

Please read our Tour Cancelation Policy before booking.