San Blas Island-Hopping : Full-Day Adventure from Panama City
Description
Join one of the most-loved San Blas day tours and see why travelers rave about it. From the moment you step onto the boat, you'll explore four unique attractions, enjoy warm Caribbean waters, and soak up the tropical sun. Snorkeling gear, lunch, and transportation from Panama City are all included for a smooth, stress-free experience.
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Itinerary
The Journey from the city to san blas is about 2.5 hours. We will begin our trip at 5AM. Pickup times are from 5 - 5:20AM. Please make sure to be ready and waiting at the lobby of your building. Our drivers will contact you the night before and in the morning as they are arriving. Keep in mind sometimes there can be delays if customers make us wait and are not ready. For the reason we urge all customers to be up and ready at 5AM.
During our Trip you will visit 4 Locations / Islands (subject to availability) We will begin our trip at 5AM. Pickup times are from 5 - 5:20AM. We will arrive to el Puerto de Carti between 8:30-9AM depending on traffic.
We will depart from the port and arrive at our first island around 9:30-10AM. This Island is called Yanis and offers a great areas to snorkel, volleyball, go exploring around the island or simply enjoy the beach. Around 11:45 we will eat lunch.
After lunch Around 12:45 we will depart to visit a natural pool / star fish ( subject to availability). Keep in mind it's not a guarantee that on the day of your trip you will se star fishes. We do our best to find them but sometimes they migrate over night to other locations.
Around 1:30 we will arrive to Perro Chico Island where you can enjoy snorkeling around a sunken ship or relax on the beach.
Lastly around 2:30 PM we will cross over from Perro Chico Island to Perro Grande Island which will be our last spot before heading back to the port. On Misdub Island you can enjoy the beaches, pina coladas and volleyball. You can also wonder off and explore the island and enjoy some time alone to relax.
We will arrive back at the Puerto de Carti 4 -4:30PM and begin our departure back to Panama City, Panama.
We typically arrive around 7PM to the city but it can be earlier or later depending on traffic. The drive back to panama city is about 2.5 hours. It can vary depending on traffic please keep this in mind.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up all customers. It's included in our price. Please provide your exact pickup location while booking. That includes the building or PH name. If possible provide a google maps link of your pickup location.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your Can Bring Your Drinks Own (Juice, Soda, & Alcohol)
- A Good Adventurous Attitude
- Cash (No ATMs available on islands)
- Bring Sunglasses, Hats, Sun Screen & Aloe Vera Cream
- Original Passports (No Photo Copies!)
Reviews(54)
There is no electrical grid on the small islands, since the energy comes solely from generators that are turned on for a few hours at night. Make sure to charge your phones, e-readers, and cameras to the maximum at the hotel in Panama, and bring at least two external batteries. It would be a shame to run out of battery in the middle of such a landscape. 🌴✨
If your life depends on double-checking work emails every five minutes, please stay away from these islands 🤣. There is absolutely zero signal, and you know what? It was the greatest gift ever. My battery lasted for days because the only thing I was capturing was the sunset over the horizon. An absolute paradise for anyone looking to go missing from civilization for a weekend
Beyond the postcard beaches, we chose the option to spend a night in a real Guna community. It was an incredible human experience to see their way of life, learn the history of their traditions, and buy molas (textile art) directly from the artisans. The daily transfers by boat require a spirit of adaptation, but the authenticity is well worth it.
I enjoyed the island hopping, having a delicious lunch and experiencing the different vibes of each island. The people managing the boats were lovely and helpful. The San Blas islands were stunning!. Now for the organizing- we waited close to 30 minutes waiting for hotel pick up w no communication. The organizers used WhatsApp the night before to confirm the trip. So, a text,or call would have been appreciated. Secondly, I asked for a English tour guide. The group only spoke Spanish. Thankfully, I know enough Spanish to navigate conversation, but that was a little disappointing. Lastly returning home, their were 4 workers, dropped off and we were the last stop. For a 3 hour ride it made for a longer journey. Nonetheless, it was a beautiful day in spite of the misteps, oversight and opportunities for improvement.
We were with the Catamaran Anai. And it was to experience, André and Andréia are the best in what they do, I confess to speak Portuguese was gold. We gained two friends for life, SAN Blas is a dream. It was a natural ebo amei!
Muito obrigado por esse comentário tão lindo e cheio de energia positiva! Ficamos imensamente felizes em saber que a sua experiência a bordo do Catamarã Anai com o André e a Andréia foi perfeita. Eles realmente são fantásticos no que fazem, e sabemos o quanto faz a diferença e traz conforto poder falar o próprio idioma em um lugar tão especial. Que privilégio saber que, além de uma viagem inesquecível, você ganhou amigos para a vida inteira! San Blas é realmente um sonho e uma verdadeira renovação natural de energias. Esperamos de coração receber você de volta em breve para mais momentos mágicos como esse no nosso paraíso! 🏝️ Sea San Blas 🏝️
Simply amazing, everything went very smooth and organized. Driver was very good and responsible while driving with all the guests in the car. The tour guide person was exceptional and knowledgeable with información provided and organizing the group in and out of the different islands. I highly recommend to work with company. Tour was all Spanish but for those who don't understand it, just use a Google translate and you will be just fine. At the end of the day, it's about experiencing the islands, the people, the culture etc.
Thank you so much for this amazing review! We are thrilled to hear that everything went smoothly and was well-organized for you from start to finish. It is fantastic to know that your driver provided a safe and responsible ride for everyone, and that your tour guide was exceptional, knowledgeable, and kept the group perfectly organized throughout the island hopping. We also really appreciate your excellent tip for future international travelers—embracing the experience through Google Translate is a wonderful way to connect with the local culture, the beautiful islands, and the Guna people! Thank you for highly recommending our company. It was an absolute pleasure having you, and we cannot wait to welcome you back to paradise on your next trip to Panama! 🏝️ Sea San Blas 🏝️
A very beautiful experience... you feel an instant peace upon arriving here that is hard to explain; you have to come to understand it 😍.
¡Qué palabras tan hermosas! Nos alegra en el alma saber que sentiste esa paz instantánea tan especial que caracteriza a San Blas. Tienes toda la razón: la magia de estas islas, el sonido del mar y la desconexão total forman una experiencia que no se puede explicar con palabras, ¡hay que vivirla para entenderla! 😍 Muchísimas gracias por compartir tu experiencia con nosotros. Fue un verdadero placer acompañarte y esperamos que esa tranquilidad te acompañe por mucho tiempo. ¡Aquí te esperaremos siempre que necesites reconectarte con el paraíso! 🏝️ Sea San Blas 🏝️
This was one of the best experiences ever! Everyone is so attentive and kind. The waters are breathtaking! This experience was a 10/10 for my sister and I!
The 4x4 transport arrived on time at the hotel and the driver drove very well through the mountains. Everything was excellent.
What started as a group of quiet strangers in the 4x4 ended up being a very fun trip thanks to the boat captains. They played local, Caribbean music and a bit of everything while we jumped over the waves towards the Islands. The atmosphere became so good that we ended up playing beach volleyball all together at Perro Grande. I loved that the agency helped us connect with each other, and we had an excellent time! Incredible people!
