B
Panama
Wonderful experience. Canoe down the river; ate a typical Embera lunch, experience their dancing and culture and purchase a few authentic crafts.
Embera Indigenous Culture Tour
+4 photos
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $175 / person
- Location
- Panama City, Panama
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 21 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 100
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Event Plus Panama, S.A.
- Meeting point
- Meeting point
Description
Hop on a boat and sail to the Embera Indians community in the Chagres River. Visit the community located in the Chagres National Park, take a rainforest tour to a waterfall, admire their homes, dances and customs. Share a traditional indigenous style lunch and do not miss the chance to buy their handicrafts. You should wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes (recommended trekking shoes), swimsuit, towel, a change of clothes and sunscreen.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 12
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $175
- Child (ages 3–11)
- $75
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $350.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Chagres National Park
Chagres National Park Indigenous Comunity Chagres Rainforest Customs & Traditions
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided tour
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick up passengers at most hotels in Panama City. Passengers staying in hotels after the Bridge of the Americas can go to the Megapolis Hotel in Panama City as a meeting point.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
21 reviews
How it compares in Panama City
- Starting price $175 is close to the typical $165 for tours of similar length in Panama City
Excurgo comparison of 857 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Embera Indigenous Culture Tour take?
Embera Indigenous Culture Tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Embera Indigenous Culture Tour cost?
Prices start at $175 per person for this Panama City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $350. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Embera Indigenous Culture Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Embera Indigenous Culture Tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $75, adults from $175. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Embera Indigenous Culture Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick up passengers at most hotels in Panama City. Passengers staying in hotels after the Bridge of the Americas can go to the Megapolis Hotel in Panama City as a meeting point. Pickup points include Hotel Riu Plaza Panama.
What languages is Embera Indigenous Culture Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Embera Indigenous Culture Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Event Plus Panama, S.A..
Reviews(21)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
T
Great adventure, but be prepared for the trek to the waterfall.
Enjoyed the experience and the Embera people are very welcoming. However, the tour description did not include that the trek to the waterfall is strenuous, involves rock climbing and the need for sturdy water shoes. Several people in our group fell in the water, slipped on the rocks, and ruined their shoes.
N
Fantastic trip to Embera village
Fantastic trip. Enjoyed the walk to the waterfalls and the visit to Embera village. Our guide was outstanding! He was kind, knowledgeable and very patient. Would recommend this trip!
C
Must do experience
Loved everything about this tour. A few of the men meet you then board a canoe where they rowed us to the village where you are greeted by the Embera village with beautiful beats with drums and maracas even the children are involved. We then row & hike to a beautiful waterfall. The village performed for us & fed us a delicious meal. This by far was the best tour in Panama.
N
Must do
My tour guide Heavenly was awesome; she picked me up on time and was engaging the entire tour….the Embera people are beautiful and I am grateful that they share their life with us….a “must do”
V
Amazing time!
Had such a great time on this excursion! The guide was very informative from the moment he picked us up he was pointing this out and sharing the history of Panama. The tribe was amazing! They do temporary tattoos and my husband and I both got one. Each family has a table where they sell things that they make. Wish we would have taken more money because they had alot of cool stuff there but we tried to spend a little at every table to help everyone out. Mosquitos were no joke so definitely bring spray! Would definitely do this again!!
M
Good tour. The people...
Good tour. The people were welcoming. It is pretty adventurous to get there as well. Be prepared maybe even water shoes or shoes with grip.
1 people found this helpful
R
A unique experience with...
A unique experience with a small group that made it more personable. We would definitely recommend this tour. Thank you for great experience!
1 people found this helpful
S
Informative and educational
Our guide Enrique was very knowledgeable and funny. He had lots of stories to tell us. Our Emberá guide Eliese was so kind and helpful. We were welcomed by the people, young and old, learned about their history and ways of living. It was a beautiful day experiencing beautiful culture with beautiful people and the national park is worth the visit.
S
Tribesmen
Truly enjoy myself. Learned a lot about the community and the tribe and how hard they work to keep their traditions alive.
Compare similar tours in Panama City
- Lowest price: Embera Indigenous Village & Waterfall Tour with Lunch — $60
- Best rated: 6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe - All Included — 5.0 (120 reviews)
- Shortest: Panama City: Cultural Tour at Embera Indigenous Village — 4–5 hours
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embera Indigenous Culture Tour | 8 hours | 4.7 (21) | $175 | |
 Embera Indigenous Village & Waterfall Tour with Lunch | 6–7 hours | 4.8 (102) | $60 | View |
 Emberá Village Tour in Chagres – Indigenous Culture and Nature | 7 hours | 5.0 (4) | $135 | View |
 6-Hour Culture and Nature Tour in Embera Tribe - All Included | 6 hours | 5.0 (120) | $155 | View |
 Panama City: Cultural Tour at Embera Indigenous Village | 4–5 hours | 4.9 (7) | $120 | View |
 Panama City Emberá Indigenous Village Chagres Waterfall and River | 7 hours | 5.0 (1) | $71 | View |
 Full-Day Embera Village and Culture Tour from Panama City, Panama | 8 hours | 5.0 (11) | $169 | View |
from$175
4.7(21) Free cancellation