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Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $63 / person
- Location
- Panama City, Panama
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 181 reviews
- Languages
- PT, EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Safe Transportation Panama
Description
Welcome to an unforgettable adventure! An experience like no other, awesome blend of kayaking and native culture in the stunning rainforest of Panama. A day filled with adventure and cultural immersion that does not require previous expericence in kayaking. This is more than just a tour; it's a chance to create lasting memories in the heart of the jungle of Panama!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 30
- Adult (ages 13–55)
- $63
- Child (ages 7–12)
- $61
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $70.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Welcome to an experience like no other in Panama, awesome blend of kayaking and culture in the stunning rainforest of the Chagres river. This adventure begins with the ease of pick-up from your accommodation in downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo. After a 50-minute van ride, you'll find yourself at the shore of the Chagres River. A canoe will take us to a higher point for our kayaking adventure. As you glide along the river, the stream will assist you so this adventure is suitable for participants without previous kayaking experience and safe for non-swimmers, minimum age for the kayaking is 12 years old.
Chagres National Park
After the kayaking, we'll make our way back to continue our journey down the river until a village of the Embera tribe. There, you'll have traditional lunch and have the opportunity to change to dry clothes in the available bathrooms before exploring their beautiful handicrafts and participating in a chat about the Embera culture with one of their leaders. After a day of adventure and cultural immersion, a canoe will take us back to the van, then relax and rest as we return to your accommodation. Recomendations: Wear water shoes or sport shoes with good grip that you don't mind if get wet. Bring sunscreen. Mosquito repellent is not required. You can swim in the river with clothes or you could bring a swimsuit under clothes because there is no place to change during the kayaking. Bring cash in case you want to buy souvenirs.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Kayaks and lifevest provided
Fried fish, plantains or cassava and fruits in season
Certified Guide (Spanish, English)
Pick up from stays in downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo
Not included
Embera handicrafts (souvenirs)
Embera Community and Chagres National Park entry tax should be paid cash to the guide upon pick up (USD $35 per person).
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up included from the entrance of all building, hotels or accommodations in downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo. Transportation from Playa Bonita is available for Private Tours only for an extra cost of USD $30 per group to be paid cash upon pick up. Pick up time for Small Group Tour will be from 8AM to 8:30AM, exact pick up time will be informed by email the night before the tour after 8:30 PM. Embera Community and Chagres National Park entry tax should be paid cash to the guide upon pick up (USD $35 per person).
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
181 reviews
How it compares in Panama City
- Rated higher than 80% of 288 reviewed tours in Panama City
- No. 40 by number of reviews among 859 tours in Panama City
- Starting price $63 is 62% below the typical $165 for tours of similar length in Panama City
- Price over the last 27 days: $63–$72
- Today’s price is the lowest in that period
Excurgo comparison of 859 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The travel time is included with the Total Duration
- Embera Community and Chagres National Park entry tax should be paid cash to the guide upon pick up (USD $35 per person).
- You can swim at the river with clothes or you could bring a swimsuit under clothes because there is no place to change during the kayaking
- We recommend wearing water shoes or sport shoes with good grip that you don't mind if get wet.
- Mosquito repellent is not required. Bring sunscreen and a hat
- Bring an extra change of dry clothes for the trip back to your accommodation
- Bring cash in case you want to buy souvenirs or have a temporary tattoo
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 Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village take?
Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village cost?
Prices start at $63 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 $70. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village cost for children?
Children aged 7–12 pay from $61, adults from $63.
Can I cancel Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village 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. Pick up included from the entrance of all building, hotels or accommodations in downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo. Transportation from Playa Bonita is available for Private Tours only for an extra cost of USD $30 per group to be paid cash upon pick up. Pick up time for Small Group Tour will be from 8AM to 8:30AM, exact pick up time will be informed by email the night before the tour after 8:30 PM. Embera Community and Chagres National Park entry tax should be paid cash to the guide upon pick up (USD $35 per person). Pickup points include Hotel Parador Panama City, YOO Panama.
What languages is Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village offered in?
The experience is available in PT, EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Full Rainforest Experience: Kayaking and Embera village worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 181 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Safe Transportation Panama.
Reviews(181)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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