Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through the breathtaking San Blas Islands, one of the last untouched tropical paradises on Earth. Stay for 4 days and 3 nights in a rustic beach cabin surrounded by turquoise waters and soft white sands. This tour stands out with a rare visit to the remote Holandeses Cays, an exclusive island atoll that few travelers ever reach. Snorkel vibrant coral reefs, swim in crystal-clear lagoons, and relax in total tranquility away from the crowds. Enjoy freshly prepared meals made with local ingredients, a guided boat tour to nearby islands, and warm Guna hospitality throughout your stay. Whether you’re exploring hidden sandbars or unwinding in a hammock under swaying palms, this is the perfect way to experience the true beauty and culture of San Blas. Yani Island features rustic, private rooms in the main building, you will have two twin beds available. The shared bathrooms are only a few steps away. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER BELOW!!!
If booking with transportation from Panama City: IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED YOUR WHATSAPP NUMBER AND PICK UP INFORMATION (HOTEL NAME & ROOM NUMBER) YOUR TOUR IS NOT CONFIRMED AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK YOU UP. On the day of your tour, please be ready to be picked up from your hotel between 5:00am and 5:30 am, and wait in the lobby. Since we have shared transportation with up to 6 guests per car, our drivers choose the best route to pick up all guests in a timely manner. To avoid any delays we appreciate your cooperation in being on time. If you are not at your designated pick up point (and waiting in the lobby!), you will loose your tour without refund. The driver will try his best in contacting you via WhatsApp. Please understand that the driver cannot wait longer than 10 minutes before continuing to the next pick up destination, in order to provide timely service for all of the other guests. If driving on your own to San Blas: Please contact our office for exact driving directions and instructions. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ONLY 4X4 CARS ARE PERMITTED TO ENTER THE TERRITORY. We have many guests who arrive in a regular SUV (such as Hyundai Tucson or similar), but are not allowed to enter, because the SUV is not a 4x4 and is considered too small or not suitable for the treacherous roads.
San Blas Islands 4D/3N Trip with Holandeses Cays & Boat Tour lasts about 4 days.
Prices start at $469 per person for this San Blas Islands experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 6 days before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. If booking with transportation from Panama City: IF YOU HAVE NOT PROVIDED YOUR WHATSAPP NUMBER AND PICK UP INFORMATION (HOTEL NAME & ROOM NUMBER) YOUR TOUR IS NOT CONFIRMED AND WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PICK YOU UP. On the day of your tour, please be ready to be picked up from your hotel between 5:00am and 5:30 am, and wait in the lobby. Since we have shared transportation with up to 6 guests per car, our drivers choose the best route to pick up all guests in a timely manner. To avoid any delays we appreciate your cooperation in being on time. If you are not at your designated pick up point (and waiting in the lobby!), you will loose your tour without refund. The driver will try his best in contacting you via WhatsApp. Please understand that the driver cannot wait longer than 10 minutes before continuing to the next pick up destination, in order to provide timely service for all of the other guests. If driving on your own to San Blas: Please contact our office for exact driving directions and instructions. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ONLY 4X4 CARS ARE PERMITTED TO ENTER THE TERRITORY. We have many guests who arrive in a regular SUV (such as Hyundai Tucson or similar), but are not allowed to enter, because the SUV is not a 4x4 and is considered too small or not suitable for the treacherous roads. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyGu9XUB2k69YttMPopj7kRg=.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
⚠️ IMPORTANT – YANSAILADUP ISLAND & SAN BLAS DISCLAIMER – PLEASE READ San Blas is one of the most beautiful and untouched island paradises in the world — turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and the unique culture of the Kuna people. Yansailadup Island is no exception, offering an authentic and serene experience. At the same time, these islands are very rustic. Think of your visit as a cultural adventure or tropical island camping trip rather than a luxury holiday. ➡️ If you expect 5-star comfort, we recommend exploring our other tours in Panama. ✅ If you come with an open mind, you’ll discover a unique, once-in-a-lifetime experience far from mass tourism. Our Service vs. Local Service We provide excellent service during your booking process and will assist you before and during your trip. We do not own or operate the islands. Once you arrive, all services are provided by the Yansailadup Island family, and quality may differ from what you’re used to. Service may feel slow or unorganized — part of the authentic San Blas experience. Arrival at the Port: Please be patient as we wait for all guests to arrive and complete the entry list. Once everyone is accounted for, your journey to Yansailadup Island begins with the host family. ️ What to Expect on Yansailadup Island Accommodation No A/C; limited electricity (6:00 pm–6:00 am). No WiFi (local SIM may work, not guaranteed). Bathrooms are basic & shared; showers may have slight salt content. Water is precious; supply may be limited. Beds and sheets may be worn or uncomfortable. What looks like “clutter” is often reused items by Kuna families — please respect their way of life. ️ Meals & Dining Meals freshly prepared by the host family. Simple dishes: fish or chicken, rice, salad, patacones. Vegetarian options may be accommodated, but no dedicated vegetarian menu. Additional food, drinks, and snacks can be purchased before departure. Transportation Car ride: 2.5–3 hrs from Panama City on curvy mountain roads; shared 4x4 SUVs (6 passengers). Extra seat = extra cost. Pick-up: 5:00–5:30 am — drivers cannot wait more than 10 minutes. Port check-in: may feel busy or informal, but the Kuna maintain an organized system. Boat ride: 20–40 min; can be bumpy and wet. Boat transfers may stop at other islands, offering a glimpse of authentic Kuna island life. Tours & Activities Tours are not guided, and not all host family members speak English. Open communication and collaboration with the family is encouraged. Snorkeling and other activities may be canceled in the event of rain or strong winds. Guests will be informed of changes during their stay. Nature & Environment Ocean currents may bring plastic debris; the Kuna clean regularly. Garbage may wash ashore despite cleaning efforts — guest cooperation is appreciated. Sandflies common during rainy/windless season (April–Dec) → bring insect repellent. Weather is unpredictable — rain is possible anytime (no refunds for rain). Health & Safety Very limited medical care on the islands. Serious issues require evacuation to Panama City (guest covers cost). Final Note Yansailadup Island is not luxury — it’s about disconnecting, embracing a unique culture, and enjoying paradise. Come with patience, flexibility, and respect. The Kuna may be reserved, but they are kind and welcoming. With the right mindset, you’ll leave with unforgettable memories. If you have questions, suggestions, or concerns during your stay, communicate them immediately — this helps us assist you and improve your experience in real time.
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We loved our stay on this beautiful island. Centrally located we took the boat to different islands to snorkel and swim. The tour to Holandeses was spectacular! Highly recommend this trip and the agency who meticulously arranged our stay.
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay on our beautiful island and that our agency could help make it memorable. We hope to welcome you back soon!
We booked the 3 night package to thoroughly enjoy the islands. Last year we visited San Blas with a day tour and felt it was not enough time in the islands. We are so glad having booked this island. Everyone was so welcoming and warm-hearted. Loved the generous meals and the serenity of this place. The tours were a great experience, visiting the remote atoll of the Holandeses Cays with pristine islands. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!
We are so glad that you had a great experience with us and that you were able to enjoy the islands thoroughly. San Blas will be waiting for you on your next visit to Panama :)
Paradise Vacation My husband and I spent 3 nights on a beautiful San Blas island. We really enjoyed this little paradise as it is an experience you won’t get anywhere else. Facilities are very basic and the Kunas live very simple, sleeping in hammocks and catching fresh fish in their tree canoes. If you are looking to get away from busy civilization to unwind and soak in the tropical sun, swimming in a clear ocean, this is the trip for you! The tour to Cayos Holandeses was another step up fro the paradise we found on our island. The ocean looks like a postcard picture and the atmosphere is indescribable. We felt 3 nights were not enough for us and we hope to be back one day to stay longer.
We were duped by TAO TRAVEL. Despite the rain forecast for the whole week we were shipped the same, never stopping the rain, the island Yaniladup where we were housed, although it was precarious (as we knew), lacked all cleaning, the cabin for three (we hired private) was shared in a kind of "military stable", without light, the sheets smelling of body and one smelling of urine, the wooden floor totally dirty. Bathrooms did not have a waste disposal container, so they always had residue from previous occupants. The showers without doors did not have cops to be opened. Bathroom baskets full to the top.The dining tables with grime from years!. Smells everywhere. The inedible food. These packages should not be sold.
We enjoyed one of the most memorable experiences of our lives here.San Blas is one of the last. Real hidden paradise gems that is still authentic to its culture and traditions.Tao Travel has been amazing throughout the booking process and extremely professional and responsive.Overall 5*
Dear Irene, we are happy you enjoyed your stay in San Blas. We strive to provide the best service possible for our guests and give them unforgettable experiences. Thank you again for trusting in our service and we look forward to hearing from you again when you return to Panama.
Our trip started ominously with six passengers plus the driver crammed into an SUV with no room for luggage. The driver put our duffle bags on the roof so of course it rained and our bags and contents got soaked. If they had limited the ride to five passengers, our luggage would have fit inside and there would not have been a problem. Don’t get me wrong, the San Blas islands are beautiful, especially as you cruise through them by boat. The islands themselves, however, are a different story entirely. We spent three nights on Yani island, which like most of the San Blas islands is overbuilt and underprotected. Scientists predict that the San Blas islands will entirely disappear in the next few decades due to erosion, exacerbated by climate change and poor environmental management. Yani, at about two acres may be one of the first. Honestly, as I looked out over the sea of tents, I imagined I was looking at a homeless encampment in an overtrodden city park in California. Forget the romance of a deserted island the advertising would like you to believe. We stayed in a private room. The walls of this room were only seven feet high, above which there was an open space connecting all of the rooms in the building. Really, it was more of a stall than a room. Our stall was tiny and contained nothing more than a bed. The sheets were old and ripped and constantly came off from the corners. Since there was no mattress pad, this meant that our bare flesh often encountered the bare mattress and I seriously doubt the mattresses are ever cleaned. On top of that, we never observed the staff changing the sheets upon arrival of new guests every one to three nights. They never sweep out from underneath the beds, either. Outside the room, there was no place at all to sit. Only two very cheap hammocks, one of which was broken. The bathroom facilities were gross. Only one of the toilets across the three stalls actually flushed properly. The trash bins were constantly overflowing with used toilet paper. The two working showers were nothing more than bare pipes feeding smelly water by gravity from a cistern full of seawater stewing in the tropical sun. Why not collect rainwater from off the roofs? Meals were generally okay, but portions small. I recommend bringing snack food if you have a healthy appetite. The write up for this tour advertised two daytime excursions. One to a remote island no longer happens because the resident family no longer accepts tourists, but this tour still appears in the online writeup. The one daytime excursion that was available lasted only two hours, which means we barely left Yani island at all in 3+ days. As a result, we felt that one or two nights rather than three would have been sufficient. I’m scratching my head as to what makes up the cost of this tour. Transportation I can understand but the accommodations are worth little and the food is locally caught (fish) and sourced (plantains) and can’t cost much to prepare. I conclude that somebody is making a lot of money without caring to improve the living standards of their guests, I expected rustic, not neglect.
Hi Carl, thank you for your constructive feedback. I would like to respond to some of your comments to give you more insight. Firstly, we clearly state in our listing a disclaimer which, when read beforehand, would have prepared you better for San Blas or you could have canceled the booking to do another tour around Panama. We try to manage our guest expectation with this disclaimer, as San Blas does not have the standards and amenities most are used to from home. - We clearly state that transportation is shared in a large SUV with 6 seats (one up front, three in the middle row, and two in the back row). Those who wish to have more room can either purchase another space or book a private transport, which we can help to arrange. Unfortunately, all transportation (and prices) is regulated by the Kuna government. - We post a thorough disclaimer about San Blas in all of our listings as mentioned above. This disclaimer talks about the basic amenities in San Blas, about the beds, showers, meals, etc. San Blas is very remote and fully managed by the Kunas (prices, cabin management, food etc). While we continually attempt to educate the Kunas about improving their services it is mostly futile. As we take all of our guest feedback very seriously, we will also follow up with the island and share your feedback with them. - The water used for showers is fresh water, filtered through coconut trees, and pumped from a well of to the bathroom. Again, it may feel and smell differently as the water you are used to from home or from a Hilton hotel. This is how the Kunas have been living for Centuries and they are proud to maintain their traditions, continuing to live very simple, yet very happy. When traveling to San Blas we invite everyone to come with an open mind and accept different standards, which is the essence of traveling and experiencing new cultures. - We feel that our prices are some of the most reasonable when compared to other tours and cabins in San Blas. taking into account roundtrip transportation to the island (both car and boat), meals, staff, etc... Thank you again for your feedback and we will do our utmost to keep improving our guest experience.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Blas Islands 4D/3N Trip with Holandeses Cays & Boat Tour | 4 days | 4.0 (7) | $469 | |
 2 DAYS 2 NIGHTS All-Inclusive San Blas Islands on SAILBOAT | 3 days | 4.6 (22) | $700 | View |
 ALL INCLUSIVE San Blas Islands Day Tour on Sailboat | 12–14 hours | 4.6 (17) | $240 | View |
 San Blas ALL INCLUSIVE Sailing Charter - 2 Day/2 Night | 3 days | 4.0 (4) | $559 | View |
 Full Day 4 Amazing Spots in San Blas Cultural and Beach | 7 hours | 3.8 (9) | $99 | View |
 San Blas Islands - 2D/1N Private Beach Cabin + Meals + Boat Tour | 2 days | — | $174 | View |