Private Day tour in San Blas Islands

Panama City, Panama

13 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Make the most of a short time in Panama with this private full-day trip to the San Blas Islands. Travel in comfort and without the hassle of sharing with strangers, as you’ll be transported by private car and boat. Visit three beautiful islands, where you can swim, snorkel, kayak, and more. Indulge in a delicious lobster lunch at an extra cost.

Customize this private tour to suit your needs
Snorkeling, kayaking, and other active gear is included
Experience some of Panama’s most beautiful islands
Transfers from Panama City will be provided

What's Included

Private Car only for your group.
Private Boat from 1 people in advance. You can choose your time in each island.
1 Drink (Soda, beer or bottled water)
Snorkel Mask
Visit to 3 Islands (Wailidub, Perro Chico and Natural Swimming pool)
Life jacket
Umbrella, beach chair and towels.
Kayaks and paddel board to share.

Entry fee to San Blas Islands $20USDpp
Fees to the islands to visit in cash $3USD per people
Lobster lunch (+$20USD)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Start time

05:20 AM

Pickup details

We pick up in all hotels in Panama city, outside the city it will have an additional charge depending of the quantity of people. You just write in comments your hotel and room number.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Most travelers can participate
The car will make a stop in a minisuper, so you can buy snacks, drinks, ice, desserts, fruits and everything you want to take to San Blas. Its is a long drive 2.5 hours way in and 2.5 way back, then 40minutes in boat. Total time in Islands around 5hours.
Please notice San Blas is an Indian protected zone. All the services are basic and rustic, only kuna people are in charge of all tourist’s services such as food, ground and water transportation, lodging, etc. Please take this into consideration, the services are not as in the city, the waiting time can be long, and kunas are more informal. We have provided hospitality train to them, but they are still working on it, their culture is different, they are never in a rush, this is part of the adventure to San Blas.
Day tour return is at 3:30PM. You will arrive in Panama City between 6:30PM and 7:00PM.
We recommend you bring your personal hygiene items, towels, sunscreen, mosquito repellent. You can bring a cooler with your own drinks, potable water, snacks and beverages (fruit juice or alcohol) you can by on site or bring it yourself. The driver will make a stop in a super market where you can buy a disposable cooler, ice etc. In San Blas Islands there are no ATMs, only cash in received. You can buy drinks there, snacks, souvenirs etc.“+Movil” and “Digicel” are the cell phone companies which works in San Blas Islands. There is no power electricity in the huts, only light.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Featured review

LAVINIA_S

It was downright stunning! We had a great time and you did a good job preparing us for what was in store. Our tour team was friendly and helpful. My only issue, and this is minor, is if you have customers who are senior citizens, it's a bit hard to get in and out of the boat. Our tour team was very helpful ensuring my parents had support getting in and out, but it was difficult. Regardless, I can't wait to go again! It was magical!

Reviews

4.5

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The best tour we have taken.

George_S, Apr 2024

The private San Blas tour was epic. We were picked up at our apartment by a private driver. He did a great job of getting ahead of the other tours for an early start and left the gas station as soon as we finished eating to get us there sooner. Once we got to the port we had our own boat, guide, captain and first mate. It was great. We were 5 people. We were alone on our first island for about an hour before others arrived. Eddie brought fresh pineapples for our family and brought our drinks to where we sat swam and snorkeled. The natural pool was pretty cool. A perfectly white sandbar about 2-4 feet deep surrounded by deeper water. Again - only ones there and stayed until we wanted to go. We went to have lunch. That food was OK. I had bones in my fish fillet, the whole fish by brother got was better and interestingly I think the chicken was the best meal. That island was cool with a sunken ship. Last we went to pelican island and relaxed in hammocks in the water and on the beach. The crew shared drinks with us and taught us what they could about their culture and even some of their words. I felt both immersed in their culture while having a first class experience. Seeing other boats with 10-15 people on them this is the way to go for sure.

Response from Host, Apr 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of your private San Blas tour! We're thrilled to hear that your experience was nothing short of epic. It sounds like your private driver, Eddie, and the rest of the crew went above and beyond to ensure you had a memorable adventure, from enjoying the solitude of the islands to indulging in local flavors and learning about the local culture. We appreciate your kind words and are glad that the private setup provided a more personal and enjoyable experience compared to the larger group tours. We look forward to welcoming you back on another adventure soon!

Excellent!

LAVINIA_S, Aug 2023

Lunch was bad. Coordination of your company was not good on the different islands. Boat guys did not speak English.

Nikhil_C, May 2023

Islands were nice. Lunch was not good. Drive was ok. The stop was crowded with lot of people. Bathrooms were bad everywhere.

Response from Host, May 2023

Hello, We are surprised with your rating as in private option you have chosen the time spend in each island. The lunch is the food prepared by local people. Please read about san blas before travelling as you can choose weather or not the trip will fit your type of travel. San blas is an indigenous community and they try their best to serve people, bathrooms in some places are still needed to put water on to, etc.. Our guide speaks basic english, enough to order food and drinks, basic instructions. They are still taking English lessons but it takes time and many practice to improve, Thanks

Top experience

Matteo_B, Mar 2023

Great experience. Very well prepared and good level of service l. Nice people with how have a day of tour.

Highly recommend!

Melanie_B, Jun 2022

A truly amazing experience and highly recommend! The second half of the car ride is extremely bumpy due to torn up roads so be prepared. The guides are amazing and the islands are beautiful. Great snorkeling and great food.

Excellent Value

Michael S, Jun 2019

This private tour is an excellent option to the group tours that are available. You share a 4x4 ride with another couple and then get into your own private boat. You follow the same itinerary, but are not part of a larger group, so you have a bit more flexibility to set your own pace.

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LIGIA_C, Jan 2022

Se você não conhece o Caribe Panamenho não sabe o que está perdendo! Preferi fazer o tour privativo para ter mais liberdade de ficar o tempo que queriamos em cada ilha e valeu muito a pena. Tanto o carro quanto o barco foram reservados somente para nossa família. Todo o passeio é feito pelos indios Kunas (Gunas) que administram o território. Nosso motorista Tote nos deu uma aula de história sobre os indios e o seu território, foi excelente e a equipe do guia Arsênio e o capitao e marinheiro do nosso barco foi muito educados e nos ajudaram muito! Super recomendo!! As ilhas foram inesquecíveis!!! Quero voltar!!!