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San Blas Island Hopping Tour with New Exclusive Paradise Island
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San Blas Island Hopping Tour with New Exclusive Paradise Island

By Tao Travel 365 - Panama
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Discover an exclusive and newly opened paradise San Blas island with us. Our tour visits one of the most beautiful islands in San Blas, only available and accessible with our tour. Explore pristine white sand beaches, plunge into crystal-clear turquoise waters, and find the warm hospitality of the Guna people. With only a handful of the 365 islands inhabited, you'll enjoy a rare chance to discover one untouched island, one beautiful inhabited island and the famous Natural Pool.
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Ages 0-99, max of 14 per group
Duration: 14h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English, Spanish
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  • Shared roundtrip transfer from your hotel in Panama City to Port of Carti
  • Shared boat/lancha transportation all day
  • Shared Snorkel Equipment (snorkel and mask)
  • Tour to Isla Perro, Isla Diablo or Isla Yansailadup or Arena Blanca PLUS the famous Natural Pool
  • One beverage: Bottle of water, soda or beer
  • Island Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fried fish or chicken with rice and salad. Vegetarian options available.
  • Professional guide
  • Entry/Admission - San Blas Islands
  • Entry/Admission - San Blas Islands
What's not included
  • Guna Entrance Fee paid to Border patrol ($22 for Internationals, $7 for Panamanian residents)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • 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 5:45am, and wait in the lobby. Since we have shared transportation with up to 6 guests per car (1 up front, 3 in the middle row, and 2 in the back row), 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 lose your tour without refund. Please note that the car drivers only speak Spanish. 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.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Additional pickup options
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.
      • Avenida Balboa, Av. Balboa, Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 127626P82

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • Most travelers can participate
        • “Tigo” is the cell phone company that has the best reception in San Blas.
        • The use of drones is prohibited in San Blas! Heavy fines are imposed on those who ignore the rules.
        • The boat transfer from the port to the islands may be bumpy with some sea spray. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, please prepare accordingly by bringing appropriate medication. You may also get wet, so please bring some water protection for your luggage and yourself
        • You are welcome to bring a cooler with your own drinks, potable water, snacks and beverages (fruit juice or alcohol). The driver will stop at a supermarket on the way to San Blas in order for you to purchase additional items.
        • Please be prepared for a 2.5 hour car journey each way (1 hour on a highway and about 1.5 hours through the mountains over curvy roads! Please do not leave bad reviews because of the road. We try to warn you ahead of time ;)
        • PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORGINAL PASSPORT. WITHOUT IT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE GUNA TERRITORY AND THE SAN BLAS ISLANDS.
        • In San Blas Islands there are no ATMs, please bring cash. You can buy additional drinks, snacks, souvenirs etc.
        • IMPORTANT SAN BLAS DISCLAIMER - PLEASE READ! While San Blas is a beautiful island archipelago with stunning beaches and clear waters, it also has its downsides, for which we would like to make you aware off. In San Blas only the Kuna population is allowed to work in the territory. The services and infrastructure are not what most of us are used to. Kunas are not very service oriented and can often seem shy or reserved. A stay in San Blas can be compared to a camping vacation that offers minimal comfort, services and amenities. We strongly advise those who have 5 star expectations to think twice before embarking on this adventure. We do have alternative tours in Panama with more high-end services. We really care about our reputation and we want our guests to enjoy their vacation with us. We attempt to be as transparent as possible in order to set guest expectations from the start. We do not own any of the islands and we pride ourselves in providing excellent service during your booking process and attempting to assist you during your San Blas vacation. However, please remember that we cannot guarantee the same excellent service during your stay in San Blas. Please read all the below information well! San Blas is very rustic without the amenities and standards you might be used to from home. Compared to places such as Tahiti and Maldives that are managed by international hotel chains, San Blas has remained autonomous without the influence of outsiders. When visiting San Blas, it should be viewed as a cultural experience where guests visit the paradise islands of the Kunas and respect their traditions and their primitive ways of living. No air condition - None of the islands offer A/C No Wifi - You can buy a prepaid SIM card (Tigo or Digicel), which may or may not have signal. No luxury facilities - Bathrooms may be dirty, sinks may get clogged What seems like trash and clutter around the local huts, are items and tools that Kunas re-use for their daily lives. Please respect the fact that different cultures have different education, perspectives and ways of living and do not expect the cleanliness you may be used to from your home country. All services will all be handled by the indigenous Kuna. While Tao Travel 365 strives to provide the best service possible and train the Kuna in customer management, some of the below services are often out of our control. Car transportation - the ride to San Blas takes 2.5 to 3 hours, with 1.5 hours over slow, curvy roads. For those with motion sickness, please prepare accordingly. The transportation is in a shared 4x4 SUV, with one seat up front, three seats in the middle row and 2 seats in the back row. Seats are assigned randomly. Those who require additional space in the car must purchase an extra seat. Pick up from your lodging is scheduled between 5:00am and 5:30am, but can sometimes be as late as 5:45am depending on the timeliness of other guests that we pick up. Out of respect for all others in the car we ask everyone to wait in the lobby of their building at 5:00am. If you are not at the designated meeting point, the driver will make an effort to locate you, but he cannot delay the transportation by more than 10 minutes. No refunds are awarded to guests who don’t show up on time. Boat transportation - depending on weather and ocean conditions, the 20-40 minute boat ride might be bumpy and wet with ocean spray. Island kitchen - meal are prepared fresh in the local kitchen and usually consist of fried or grilled fish with salad and patacones (fried plantains). Most Kunas DO NOT speak English. Trash is a worldwide problem and unfortunately San Blas has not been spared from the ever increasing issue. During certain tides and ocean and wind conditions plastic trash from throughout the Caribbean ocean accumulates on the beaches of San Blas. While the local Kuna are working hard to collect the constant flood of plastic trash washing up on their beaches, guests will nevertheless find evidence of plastic spread out on the island. Furthermore, Kunas tend to collect certain “trash” and re-use it for their purposes. During the wet months (April - December) or during windless days, all of San Blas experiences sandflies, which are little blood-sucking flies that leave itchy marks. Please ensure to bring insect repellent and prepare to return to Panama City with a few itchy memories. Weather: Panama is located in the Intertropical Convergence Zone, which means that the weather is very unpredictable and is impossible to forecast with accuracy. The weather forecast will usually show rain and thunderstorms for most days of the year, when in reality there are oftentimes beautiful, sunny days in San Blas. Please do not rely on the weather forecast in Panama. Due to the tropical conditions in San Blas rain can occur at any time and we do not offer refunds for rainy days. Travel Emergencies: The San Blas islands are located in a very remote region of Panama. We ask all guests to be responsible for their own well being and to be aware that medical assistance can often not be provided right away. The closest medical facility in San Blas is very basic and can only provide assistance for minor issues. Guests with injuries such as broken bones that require more specialized treatment need to be transported to Panama City. Guests are responsible for all charges arising from a medical emergency, such as boat and car transportation and medical care. We suggest all guests to carry a Travel Insurance to cover emergency expenses. For more information, please visit www.taotravel365.tours/travel-insurance/ We kindly ask our guests to lower their expectation when visiting San Blas and to focus on the beautiful remote paradise that San Blas has remained despite the effects that modern society has caused to them. The Kunas are very gentle and kind people, but can also be somewhat shy at times. When approaching them with a smile and an open heart you will be guaranteed an innocent, happy smile in return. Arriving with the right mindset and expectation usually guarantees an unforgettable experience, where guests are able to focus on the beauties of the islands, beaches, ocean and the people, rather than on the limitations that we mentioned above.
        • We recommend that you bring your personal hygiene items, such as towels, sunscreen, hats, mosquito repellent.
        • Please be advised that San Blas is in the Guna territory, which is an autonomous, Indian zone. The services are very basic. The Gunas will be providing all touristic services, such as meal preparations, car and boat transportations, lodging, and tour guiding. We are proud to be working with this friendly tribe and with each booking we give back to the community, supporting their customs and their traditional way of life. We kindly ask you to respect this beautiful culture and their simple way of life, leaving your expectations behind and learning about their innocent culture.
        • This activity involves entering and exiting boats on swim ladders. Depending on the tide, it may be challenging for some guests to enter and exit boats onto the boat dock, which may be significantly higher than the boat.
        • 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 127626P82

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        • Tao Travel 365 - Panama
          368
          Panama City, Panama
          Joined in March 2019
        • toulaa2025
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          exelent wonderfull time everything.i defenetly recomended
          My husband and i booked a trip to cayo coco. We had a great time.but my huspand had some medical issues , Dr bernardo went about and beond to get him the right medication or our trip would have been cut short. we would have to fly home sooner. The people that work there were amazing frendly helpfull . W thank everyone.We defenetly go back melia jardines del reyis the brach. thank you evryone
          Written February 4, 2025
        • Chris A
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          3.0 of 5 bubbles
          Long trip
          Trip was good but the time it takes to get there is a hindrance. Also we were charged more than my friend who stayed overnight while we just did the day. Also the beach was nice but there was no fish to snorkel. The included lunch was very good.
          Written February 3, 2025
        • HappyTravelerAmy
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Beautiful day tour of a a beautiful place!
          Despite rainy weather, our wonderful Captain worked so hard to ensure we saw many dolphins jumping in the waves. The snorkeling was everyone’s favorite, the highlight of the tour - beautiful coral and fish, so magnificent in colorful! And the Zapatillos island, the marine park was beautiful too though the clouds and rain made it less enjoyable than the rest. One tip- don’t forget to buy your entrance tickets for the marine park online ahead of the tour! We forgot and our Captain kindly and graciously was able to arrange with the entrance staff so we could go on the island. But it is not favored by the staff so an inconvenience, best to purchase ahead of time.
          Written January 25, 2025
        • V7373OSjohns
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour!
          Eduardo is a fantastic guide. He picked us up on time and was very knowledgeable about all aspects of our tour. We highly recommend him for your next visit!
          Written January 22, 2025
        • Sirenashaina
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent Monkey and Sloth tour
          This trip informative about Panama and the animals. We saw 4 different types of monkeys on the tour! Our guides were good about getting us in positions to see them. The sloth sanctuary was wonderful. The only way to see sloths up close.
          Written January 22, 2025
        • sydtayscott
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fun times!
          We did the tour on a Monday morning. We left the hotel around 8am in Panama City. The boat ride was a fun adventure to the waterfall. You will have to walk on rocks to get to the waterfalll. I suggest water shoes to avoid slipping. Also If you have mobility problems this could be an issue. You must step up onto rocks. There are ropes on the wall to hold onto but if you are an elder this could be problematic. Also I suggest don’t bring any large bags. You need something you can strap to you. It is a great photo op and a good time. Next you go to the village. The village is informative and interactive. They will feed you fish and tostones along with fruit. It is delicious. You will also have an opportunity to buy items. On another note they will have you dance with them. Don’t be alarmed. It is fun and a basic two step. It is a nice outing.
          Written January 21, 2025
        • Yogesh N
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Memorable cultural experience.
          We enjoyed the visit to the waterfalls and the Embera people and learned so much about their community and history. Our guide Daniel was very knowledgeable about the Embera and made our visit interesting and memorable! Kudos to Daniel and his assistant David .
          Written January 19, 2025
        • PuenteLago
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          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Horrible experience
          The ground transportation was pretty good but the day was horrible! (Rainy cloudy and cool ) Talking with someone from the isles the weather was horrible the last three days, and Tao did not cancel the day trip, even knowing that. I felt cheated. We did not enjoy at all the experience. I hope nobody buy in advance as me the tour.
          Written January 15, 2025
        • Getaway25412660357
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Recommended Tour
          All activities were great and well chosen. The boat was always on time for pick-up. The boat driver, who was also the guide, was open and friendly. When we didn’t see any sloths in the mangrove forest, we were taken to another spot where some could be seen. However, don’t expect detailed explanations about the animals or activities here. All in all, it was a lovely day with many wonderful impressions.
          Written January 14, 2025
        • bradleysL6007SA
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Good time
          This tour was exactly what was advertised. We saw sloths, starfish and got to snorkel and swim at beautiful beaches. We also stopped for lunch and it was pretty decent. The local guides spoke both English and Spanish well and there was good communication before the trip (Where to meet, what to bring, where to buy the tickets for the island we went too). Overall it was a good experience and we got dropped off at the end right at a dock next to our hotel in bocas. Support local, Make sure to bring cash to tip the guides: it’s their job and they do it well!
          Written January 13, 2025
        • lovisat35
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Lovely experience
          We loves this trip! Everything was amazing, however the communication was probably not the best. A lot of times we didn’t know what was happening or what we should do but besides that everything was great.
          Written January 11, 2025
        • ScottF1732
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          This is a “Must Do” tour when visiting Panamá
          This was an AMAZING DAY & we loved the tour. Most importantly, DON’T be dissuaded by reviews that complain about the drive from the city to the port. Is it long - yes, but you get to see a lot of the countryside/rainforest and it’s an opportunity to talk with your driver Juan was so awesome - we connected the day prior via WhatsApp (make sure to give them your number when you confirm) and really made the day great, also, don’t be dissuaded by the windy road … yes, it’s like a roller coaster at times, but the drivers do this every day & it was fascinating! There is a stop at a gas station before the windy part for restrooms & snacks. The history & info about the Guna people and the Guna Yala was really interesting. The transition to our boat and Guna guide for the day was smooth. The islands were amazing … we stopped on 3 and also at the “Natural Pool” which is a shallow area where people could snorkel, enjoy the super clear water! Time at each island was really well thought out … 1 to 1.5 hrs at each and the meal (fried fish or chicken or I think a veg option) was good. This was an amazing day … just do it!
          Written January 5, 2025
        • Thomas P
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Monkeytastic tour
          Had a great tour last Saturday. Saw 3 different types of monkeys. Saw sloths. Saw Iguanas. Before we got to the canal, we went to a store and had very flavorful fruit.
          Written January 4, 2025
        • Airen C
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
          This was an amazing excursion, a semi private tour averaging between 11-12 hours. Ana Lorena was amazing, knowledgable, and passionate. All of the tour was excellent, but the highlight for my group was swiming in the natural pool within the mangroves. Overall this was an excellent way to explore Colon and the surrounding areas.
          Written December 26, 2024
        • mercedese278
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great experience!
          Nice experience! The water is beautiful and we were able to see the different islands. Even though the trip is long and the roads are very curvy, it is worth it and our driver Javier did a good job.
          Written December 18, 2024
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        Rebeca S
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        Sep 2024 • Friends
        We loved the new island! I have been in San Blas islands before but visited touristy islands! This island is brand new and just opened. The gunas are very welcoming!
        Tao Travel 365 is very communicative, helpfull and replied all of our doubts! 100% reccomended
        Written September 19, 2024
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        We're thrilled you enjoyed the new island and had a positive experience with our team! Thank you for your lovely feedback and recommendation. Safe travels!
        Written September 25, 2024
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