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- Pablo SRosario, Argentina6 contributionsOur visit to San Blas aboard the catamaran was simply outstanding. From the moment we arrived, Captain Raf and Chef Pauline welcomed us with genuine warmth, making us feel at home right away. The meals prepared by Pauline were a highlight—fresh, flavorful dishes like fish, octopus, and lobster—and Raf’s perfectly balanced micheladas were a real treat. We had a blast exploring beautiful spots, enjoying crystal-clear waters, and relaxing on dreamy beaches. We highly recommend this experience to anyone seeking amazing food, hospitality, and breathtaking scenery. It exceeded our expectations, and we can’t wait to go back!Written January 31, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tatiana R2 contributionsI had a wonderful trip on board the Flying Ginny. San Blas is spectacular, and seeing this place while navigating in the catamaran is one of the best experiences I have ever had. Elena, Lea, and Angie are excellent hostesses—very helpful and kind. The food is really good, and the best part is waiting until the end of the night for “the surprising dessert.”Written January 29, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Heidi H4 contributionsWe spent three magical days sailing the San Blas Islands with our captain, Marcos, on his Heritage 46 sailboat, which was the perfect size for the three of us. Not only is Marcos an excellent sailor and chef, he is also a very experienced diver. He took us to some of the best snorkelling areas!
We felt so fortunate to eat fresh seafood including lobster every day. Marcos is a fabulous host, who made us feel very much at home. It was difficult to say goodbye to Marcos and the peaceful San Blas Islands after these three incredible days! We hope to return to San Blas some day! Anemoi Sailing made the booking process very easy for us, arranging all of the various details. They are a wonderful company to deal with! I only wish we would have booked a longer sailing trip. Three days was lovely, but we could have easily spent a week or more sailing with Marcos!Written February 5, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vanessa P1 contributionJepi and the crew were amazing ! Very welcome, friendly and amazing vibe! The catamaran has all you need for snorkeling, SUP and a perfect star link WiFi! He is very friendly with kids and helped us finding sharks!! I definitely recommend his Catamaran for a family trip! Last but not least, Jepi makes great cocktails as well!!Written January 27, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Vi n2 contributionsOne week in Panama, including 5 days in the San Blas islands. Here's my unfiltered review: it's a bit of an adventure, but absolutely worth it.
I chose to go during the off-season, partly because it was cheaper, and also because it coincided with my son's school holidays. A trip just for the two of us.
We arrived the day before in Panama City and booked a room at "Mamallena". It's a great option for budget travelers: clean and just a 10-minute walk from the waterfront,it was nice but it's pretty basic. If you have a bit more to spend, I’d recommend staying in the old town – it has way more charm.
For the transfer to San Blas, we followed the advice of our booker and chose Lam Tour. The night before, I got a WhatsApp message confirming the taxi would arrive at 5:15 AM. Right on the dot, a lifted 4x4 pulled up. It was comfortable, and there were six of us in the car. The ride took about 4 hours, with non-stop rain, making me second-guess whether summer was the best choice for a vacation... The roads were in good condition but full of twists and turns, so watch out for motion sickness! If you can, try to grab a front seat. After that, we hopped on a "lancha" for a 1.5-hour boat ride. As we got closer, the sky started to clear, as if the clouds were clinging to the mainland.
We finally arrived at the catamaran El Gitano del Mar, which we had booked directly through catamaransanblas.com because they are the owner . Write better:
We got around 15% better deal by booking through their site instead of using boat platforms
The boat looked just like the photos, and we were welcomed with fresh fruit and juice. As soon as we dropped our bags, the captain took us to a tiny, absolutely stunning island – straight out of a postcard. The perfect place to feel like a modern-day Robinson Crusoe.
Every day, we explored new islands. It was the perfect opportunity to try paddleboarding (way harder than it looks!). The islands are incredibly beautiful – small patches of white sand with palm trees and huts made of palm leaves. During the off-season, we had the islands to ourselves, which was an amazing feeling. It’s surreal to think that we were probably among the happiest people in the world at that moment, enjoying such peace and beauty. Real privilege.
The weather was mostly cloudy during our 5 days, with a few scattered showers, but honestly, that was a relief – the sun is strong, even through the clouds. The crew was wonderful: warm and friendly, but also discreet, creating a relaxed atmosphere. We enjoyed giant crabs, lobsters, fresh fruit – all natural and delicious. It was no air conditioning, but during the day it’s not at all an issue since we were mostly outside, taking a dip in the water every couple of hours. However, at night the cabin did get pretty warm. Thankfully, they provided a big portable fan that you can clip anywhere in the cabin, and it made all the difference. Without it, sleeping would have been difficult, but with it, the comfort level was completely transformed.
Honestly, if I could have, I would have stayed two extra days. The calm and beauty of the place are just irresistible.
My son was really happy and even got to steer the boat, and the crew took the time to teach him paddleboarding, chess, and swam with him from island to island (with a float). He came back with a head full of memories, and for that alone, the trip was priceless.Written August 21, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - David W2 contributionsWe had a fantastic family trip on Haya: Mum,Dad, 15 & 13-yr olds. The crew (Louis & Andreas) could not have been more helpful. Excellent sailors, amazing meals for breakfast, lunch & dinner with fish, octopus, cambombia & lobster bought that day! Andreas’ music was also great! Snorkelling & SUP kit all excellent. San Blas really is paradise with beautiful seas, islands, beaches; and very friendly people.
The only downside were the thunder & lighting storms: but it was rainy season. They were spectacular but a bit scary for those not used to it!
We did a 3 night charter, would love to have had longer. A trip we will remember for ever!Written August 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Lela B1 contributionSan Blas is a true paradise, away from the word - and it requires very complex organisation, logistic and timeline - Abisua travel did everything spotless for me and my 5 colleagues. We enjoyed serene beauty, ate fresh lobsters, connected with the local tribes and their couture that remained unique as it’s protected by its remoteness but also by persistant cultivation of the Guna Yala peopleWritten November 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.