Panama & San Blas Local Encounters 8D/7N

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Panama & San Blas Local Encounters 8D/7N

8 Days Starting and ending in Panama City

Visiting: Panama City, San Blas Islands

Tour operator:

Bamba Travel

Tour code:

56340

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Easy

From:

$2422

$2313 Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$109

NB: Prices correct on 21-May-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

This 7-day trip to Panama takes you on a journey to discover the country's rich culture, diverse landscapes, and vibrant communities. Explore the historic Casco Viejo, encounter the Embera indigenous community, and experience the hidden paradise of the San Blas Islands.

Highlights

Cultural Encounter with the Indigenous Community: The Embera
Authentic Discovery of Casco Viejo, Panama's Old Quarter
San Blas Islands - The Hidden Paradise of the Guna People

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Duration: 8 Days

Departure Time: 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00, 6:00, 7:00, 8:00, 9:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00

Meet and Greet upon arrival and transfer to your hotel.
This country that links American continent and owns the 8th wonder of the modern world "The Panama Canal" will surprise you! Prepare for meeting beautiful landscapes, cosmopolitan and colonial cities, pristine islands, tradition, culture, rainforest and Indian communities.

Day 2: Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Authentic Discovery of Casco Viejo (B/L)

Today, visit the Casco Viejo and walk around the principal alleys and architectural monuments of the old quarter. Then, continue to the Popular district of Santa Ana, to encounter a vibrant and quite unique culture behind the touristic scene of The Casco Viejo. The inhabitants of Santa Ana are promoting the development of their district to show you hidden treasures of their culture. You will notice a social contrast between the neighborhoods, yet a very friendly and charming environment with smiling faces that will welcome you! Taste the Panamanian flavors with a homemade lunch, play dominoes in the Park of Bored (Parque de los Aburridos). Return to your hotel in the afternoon.

Day 3: Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Encounter & Bivouac with an Indigenous Community: The Embera (B/L/D)

Prepare for a cultural encounter with the indigenous community "The Emberas". Embark on a canoe ride through the Chagres River and explore its surroundings where natural life runs at its edges. One of the village chiefs will present their lifestyle and traditions: developing of baskets, colorful clothes, body paintings, dances. A typical lunch based on fish and plantains is included. Overnight in one of the cabins in the community.

Day 4: Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Return to the city (B)

After breakfast, return to the city. Early check in in your hotel and rest of the day free.

Day 5: Panama City - San Blas, Panama

Location: San Blas Islands

San Blas Islands- the hidden paradise of the Guna People (B/L/D)

The driver will pick you up early in the morning approximately at 5:30 a.m. on a 4X4 grouped transfer, and you will be driven for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes until you reach Llano Carti. Then you will take a boat transfer from Carti to San Blas or Guna Yala Islands.
Discover a destination with over 360 pristine islands scattered along 400 kilometers in the Caribbean ocean. In addition to its exceptional landscapes, this archipelago will share with you its most important treasure: the cultural ancient heritage of the indigenous community Guna.
These 50,000 Indians have managed to keep their traditional lifestyle over the years and still live in the community under a regime of territorial autonomy.
IMPORTANT: Accommodations are rustic and traditionally built. Comfort levels do not correspond to western standards. Housing is managed by the Guna Yala community and there are some facilities that won't be available during your stay such as: acclimatization, current potable water, electricity and hot water, private toilet.

Day 6: San Blas, Panama

Location: San Blas Islands

Free Day (B/L/D)

These days, a visit of a pristine island is included Activities and tours suggested to be organized locally:
• Swimming
• Discovery of Guna village
• Purchase of handcraft “Molas”
• Snorkelling (no water sports engines allowed)

Day 7: San Blas - Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Return to Panama City (B)

This day, return to the city. Check in your hotel and rest of the day free.

Day 8: Panama City, Panama

Location: Panama City

Departure Day (B)

Shuttle transfer to the international airport.

What's Included

Accommodation

7N in mixed accommodations
Transport

All transport as per itinerary
Meals

7B/4L/3D
Activities

Discover Casco Viejo
Guides

English-speaking guide for some activities
Extras
Experiences

What's Not Included

International flights
Optional activities
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Entry fees on sites and museums mentioned in the itinerary to be paid on site
Personal expenses and gratuities
Optional activities
Meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses and gratuities
International flights
Entry fees on sites and museums mentioned in the itinerary to be paid on site

Reviews of this operator

Jonas Nesset(Norway)

The company is exceptional. When...

Dec 10 2019

The company is exceptional. When I had questions, I always got prompt and professional answers. The excursions that Bamba organized were fantastic! Thank you once again for everything!

Shane Alce(United Kingdom)

For true explorers....

Aug 12 2019

For true explorers.

Marian Reder(Germany)

To this day, this is...

Oct 2 2019

To this day, this is the best tour we've ever done together as a couple! The fun activities, great hotels and nice guides worth the money! We were always taken care of and they made sure that we had a good time. This tour is definitely worth taking.

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Jan 9 2020

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