CAYOS HOLANDESES ADVENTURE
MORRODUB - TURTLE ISLAND
SAN BLAS TOURS FROM PANAMA CITY

The best way to visit San Blas!

Did you know  that San Blas Islands was made up of over 300 islands? One thing we know is that the Cayos Holandeses are one of the most iconic islands and let you experience the ‘real San Blas’.
No visit to San Blas is complete without a tour of the spectacular Cayos Holandeses. Choose this awesome tour and discovered these amazing islands from the inside
If the pristine white sandy beaches,  crystal clear water  and a sense of adventure sound like you, then book now!

PLACE OF DEPARTURE  
Panama City
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DEPARTURE TIME    ​
Between 5:30 and 6 am

RETURN TIME  
Depart from the island after breakfast between 8 and 8:30 a.m., arriving in town around 11:30 a.m. (it is possible to leave later with an additional cost 📌See on Important Information) 
     
AVAILABILITY
Everyday  (Weather permitting)

​DURATION OF CAR TRIP
115 km from the City, between 2:30 and 3 hours

​DURATION OF BOAT TRIP
The island is located about 35 minutes from the port
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​WHEN TO BOOK?
​Spots in San Blas are very limited. You can book up to the day before the tour, as long as there are places remaining. 
​We recommend that you book now to guarantee your spot.

​​FREE CANCELLATION
Cancel up to 72 hours in advance to receive a full refund. Please​ read our Refund Policy for more details

INCLUDED

✔︎ ​Round trip ground transport from your accommodation in Panama City​​

✔︎ ​Accommodation in the chosen cabin

✔︎ ​Boat rides to and from the port

✔︎ ​Meals​​

✔︎ ​Snorkeling Equipment​

✔︎ Tour  Yanis Island, Perro Island - Sunken Ship, Natural Pool, Cayos Holandeses Islands - Tortuga Island or similar Island

​NOT INCLUDED

✗ Beverage   available on the Island (1-2$)

✗ Indigenous entrance taxes  $23 foreigners, $ 8 Panama residents - Starting from 6 years

✗ Fee for Perro Chico Island​ $ 3 per person

CABINS & PRICES

SHARED CABIN
*Minimum 2 people, if you are traveling alone  just write us, we'll let you know if we already have other people for this tour on your same date

PRICE PER PERSON

2 Nights   $ 270.00​​  Including 6 meals

3 Nights   $ 310.00​ Including 9 meals

4 Nights   $ 350.00​ Including 12 meals

Every additional day in Shared Cabin cost only $ 40 per person/including 3 meals

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​PRIVATE ROOM​​​

PRICE PER PERSON
​MINIMUM 2 GUESTS IN A PRIVATE ROOM

2 Nights   $ 290.00​​ Including 6 meals

3 Nights   $ 340.00​ Including 9 meals

4 Nights   $ 390.00​ Including 12 meals

Every additional day in Private Cabin cost only $ 50 per person/including 3 meals

✖︎ To choose more than 1 Private Room you can make more reservations or make a single reservation by selecting the total number of people who will travel and immediately after booking send us an email to tell us the number of Private Room you want (minimum 2 pax for Private Room). If we do not receive any mails from within 5 minutes of your booking will be confirmed 1 unique Private Room for all selected people ✖︎

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​PRIVATE CABIN

PRICE PER PERSON
​MINIMUM 2 GUESTS IN A PRIVATE CABIN

2 Nights   $ 300.00​​ Including 6 meals

3 Nights   $ 355.00​ Including 9 meals

4 Nights   $ 410.00​ Including 12 meals

Every additional day in Private Cabin cost only $ 55 per person/including 3 meals

✖︎ To choose more than 1 Private Cabin you can make more reservations or make a single reservation by selecting the total number of people who will travel and immediately after booking send us an email to tell us the number of Private Cabin you want (minimum 2 pax for Private Cabin). If we do not receive any mails from within 5 minutes of your booking will be confirmed 1 unique Private Cabin for all selected people ✖︎

TRAVEL ITINERARY

Day 1

• 5:30am 6am Departure from Panama City 
• 8:30am approx Arrival at the port of San Blas 
​• Arrival on the Island 
• Accommodation in shared o private hut
• Free time to visit the Yanis Island (where you sleep)
• Lunch Included
• Tour of most beautiful places: Perro Chico Island/Sunken Ship, Piscina Natural
• Dinner Included
​• First Night in the Hut

Day 2

• Breakfast Included
• Departure for the Tour to Cayos Holandeses
• After about 30 minutes we arrive at Cayos Holandeses, Tortuga or similar Island, where you can visit the Island and rest for the boat trip.  
• Snorkeling tour in the beautiful waters of Cayo Holandeses
• Lunch included (seafood)
• Dinner Included
• Second Night in the Hut
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*Due to the weather conditions or logistics, this tour might be on the first day.

Day 3

• Breakfast Included
• 8:30am Departure from the island 
• 9am Arrival to the port
• 11:30am-12pm Arrival to Panama City ​

ATTENTION
YOU ARE BOOKING WITH A DOWN PAYMENT (YOU ARE NOT PAYING THE TOTAL AMOUNT), THE REST OF THE BALANCE IS PAID IN ONLY CASH ON THE DAY OF THE TOUR.
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AFTER BOOKING, PLEASE MAKE SURE READING YOUR E MAIL AND RECEIPT

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

TRANSPORTATION FROM PANAMA CITY TO THE PORT​
• Roundtrip 4x4 transportation from your accommodation (Hotel/Hostel/Apartment) in the Downtown of Panama City only.
We won't pick anyone up from these places: Westin Playa Bonita, Dreams Playa Bonita, or any of the hotels in Playa Blanca. 
In the areas far from downtown , the meeting point can be: supermarket, gas station or parking lot (to be decided during the reservation).
San Blas Dreams is not responsible for reservations outside this area. 

• Every day from 5:30 am we start to pick up our customers meaning we can reach to you from that time to 6:00 am, SUVs we have fit up to 6 people, which means that depending on the route before you can collect other customers. Sometimes it happens that customers are not ready and we are forced to wait for them (we try not to leave anyone behind). In this case we ask you for a little patience, we always do our best to be with you as soon as possible.

LATE CHECK OUT
📌 For late checkout You must pay $20 per person (minimum 2 persons), lunch included, You will be back in the city around 7p.m.​
​With late check out you must leave the cabin after breakfast to allow cleaning and have it ready for the new guests who will arrive.  You will have a place to leave your things until you leave the island (around 3:00 p.m. on the last day). ​
*(Please at the moment you make your reservation, it's important that you notify us if you will be doing a late-check-out, in order to make a better organization, because if you do it at the island it might not be available).

USEFUL TIPS
• From December to April it is very high season, the places on the islands are limited, we recommend booking as soon as possible.

• It is advisable to carry only a small bag with what is necessary to spend the days on the islands, leave your large suitcase in the city, there is not enough space in the car and it could get wet during the boat trip.

• This "Comarca" (Guna Yala or more commonly known as San Blas Islands) is a paradise where it is only allowed to people from its community to work there, tourism is something new to them, their infrastructure is currently under development and service might not be entirely satisfactory in some cases, if you are an intransigent or demanding person with schedules or if you are looking for a 5 stars service, this tour is not for you, but if you wish to enjoy extraordinary beaches in the Caribbean then we invite you to book with us.
We really care about our reputation. We’re not a booking agency that tells you whatever you want to hear to get you to book a trip.
Please read all our information well.

• Some things you need to know before the trip to the San Blas Islands. Click here ​​​

• The use of Drones is not allowed in the San Blas Islands. You could get a fine and get your drone taken away from you. 
​San Blas Dreams is not responsible and can't intervene in any way, regarding the decisions made by the Guna General Congress.

ISLAND DETAILS

• Meals are included starting with lunch on the first day and ending with breakfast the last day (With late check out the last day includes lunch)
• Shared Cabins: Several cabins used as shared dormitories, could be 6 people up to 8/10 people. They are assigned once you arrive on the island and cannot be chosen before, the cabins have a sand or wood floor. 
• Private Cabins/Rooms: There are 2 only Private Cabins with shared bathroom in front of the sea and there are several Private Rooms with shared bathroom. Almost all the private cabins have a wooden floor, there is one with a sand floor. This cabins can accommodate from 2 people onwards. 
• All cabins are basic but comfortable.
• The bathroom they are separate from all accommodations and quite basic. There are 3 toilets and 4 showers shared between all guests.
• There are not outlets for charging in most of the cabanas however guests may charge devices in the restaurant area in the evening.    
• Volleyball: Yes​

WHAT TO BRING

• Snacks & Fruit
• Your own drinks: Water, Rum, Beer, Wine, Soda
​• Shower & Beach towel 
• Insect repellent
• Sun protection
• Snorkeling equipment
• Original Passport (Entry to Guna Yala may be denied without it)
• Sunglasses
• Hat
• Fully charged camera
• There is no ATM in San Blas, so be sure to bring enough cash
• A light jacket for boat transfers

*It's forbidden to take beach chairs, big coolers or other large object which might occupy a lot of space.

As of February 15, 2022 there will no longer be a stop at the supermarket to avoid unnecessary time loss and to be able to arrive at the port as soon as possible. Therefore, we encourage our clients to purchase supplies to take with you to the island (snacks, drinks, water) the day before the tour. Make sure you get enough cash in Panama City before the trip. The remaining balance must be paid in cash dollars. There are no ATMs in San Blas, we strongly recommend to withdraw the cash needed the day before the tour.

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