Panama · Island Hopping Tours

San Blas Island-Hopping Day Trip from Panama City (Shared shuttles)

12 Hours Round trip from Panamá Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Full-day San Blas island-hopping trip from Panama City
  • 02 Visit three or more islands in one day
  • 03 Snorkel in clear Caribbean waters
  • 04 Relax on white-sand beaches under the tropical sun
  • 05 Stop at Big Dog Island and the Natural Pool
  • 06 Shared hotel transfers and boat transportation included
  • 07 Enjoy the catch of the day for lunch

Escape Panama City for a full-day adventure in the San Blas Islands, where white-sand beaches, clear Caribbean waters, and laid-back island scenery await. This island-hopping experience takes you to three or more islands in a single day, with time to relax, swim, snorkel, and soak up the tropical sunshine.

Travel with shared transfers from the city to San Blas and continue by boat between the islands. Along the way, enjoy the catch of the day for lunch and visit highlights including Big Dog Island and the Natural Pool, with an additional island stop depending on the season.

Escape Panama City for a full-day adventure in the San Blas Islands, where white-sand beaches, clear Caribbean waters, and laid-back island scenery await.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Panama City
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

05:00 AM – 06:00 AM Departure from Panama City

2
Day 02

08:30 AM – 09:00 AM Departure from the Port Niga Kantule, Cartí

3
Day 03

09:30 AM – 11:30 AM Activities in Big Dog Island.

4
Day 04

11:45 AM – 12:15 PM Visit to Natural Pool

5
Day 05

12:30 PM – 03:30 PM Lunch and activities in an extra Island(Depending on the season).

6
Day 06

04:00 PM – 04:30 PM Departure from Port Niga Kantule, Cartí

7
Day 07

06:00 PM – 07:00 PM Arrival at Panama City

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Panamá 1 city · 12 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Inclusions

  • Shared transfer by car from your hotel to San Blas (maximum of 6 people per car)
  • Maritime transportation from San Blas dock to Islands
  • Meal - the catch of the day. If you would like a different dish, please ask your guide (other dishes may be at customer's expense)
  • Island taxes
  • Dock tax
  • Driver/guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
  • Use of snorkel equipment
  • A Bottle of Water

What's Not Included

  • Entrance Fees: Panamanian and residents $5, Other: $20
  • Meals other than the catch of the day
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities (recommended)

Know before you go

Additional info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • The maritime transfer is a shared transportation
  • It is recommended that you bring a towel, sunblock and extra cash
  • No ATM's available during the tour
  • The provided lunch is the catch of the day (other meals may be at own expense)
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Before booking review the weather forecast
  • Not recommended for child aged 5 and under and adults over 65
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Not recommended for pregnant women
  • Not recommended for participants with back problems
  • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
  • For the following Hotels we will apply extra charge because are outside from the City($10.00): Radisson Gamboa Hotel, Hotel Gamboa Rainforest, Westin Playa Bonita and Dream Delight Playa Bonita
  • We don't pick up in Colon City.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Panamá, Ciudad de, PA
Tour start
Panamá, Ciudad de, PA
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 hours finish where they began, in Panamá.

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