Day Tour in San Blas Islands All Included Visiting 4 Islands
Overview
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14 hours
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We offer the most unique experience in San Blas Islands the 4 most beautiful islands in only one day.
You will Kayaking or Paddel board in Island Misdub, visit one of the most beautiful beaches in Diablo island, go swimming in the Natural swimming pool full of starfishes, Snorkel in the Shipwreck in the famous Perro Chico island, Taste delicious lunch made by the locals in Island Perro chico and if we are lucky enough, our driver has the best eye to catch sloths in the road.
We offer umbrellas, beach chairs, Kayaks, Paddle boards, Snorkel mask, beach toys, pickle ball, mini golf, water bed exclusive for our clients!
We support the local community, San Blas is a Indigenous protected zone, all our staff are local Gunas for Transportation, Boat, Food etc.. you will experience how they live and learn about their way of life.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pickup from your lodging is scheduled between 5:00 AM and 5:30 AM, although in some cases it may be as late as 5:45 AM. To ensure a smooth experience for all guests, please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby by 5:00 AM. If you are not at the designated pickup point, the driver will try to locate you, but cannot delay transportation for more than 10 minutes.
You are allowed to bring additional beverages.
PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORGINAL PASSPORT. WITH OUT IT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER TO SAN BLAS.
Please notice San Blas is an Indian protected zone. All the services are basic and rustic, only kuna people are in charge of all tourist’s services such as food, ground and water transportation, lodging, etc, we work with them to support the local economy. Please take this into consideration, the services are not as in the city, the waiting time can be long, and kunas are more informal. We have provided hospitality train to them, but they are still working on it, their culture is different, they are never in a rush, this is part of the adventure to San Blas. Food is basic such as fresh fried fish with salad and rice.
The vehicle is 4x4 for 6 passengers plus the driver. Pick up time is between 5:20am to 6:00am depending on the route, you can be first ones of last ones. Please be ready at 5:00AM to avoid any delays to other passengers. No Show – or Mayor delays will incur in a penalty – cost of reservation fee. In case you will be pick up in Costa del este or near to the airport, pick up time is between 5:45 and 6:00am
Day tour return is at 3:30PM. You will arrive in Panama City between 6:30PM and 7:00PM.
We recommend you bring your personal hygiene items, towels, sunscreen, mosquito repellent. You can bring a cooler with your own drinks, potable water, snacks and beverages (fruit juice or alcohol) you can by on site or bring it yourself.
The driver will make a stop in a super market where you can buy a disposable cooler, ice etc.
In San Blas Islands there are no ATMs, only cash in received. You can buy drinks there, snacks, souvenirs etc.“+Movil” and “Digicel” are the cell phone companies which works in San Blas Islands.
There is no power electricity in the huts, only light.
Transport time is 2.5 hours way in and 2.5 back. Then 40 minutes to the island in boat. Real time in Islands is around 6 hours.
What To Expect
San Blas Islands
Pick up starts at 5:20am in your hotel or airbnb, it is a shared 4X4 for 6 passengers. Once everyone is on board we will make a stop in the supermarket so you can buy snacks or other drinks (beer, wine, water etc), or get cash from an ATM (card is not accepted in san blas). There are around 3 hours driving, the last hour is a bumpy road in san blas hills, but our drivers are very experienced as they have travelled everyday to san blas, and if you are lucky enough our driver will spot a sloth or monkeys on the way in. Arrive to the port around 8:30am and jump in to the boat once all the cars arrive, your guide Naidi will introduce himself. After 30 minutes in boat arrive to the 1st island in this paradise: Island Chichime where you will have fruits, kayaks, and paddle boards exclusive to explore the island at your own, just for our clients! Please notice the drivers do not speak English just our guide, but they will make the effort to talk with you.
Guna Yala (san Blas)
First stop Misdub Island those are one of the best islands in san blas, where we have kayak and paddle boards for our clients, you will have time to rest and take a fruits snack.
Options
Regular Day Tour 4 islands
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Beach toys, pickle ball, mini golf, water bed exclusive for our clients
Traditional Lunch (Fresh fish with salad and rice)
Shared Boat transportation from Port – Islands– Port
Kayaks & Paddel board to share
Welcome Snack (fruits)
Tours to Perro Chico, Diablo, Misdub and Natural Swimming pool (4 Islands)
Snorkel MASK
Shared transportation from Panama City – Port – Panama City for 6 passengers
1 Drink (Beer, Bottle wáter or soda)
Pick in Dreams or Westin Playa Bonita $10USD pp. both ways.
San Blas Islands
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,575 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Super sunny
Cara W,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Use lots of sunscreen. It’s a wonderful time and totally worth the drive out there. It’s really nice when they can pick you up where you’re staying; I felt that it was a huge perk. The islands were beautiful. For me, a full day was enough. If I go back, I would probably try staying a night or two.
No English speaking guide, unethical tour operator
Rajdeep B,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The driver showed up one hour late. He can’t speak a single word of English. After three hours we reached the port where the actual tour starts in a boat and there is a guide, the guide also can’t speak a single word of English. Let me remind the tour description says there will be a English speaking guide which is an absolute lie. This is unethical dishonest tour operator who mentions there will be English speaking guide to sell their tours in actuality there is no English speaking guide. I didn’t understand a single thing that the guide was saying. I still provided a decent star rating because the islands was absolutely gorgeous and the Guna people were very innocent. The negative review is against the corrupt tour operator.
Beautiful scenery, great guide
Leticia G,May 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We went to 4 islands, guide was great, beautiful, clear water. Great to learn about the Kuna !!!!!!!!!
San Blas Islands
Sonya H,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited 3 islands and one natural pool. The beaches are all white sand, the water clear and beautiful. Really loved cat island. Erick and the team were great at keeping everyone on time. Loved snorkeling the ship wreck at Perro Island.
Absolutely breathtakingly beautiful!
Robin B,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00These beaches with the crystal clear water were the most beautiful that I have ever seen. The drive from the City to the boat was very long, but it was worth it.
Beautiful place
Sebastián T,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Paradisiacal islands, turquoise and transparent sea. Snorkeling, colorful fish, manta rays, and sunken boats. Spectacular day.
The drive and rocky boat...
Chanelle T,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00The drive and rocky boat was worth this trip definitely enjoyed it relaxing and fun. It says bring cash but they did also take cards as well for the last too Island and the lunch was also good.
Best day tour in Panama
Nivia,May 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's a long day tour but worth every penny. Those islands are amazing!! That water is unreal and everyone is so kind and nice
GOOD.
santiago c,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good guide, good tour, good people, good islands; prepare to get sunburned, bring sunscreen and apply plenty! More than 10 hours in the sun! But the islands are beautiful, 10/10.
Stunning islands, long and uncomfortable travel day
Tiff C,May 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Overall, this was a memorable 4-island day trip in San Blas with some real highlights and a few drawbacks to be aware of. The islands themselves are absolutely stunning, with clear, calm water that really lives up to the photos. Each stop felt beautiful and relaxed, and lunch was surprisingly well organized. They took individual orders in advance with options like fish, chicken, or vegetarian, and we also had fresh fruit like pineapple and watermelon at one of the stops. You also get one drink with lunch, with water as an option. Logistically, the day is long. The drive to the boat dock is about three hours each way in an SUV with a few stops along the way, which helps break it up for restrooms or snacks. That said, the vehicle is quite tight. With six passengers, the seating was uncomfortable, especially for anyone tall or in the middle seat of the second row. I would strongly recommend considering this if you are above average height or sensitive to long cramped rides. Once you arrive, the boat portion is more transport than guided tour. You are essentially moved from island to island and then left to enjoy the water on your own, which is fine if that is what you expect, but there are no structured activities included. We saw kayaks available at one point, but they were not actively offered and time on each island felt somewhat limited. I would have personally liked a bit more time at the first island. One thing to note is that restroom access at the boat area requires small change, which felt unnecessary and worth preparing for in advance. Also bring your own towel, sunscreen, and extra water since those are not provided. Despite the travel discomforts and some logistical quirks, the natural beauty of the islands really does make this worth doing. It’s best for people who prioritize scenery and swimming over comfort and structured activities.
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