Embera Indian Village (Entrances included)

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Embera tour is an unique experience that combines the visit to one of the main indigenous group in Panama and having contact with the amazing nature in the Central-American rainforest.

After picking you up at your hotel, we will go to Alajuela Lake where we will board a ¨piragua¨, a traditional indigenous boat, heading to the Canyon in the Chagres River.

Later we will go to Tusipono Embera, a small traditional village located in the bank of the Chagres River in the middle of the rainforest. The Emberas will show their traditions, their way of dressing and how they elaborate their handcrafts. They will perform their traditional dances and music and we will have time for interacting directly with them. We will enjoy lunch prepared by the Embera community.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Fruit, fish and fried plantain

Bottled water

Entrance to Embera Indian Village

Air-conditioned vehicle

Entrace to Chagres National Park

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Chagres River

After picking you up at your hotel, we will go to the path “El Charco” where we will walk in the middle of the jungle observing the exuberant fauna and flora of the rainforest. In this location there is a small waterfall which is a beautiful location for taking some pictures. Later we will take a boat heading to Ella Puru, a small traditional village located in the shore of the Chagres River. The Emberas will show their traditions, their way of dressing and how they elaborate their handcrafts. They will perform their traditional dances and music and we will have time for interacting directly with them. We will enjoy lunch prepared by the Embera community.

6 hours • Admission Included

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Embera Indian Village (Entrances included)

Pickup included

Reviews

4.85

59 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great native expert on Panama
Kathleen S,
Mar 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Juan was extremely professional and helpful throughout the trip. Embers tribe was very welcoming and did a wonderful job of explaining and showing us how they live. Food was refreshing
Amazing experience
Linda H,
Feb 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Canoe ride was so beautiful and peaceful. They were very helpful and happy to help you in/out of canoe. Lunch of fish, plantains, and fruit was delicious. The native people were very friendly and showed us their crafts and dances. The van picked us up on time, but the guide, Lucia, spoke Spanish to the other 4 people almost exclusively, especially on the way back. We found this rude and awkward. The other 4 passengers understood and spoke both English and Spanish, but seemed to be happy to converse with her in Spanish. She made no real attempt to interpret what they were talking about. Hike to the waterfall was mostly in the water or on a slippery trail climbing over big rocks. The waterfall was nothing special.
A great visit to an authentic Embera Indian village
Janet S,
Jan 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My friend and I did this tour from the new Fuerte Amador Cruise Ship Terminal. Juan Berrío Guía picked us up in a nice air conditioned car and drove us the 45-60 minutes to Chagres. He made one stop at the park office to pay the fee and we used the toilets. We got into the dugout canoe with the Embera “captain” and another Embera “mate” and enjoyed a peaceful ride on the river and saw an osprey. We were welcomed to the village and soon were ushered to the kitchen area to learn about the Embera life. Lunch was delicious deep fried tilapia and fried sweet, ripe plantains followed by fruit. Juan had water for us. We shopped and my friend bought a wood carving for $30. In 2013 I bought a flat basket for $20 and today they cost $30. No bartering occurs. The Embera did dances and each woman was presented with a headpiece made from hibiscus flowers. Too soon it was time for our boat tide back to the car and then our ride back to the ship. It was a great day.
Nice experience sharing with the indigenous people of Embera
730lilliand,
Aug 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was my informative Our guide Ariel was very attentive, cordial and punctual Made us feel safe climbing into the canoes
I can ...canoe
andyk399,
Jun 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Second visit in 5 years and just as good. Yes, it is a sort of living museum but not the least detrimental. Ride along the river in a canoe then a long visit. Great fun.!!
Canal & Gatun Lake
damselflytours,
May 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Beautiful culture, exciting adventure, enjoy the delicious food, traditional dances, clothing and handicrafts of the tribe
Guide was not...
Seema V,
Apr 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00
Guide was not knowledgeable. Very bad attitude. Our conoe driver was not trained and we all felt in the water conoe upset down. My friend got injured badly. Guide don’t had first aid kit. Provide from other conoe passing by. We were feeling like we are not going to survive. It worst experience of my life. Road going to Conoe is very scary. Not recommended at all.
A Panamanian jewel, go see the Embera Village!
Aaron D,
Apr 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We really enjoyed visiting the Embera Village and seeing the wonderful culture and friendliness of the tribe. Additionally, our guide Ariel was amazing! He provided so much information about the tribe as well as Panama in general and also spoke multiple languages, which was very cool! Definitely recommend for anyone to try this tour.
Touristy tribe
raygo,
Mar 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
The dugout canoe trip was fun and lovely, and the village was interesting. We had the feeling, though, that the tribe exists for tourists to buy merchandise, and that the "authentic" dances were not so authentic. The children were delightful, and the scenery was outstanding. So, overall, a good but not superior experience.
Erica was amazing!! The...
Temima S,
Jan 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Erica was amazing!! The waterfall and river were beautiful and the village was very unique and interesting!