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San Blas Islands: 4-Island Day Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling

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Overview

Available languages

English
Spanish

14 hours

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Experience the beauty of the San Blas Islands on this top-rated day tour from Panama City. Escape crowded tours and visit Isla Perro, Natural Pool, Isla Chichime, and Isla Diablo. Snorkel near the famous shipwreck at Isla Perro, wade in the crystal-clear Natural Pool, and relax on pristine beaches. Enjoy Isla Chichime’s tranquil scenery and finish at Isla Diablo to rinse off and capture your final moments of paradise.

Boat transfers may stop at other islands to pick up or drop off guests, offering a glimpse of authentic Guna island life. With a freshly prepared lunch, optional shared transportation, and attentive service, this tour provides a seamless, stress-free, adventure-filled escape to San Blas.

✅ Explore 4 stunning islands in one day

✅ Snorkel, swim, and sunbathe in crystal-clear waters

✅ Fresh, homemade island lunch included

✅ Optional shared 4x4 transportation from Panama City

✅ Glimpse authentic Guna island life along the boat route

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Confirmation will be received at time of booking.

Departure time is between 5:00am and 5:45am from your Panama City lodging. If staying at Playa Bonita area, your departure time is between 5:00am and 5:15am.

You are welcome to bring a cooler with your own drinks, potable water, snacks and beverages (fruit juice or alcohol). The driver will stop at a supermarket on the way to San Blas in order for you to purchase additional items.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORIGINAL PASSPORT. PHOTOCOPIES OF PASSPORTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTABLE TO ENTER THE GUNA TERRITORY AND THE SAN BLAS ISLANDS.

Please be advised that San Blas is in the Guna territory, which is an autonomous, Indian zone. The services are very basic. The Gunas will be providing all touristic services, such as meal preparations, car and boat transportations, lodging, and tour guiding. We are proud to be working with this friendly tribe and with each booking we give back to the community, supporting their customs and their traditional way of life. We kindly ask you to respect this beautiful culture and their simple way of life, leaving your expectations behind and learning about their innocent culture.

We recommend that you bring your personal hygiene items, such as towels, sunscreen, hats, mosquito repellent.

In San Blas Islands there are no ATMs - please bring cash. You can buy additional drinks, snacks, souvenirs etc.

“Tigo” is the cell phone company that has the best reception in San Blas.

Infants need to sit on laps.

PLEASE BE PREPARED FOR A 2.5 to 3 HOUR CAR JOURNEY EACH WAY OVER CURVY ROADS! THERE IS ALSO A 25-30 MINUTE BOAT RIDE TO YOUR FIRST ISLAND WHICH CAN GET QUITE BUMPY AND WET. We feel that the islands are worth the long drive, but some travelers have complained about the drive and the fast boat ride from and to the port. While we strive to provide our guests the best service and an unforgettable experience in San Blas, we are not responsible for road and ocean conditions, and we would like you to be aware of this fact :)

SAN BLAS DISCLAIMER - PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING: ️ What to Expect on a San Blas Day Tour Transportation 2.5–3 hr ride from Panama City in shared 4x4s (6 passengers). Extra seat available at added cost. Pick-up 5:00–5:30 am — drivers can’t wait more than 10 min. Port check-in may feel informal, but the Kuna run it smoothly. 20–40 min boat ride (can be wet/bumpy). Boats may stop at other islands for guests. ️ Island Experience Rustic facilities: limited shade, basic bathrooms. Beaches often shallow — walk out further to swim. Islands can be busy in high season. Relaxed pace, no fixed schedules. ️ Food & Drinks Fresh meals (fish or chicken, rice, salad, patacones). One drink included (water, soda, or beer). Extra snacks/drinks available at port or on islands. Kuna Culture Only Kuna operate tours; most don’t speak English. Respect traditions: ask before photos, dress modestly in villages. Nature & Environment Plastic debris may wash ashore, though Kuna clean regularly. Sandflies/mosquitoes common in rainy season → bring repellent. Weather unpredictable; rain possible (no refunds). Health & Safety Limited medical care; emergencies require evacuation to Panama City at guest’s cost. Travel insurance strongly recommended: www.taotravel365.tours/travel-insurance Final Note This is not a luxury tour — it’s about disconnecting, experiencing Kuna culture, and enjoying pristine Caribbean islands. Bring patience, flexibility, and respect for an unforgettable adventure.

The use of drones is prohibited in San Blas. Heavy fines are imposed on those who disobey the law.

AGAIN!!! Please be prepared for a 2.5 hour car journey each way (1 hour on a highway and about 1.5 hours through the mountains over curvy roads! Please do not leave bad reviews because of the road. We try to warn you ahead of time ;)

Boat transfers may include stops to pick up/drop off guests at other islands

While the check-in process in the port may feel busy and a little unstructured, the local Guna community has a well-established system, and all guests are taken care of.

The road to San Blas is very curvy. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, please prepare accordingly by bringing appropriate medication.

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Start your San Blas Islands adventure with optional pick-up from your Panama City lodging (5:00–5:45 AM). Enjoy a scenic 2.5–3-hour drive through jungle highlands, with a quick snack stop, before arriving at the Port of San Blas by 9:00 AM. You may wait briefly for other guests. Board your boat for a 30-minute ride to the islands. 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Isla Perro – Relax on white sand beaches or snorkel near the shallow shipwreck. 12:00 – 12:30 PM: Natural Pool – Wade in waist-deep, crystal-clear waters and spot tropical fish. 1:00 – 2:30 PM: Isla Chichime – Swim, sunbathe, or stroll along wide sandy beaches. Enjoy a fresh lunch (fish, chicken, or vegetarian). 2:30 – 3:30 PM: Isla Diablo – Take a final swim, snap photos, or relax before heading back. Return to the port and optional 4x4 transportation to Panama City (arrival ~7:00 PM). ✅ Optional shared pick-up from Panama City ✅ Fresh lunch with beverage ✅ Shared mask & snorkel (request from crew; guests may bring their own) ✅ Explore 4 beautiful San Blas islands ✅ Boat transfers may include stops to pick up/drop off guests ***Itinerary and times may vary depending on weather and ocean conditions.

Sample Menu

main

Fish

Fresh fried fish with patacones (fried plantains) or rice and salad

main

Chicken

Fresh fried or grilled chicken with patacones (fried plantains) or rice and salad

main

Vegetarian

Patacones (fried plantains) with rice and salad

What‘s Included

Island Taxes (Entrance fee to each island)

Shared Mask & Snorkel (Please request from your boat crew. Guests may bring their own)

Lunch

San Blas Day Tour

One beverage: Bottle of water, soda or beer

Shared boat/lancha transportation all day

San Blas

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

With Shuttle from Playa Bonita

Duration: 14 hours
Lunch + Drink: Fresh fish or chicken with rice and salad. Vegetarian option available. Choice of beer, water, or soda
San Blas Day Tour: Pick up from your lodging - Drive to Port of Carti - Isla Perro (lunch) - Isla Nuinudup - Natural Pool - Isla Diablo
Shuttle from Playa Bonita: Roundtrip transportation from Playa Bonita area in a shared SUV with max 6 passengers. Pick up at your address 5:00-5:30am.
Pickup included

With Shuttle from Panama City

Duration: 14 hours
Lunch + Drink: Fresh fish or chicken with rice and salad. Vegetarian option available. Choice of beer, water, or soda
San Blas Day Tour: Pick up from your lodging - Drive to Port of Carti - Isla Perro (lunch) - Isla Nuinudup - Natural Pool - Isla Diablo
Shared 4x4 vehicle max 6 Pax: Roundtrip transportation from Panama City area in a shared car with max 6 passengers. Pick up at 5am.
Pickup included

San Blas Tour - 3 Islands + Amazing Natural Pools**

Duration: 14 hours
Lunch + Drink: Fresh fish or chicken with rice and salad. Vegetarian option available. Choice of beer, water, or soda
San Blas Day Tour: Port of Carti - Isla Perro (lunch) - Isla Nuinudup - Natural Pool - Isla Diablo

Reviews

4.36

44 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • This was the highlight of...

    Anna F,,Jan 8, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This was the highlight of our stay in Panama. I was hesitant to book because I had some concerns about the logistics and cost for us, but I am so thankful that I did

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  • Definitely an adventurous...

    Shannon A,,Jan 3, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    Definitely an adventurous day. The islands are beautiful to see and the water is amazing. However...The journey to get to the islands is not easy. Early morning wake up, long rough ride to get there in a crammed 4x4 with no suspension, long bumpy boat ride on an oversized dingy boat, nothing on the first 2 islands, last islands were identical. Not much to do once you get to the islands, no chairs to sit on, no towels, nothing except a bar serving warm drinks.

  • The island was very...

    Rodrick J,,Dec 28, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    The island was very beautiful, there was a Spanish shipwreck we got to explore. The food was really good. Our tour guide and driver was amazing.

  • A must see

    KJ K,,Nov 17, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    It was a blast! Well worth it! Standing in the middle of the sea was a total unnatural, surprisingly uplifting and uncanny experience. These little islands are incredible.

  • Great experience, great &...

    Karina C,,Sep 26, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    4.00

    Great experience, great & friendly driver, great lancha crew, lunch at the island was delicious 😋! Would recommend it!

  • We were picked up from...

    Roy K,,Sep 3, 2025

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    We were picked up from our Airbnb around 5am. You have to choose a hotel and then when they message you, tell them you are at an Airbnb. We were prepared to Uber to a close by hotel from the list if needed but they picked us up from our Airbnb which saved us a lot of time. It was exactly as they described, we got on our long 3 hour drive which is mostly roads but they are winding roads, like really winding and constant up and down hills, again, all on paved roads. When you get close it is a gravel road. We got to the coast and got on the boats that carry about 10‐12 people and visited the islands. We visited an island and got 2 hours there then a sand bar where there were a few starfish. Then we got lunch at the 3rd island. We visited one more island for an hour and headed back to the transport spot and took another 3 hour drive e back the same way we came.

  • Perfect

    MacielM6,,Aug 7, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Everything went perfectly, the pre-embarcation communication via WhatsApp with all the necessary information, the check-in on time, the guide good people, lunch, the stops, everything worked very well, we had no problem ah not be the bad weather, that then the Enterprise has no fault. But taking the bad weather away all that depended on the Enterprise was score 10.

  • Stunning islands

    Aerobaby37,,Apr 28, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The San Blas islands are truly beautiful. We island hopped for a few hours, had lunch, and enjoyed the scenery. Swimming, snorkeling, etc. Our guides were nice and helpful. I’m glad we got to experience this. Sunscreen and bug spray are a must. We also took water shoes and found this helpful. I will say for the motion sickness people: if you are mildly motion sick, you will be fine on the last part of the drive. It’s paved most of the way. It’s a lot of steep hills and winding motions. I took Dramamine and did just fine. If you get severely motion sick, I don’t know that this would be good for you.

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  • Islands tour

    cubaexplore1,,Apr 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    Great day out of the city! It is a long day, well organized, with the local co ordinators getting people on and off the boats at the right islands. Beautiful beaches!

  • Very beautiful place

    Dani p,,Apr 21, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Yes. 5. We would have liked the pick-up and transfer to be closer or a little later. But dsp all very beautiful.............

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