Welcome to Comarca de Guna Yala

With white sand and waving palms, the islands of the turquoise Archipiélago de San Blas of the Comarca de Guna Yala are a vision of paradise. This is home to the Guna people, the first indigenous group in Latin America to gain autonomy. Though they have had contact with Europeans since Columbus sailed these waters in 1502, clan identity and the traditional way of life remain paramount.

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A decade ago the road to the port of Gardi (Cartí) was finished, making the region more accessible than ever. Still off the beaten track, this narrow, 373km-long strip on the Caribbean coast with 365 offshore islands stretches from the Golfo de San Blas to the Colombian border.

Community (ie populated) islands numbering four dozen are acre-sized cays packed with thatched huts, livestock and people. Visitors often prefer the more remote outer islands with fewer inhabitants. Some islands charge a landing/visitation fee.

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$1500 Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

San Blas All Inclusive Sailing Charter

ItineraryDay 1: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showersDay 2: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showersDay 3: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showersDay 4: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showers
$2100 Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

San Blas All Inclusive Sailing Charter

ItineraryDay 1: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showersDay 2: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showersDay 3: San Blas IslandsStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionDepending on your preferences we will customize your sailing vacation. We can explore the outer, and more remote islands of San Blas or stay anchored giving you time to enjoy the white beaches and swim and snorkel in the clear ocean.Duration: 1 dayMeals included: • Breakfast • Lunch • DinnerAccommodation included: Enjoy your stay in one of the 4 spacious double cabins with ensuite bathrooms and showers
$259 Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours

Private Day tour in San Blas Islands

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Panama City Panama Temple, Panama City, Panama ProvincePIck up between 5:20 to 5:40am.Pass By: San Blas Cat, Carti Tupile, San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionArrival to the portStop At: Cabañas WailidubFirst one is Island Waily Lodge where you will stay from 10am to 1pm. In this island you will have lobster lunch. Our team will prepare your umbrella and beach chair. You have 3 kayaks to share, we recommend to take one and visit the sides of the island or if you are adventurous you can go to the island in front. We recommend also to check out the coral reef which is just behind the island, you can swim all around the restaurant until you see the coral reef, is one of best ones in San blas islands. Also if you like starfishes you can swim under the cabins over the water and spot some of them, this is place to find them! Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Isla Perro, San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionVisit Sunken Boat in front of Island Perro, snorkel mask will be provided.Duration: 1 hourStop At: San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionVisit natural swimming pool. just walk all round and try to find your starfish!Duration: 1 hourPass By: San Blas Cat, Carti Tupile, San Blas Islands, Guna Yala RegionBack to the port around :330p - 4pmPass By: Panama City Panama Temple, Panama City, Panama ProvinceBack to your hotel in Panama city
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South America Cruise - Ushuaia to Cartagena

The western coast of South America is stunning, as the landscape changes drastically from region to region. This 38-day cruise will find you exploring the best of the west coast aboard the G Expedition. Begin this incredible journey at the end of the earth in Ushuaia where you’ll sail north through incredible fjords and past glaciers before heading on up to the Caribbean coast in search of tropical islands hugged by turquoise waters. Everything South America is here: explore Machu Picchu, get lost inside the Darien Jungle, ride through the Panama Canal, and loads more. Prepare yourself for an adventure that will leave you with moments you’ll cherish forever.

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South America Cruise - Guayaquil to Cartagena

Hoping to sail the turquoise waters of the Caribbean without going on a massive cruise ship? This 12-day South American cruise is just the ticket. Start your journey in Ecuador and sail to its secluded island: Isla de la Plata. Get inside the heart of the Darien Jungle and make meaningful connections with the Emberá tribe. Transit through the Panama Canal and sail towards the famed San Blas Islands. Finally, end this magical expedition in Cartagena, Colombia’s Caribbean coastal town. Uncover South America’s tropical beat aboard the G Expedition.
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South America Cruise - Santiago to Cartagena

A wise soul once said: “It’s not the destination but the journey that counts.” Those words certainly ring true with respect to this tour. The moment you board the G Expedition you can expect to sail into a journey you’ll remember forever. This 25-day voyage is filled with so many highlights, it would be impossible to list them all; but what we can tell you is that you’ll discover the life-changing beauty of South America’s western coast. Included trips to Machu Picchu, the Darien Jungle, and the Panama Canal will give you plenty to write home about.
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