When people talk about the most beautiful places they’ve been, San Blas is almost always top of mind. It’s not a surprise because exploring the 365 islands of this pristine archipelago is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Whether you take a trip to San Blas from Colombia or Panama, navigating the sea in a tiny boat while interacting with a different indigenous culture is unlike anything else.
You’ll be away from the tourist hustle and bustle of Panama City and immersed in a culture that is completely foreign to you. While some of the islands may be empty and pristine, others are home to villages where you can spend time chatting with the native Guna people who live on the islands. Having visited a number of these island towns with my friends who left their careers in France to buy a sailboat and travel the world, I can honestly say that their visit to San Blas was one of the most breathtaking and memorable trips of their lives.
San Blas Day Tours: A Quick Getaway to Island Paradise
The best way to experience San Blas Day Tours is on a sailboat which will allow you to hop from island to island and explore the far corners of Guna Yala. It also allows you to stay at the most unique accommodation such as an overwater dorm room or a slumber party room with 6 double beds where you can hear the waves lapping underneath you throughout the night. You’ll see a gorgeous paradise, and untouched nature, and learn about a proud and independent indigenous culture that is quite a departure from the Panama you know.