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Escape to Isla Yansailadup, one of the most beloved islands in the San Blas Lemon Keys. Perfectly located, it’s surrounded by must-see attractions like the Natural Pool, Isla Perro’s sunken shipwreck, Arena Blanca sandbank, and Isla Chichime.
What sets this tour apart is the welcoming Kuna family who host you, offering delicious fresh meals, clean beaches, and warm hospitality that our guests consistently love. You’ll stay in a private bedroom inside the main lodge (note: ceilings are open for ventilation), with shared bathrooms and showers a short walk away.
Accommodations are simple and rustic, closer to camping than luxury, but the unforgettable setting, cultural encounters, and island-hopping adventures make it truly special. With its central location, authentic vibe, and breathtaking surroundings, this 3-day San Blas experience is the perfect way to discover paradise. ✨
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
If booking with transportation from Panama City: ✅ Important: Your tour is not confirmed until we have your WhatsApp number, hotel name, and room number. Without this information, we cannot pick you up. ✅ On the day of your tour, be ready in your hotel lobby between 5:00 AM and 5:45 AM. ✅ Transportation is shared with up to 6 guests per car, so the driver will follow the most efficient route to pick up all guests. ✅ Punctuality is crucial: If you are not at your designated pickup point and waiting in the lobby, you will lose your tour without a refund. ✅ The driver will attempt to contact you via WhatsApp, but cannot wait more than 10 minutes before continuing to the next stop. If driving to San Blas on your own: ✅ Please contact our office for exact directions and instructions. ✅ Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed to enter the territory. Regular SUVs (e.g., Hyundai Tucson or similar) are not permitted due to the rough roads.
The tour starts in the port of Carti. Contact our office for exact driving directions and instructions. Plan to arrive no later than 8:30am. Only 4x4 vehicles are allowed entry into San Blas territory. All other cars and SUVs will not be allowed to enter the territory and you will lose your tour.
Itinerary
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1Panama City
If you book our optional roundtrip transportation, pickup is between 5:00–5:45 AM from your Panama City hotel. Enjoy a scenic 2.5–3 hour drive through the jungle highlands before reaching the San Blas port around 8:30–9:00 AM. The check-in may feel informal, but the Guna community’s system ensures all guests are cared for.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
2San Blas Islands
Your 30–40 minute lancha ride to Isla Yansailidup may include brief stops at other islands, giving you a glimpse of local life. Arrive between 9:30–10:00 AM and settle into paradise — relax on the beach, swing over the ocean, or try an optional SUP rental. A fresh island-style lunch and dinner are included.
1 day • Admission ticket free -
3San Blas Islands
Wake up to a traditional Guna breakfast of eggs, fruit, toast, and ojaldre. Spend the day soaking up island life — snorkel the reef, sunbathe, or simply relax under the palms. Optional SUP rentals if available. With no transfers scheduled, you have the whole day free to enjoy Yansailidup’s tranquil beauty at your own pace. Meals included.
1 day • Admission ticket free -
4San Blas Islands
Check-out from your bedroom is at 8:00am. You are welcome to store your luggage with island management. Spend the morning on the island, swimming in the warm waters, relaxing in a hammock or paddling around the island on a SUP board. Lunch is served at 12pm
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
5San Blas Islands
After lunch, enjoy a boat tour to Island Misdup — a remote new island open to visitors — before heading to the Natural Pool sandbank. Around 3:00 PM, return by boat to the port, then by car back to Panama City, arriving around 6:30–7:00 PM.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Arrival in San Blas & Isla Yansailidup
Full Day in Paradise on Isla Yansailadup
Relaxation & Return to Panama City
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
- PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORIGINAL PASSPORT. WITHOUT IT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE KUNA TERRITORY AND THE SAN BLAS ISLANDS.
- We recommend that you bring your personal hygiene items, such as towels, sunscreen, hats, mosquito repellent.
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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
- PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO BRING YOUR ORIGINAL PASSPORT. WITHOUT IT, YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE KUNA TERRITORY AND THE SAN BLAS ISLANDS.
- We recommend that you bring your personal hygiene items, such as towels, sunscreen, hats, mosquito repellent.
- Check out from your cabin on the island is at 8:00am and you should be back in Panama City between 6-7pm
- In San Blas Islands there are no ATMs - please bring cash. You can buy additional drinks, snacks, souvenirs etc.
- The boat transfer from the port to the islands may be bumpy with some sea spray. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, please prepare accordingly by bringing appropriate medication. You may also get wet, so please bring some water protection for your luggage and yourself
- There are no electrical outlets in the bedrooms, only light. You can recharge your phones and cameras in the main house.
- We will check the availability of the cabin and will send you a confirmation mail.
- 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.
- 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.
- Please be advised that San Blas is in the Kuna territory, which is an autonomous, Indian zone. The services are very basic and most cabins are minimalistic. The Kunas 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.
- Aside from using generators for electricity, there are no amenities and utilities as you are used to from the city. Food is basic, yet freshly prepared such as fresh fried fish, mixed seafood, chicken or lobster (at extra chrge) with salad, rice or plantains.
- “Tigo” is the cell phone company that has the best reception in San Blas.
- 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 :)
- ⚠️ YANSAILADUP ISLAND – IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER General Info: San Blas is a pristine, rustic paradise; Yansailadup Island offers an authentic cultural experience. Not a luxury trip — think tropical camping/cultural adventure. Bring an open mind for a once-in-a-lifetime experience far from mass tourism. Service & Hosts: Services provided by the Yansailadup Island family: boat transport, accommodation, meals, tours (if included). Tours are not guided; not all host family members speak English. Service may feel slower or informal — part of the authentic experience. Arrival: Patience requested at port check-in while all guests are accounted for. Host family will welcome you and guide your stay. Accommodation: No A/C; limited electricity (6 pm–6 am). No WiFi (local SIM may work). Shared, basic bathrooms; showers may have slight salt. Beds and sheets may be worn; water supply limited. Reused items may appear as “clutter” — please respect local practices. Meals: Freshly prepared simple meals (fish, chicken, rice, salad, patacones). Vegetarian options may be accommodated (no dedicated menu). Additional food/snacks can be purchased before departure. Transportation: Car ride: 2.5–3 hrs from Panama City in shared 4x4 SUVs. Extra seat = extra cost. Pick-up: 5:00–5:30 am (drivers cannot wait >10 min). Boat ride: 20–40 min; may stop at other islands; can be bumpy/wet. Activities & Tours: Snorkeling/other activities may be canceled due to rain or strong winds. Guests encouraged to communicate openly with hosts. Nature & Environment: Ocean currents may bring plastic debris; Kuna clean regularly. Garbage may wash ashore; guest cooperation appreciated. Sandflies common (April–Dec); bring insect repellent. Rain possible anytime (no refunds). Health & Safety: Very limited medical care; serious issues require evacuation to Panama City (guest covers cost). Final Note: Come with patience, flexibility, and respect. Kuna hosts are kind and welcoming. Questions/concerns should be raised immediately for real-time assistance.
- Shower water on Isla Yansailadup is filtered from from ocean water and has a high salt content. Please bring appropriate showering supplies to feel comfortable, such as liquid soap, prickly heat powder or baby powder to remove the salt from the skin, or wet wipes.
- 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 stop at other islands to pick up or drop off guests, offering a glimpse of authentic Guna island life.
- The check-in process at the port can feel busy and informal, but the Guna community has an organized system and all guests are well taken care of. During the boat ride, your lancha may make brief stops at nearby islands to pick up or drop off other travelers.
- The road to San Blas is very curvy. If you are sensitive to motion sickness, please prepare accordingly by bringing appropriate medication.
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Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- For a 50% refund, you must cancel 2–6 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 2 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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