From Riu Playa Blanca - Emberá Indigenous Village & Gamboa Town

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Parque Nacional Soberania (Pass by)

  **Soberanía National Park Wildlife Drive** We will drive through Soberanía National Park without a scheduled stop. Along the way, we may spot wildlife such as monkeys and sloths. If we see any animals, we will make a brief stop whenever possible so you can take pictures and enjoy the sighting.

  Admission ticket free
• Gamboa (Pass by)

  Gamboa Town and El Renacer Prison Gamboa is a small town located within the Panama Canal watershed, surrounded by the tropical rainforest of Soberanía National Park. Originally developed as a community for workers during the American administration of the Panama Canal, it has a rich history connected to Canal operations. Gamboa is also home to El Renacer Prison, a correctional facility inaugurated in 1912. Although it houses people convicted of different crimes, it has also held high-profile politicians and former government officials convicted of offenses such as corruption and money laundering.

  Admission ticket free
• Chagres River (Pass by)

  Chagres River Boat Ride and the Panama Canal Watershed The Chagres River is an important part of the Panama Canal watershed, supplying water essential to the operation of the Canal. Visitors enjoy a 10-minute ride in a small covered motorboat from the public dock to the Emberá village. This is a covered motorboat, not a traditional Indigenous canoe or piragua.

  Admission ticket free
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  Ella Puru Emberá Village – A Short Cultural Experience Ella Puru is the smallest and closest Emberá village to Panama City that we visit. It offers a brief introduction to Indigenous life in Panama, near the Colombian border. This cultural experience allows visitors to discover Emberá traditions and daily life without dedicating an entire day. The visit includes a 10-minute ride in a small covered boat through the lake and river within the Panama Canal watershed to reach the community. There are no jungle trails, extensive rainforest walks, or waterfall activities. With minimal physical effort, it is a comfortable option for visitors of different ages, including families with children and older travelers. It is ideal for those who want a glimpse of Indigenous culture while making the most of their time in Panama.

  2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Waterfall Hike: Not included. This tour focuses on Emberá cultural immersion, avoiding waterfall hikes to prioritize guest safety and prevent injuries.
• Designed for all ages, this short cultural experience visits one of the closest Emberá communities to Panama City.
• What to Bring: Non-slip shoes for the short muddy path to the community and a rain poncho.

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