Catamaran Cabin Charters 3 - 6 days

Get the best privacy aboard the selected 52′ catamaran: maximum 8 guests per cruise in 4 double cabins with en-suite private bathroom.       

Singles are also welcome as well as exclusive charter of the whole catamaran (consult us for conditions).

ALL INCLUDED ABOARD: crew, fueling, linen, meals, lobsters, giants crabs, catch of the day, open bar wines soft and hard drinks, snorkeling gears. read more

San Blas sailing is a Panamanian tourism board registered company: no hidden costs, tourism board license, English speaking staff, 24/7 on site assistance, major credit cards accepted, all included formula. Do not leave your vacation budget in unknow hands (web site merchants with no legal status nor offices in Panama offering frequently sailboats with no insurances): read more.

The selected catamaran is the Gitano del Mar – Lagoon 470, with a Franco-Guna crew.

A typical 3 or 6 days itinerary * :

Day 1 

 Flight Panama City to San Blas / Corazon (45 min) taking off at 08:00 am (consult us for pricing)

• Welcome aboard.
• 1 to 2 hours of sailing toward the Hollandes Cays
• Anchoring in turquoise waters: swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach
• Lunch prepared with the catch of the day (fish, lobsters, giant crabs, etc.) and/or meat with rice or vegetables. Cheese selection – tropical fruits
• Explore the surroundings by dinghy or paddle board
• Dinner on board or on the beach. Meet fellow sailors

Day 2

• Breakfast on board.
• 1.5 hours of sailing to Isla Camgombia or Mordbedup: crafts (molas, winis, etc.).
• Full preparation of coconut rice: first, grate the coconut! Lunch based on your own preparation + salads and much more.
• Snorkeling on the reefs or fishing.
• Dinner on board – followed by a beach bonfire party.

Day 3

• Breakfast on board.
• Sail 1 hour to the Coco Bandero island group, a beautiful spot for snorkeling or paddleboarding.
• Lunch.
• Sail 45 minutes to Nargana – Corazón de Jesús.
• You can visit the community or go upriver with the local boat.
• Dinner on board or at a local restaurant (at the guest’s expense).

Day 4 (end of the 3-day cruise)

• Breakfast on board.
• Flight back to Panama City (45 minutes) departing from San Blas at 8:45 AM.
• Local airport / hotel transfer available upon request (additional cost).

Day 4 (for the 6-day cruise)

• Breakfast on board.
• Sail towards the large coral reef bank west of the Hollandes Cays (Miriyadup).
• Anchor and enjoy playing volleyball with the Guna people.
• Great place for snorkeling and paddleboarding.
• Lunch on board or on the beach.
• Explore the reef outside the barrier (weather permitting).
• Dinner on board.

Day 5

• Breakfast on board.
• Sail the Cayo Guanidup area.
• Visit the traditional Mormakeutupu community.
• Meet the mola creators in their homes.
• Meet the community chief (if available).
• You can purchase local crafts.
• Lunch on board.
• Sail from this area to Isla Verde.
• Dinner on board.

Day 6

• Breakfast on board.
• Last day at this beautiful anchorage.
• Sometimes, spotted eagle rays are seen.
• One of the most beautiful snorkeling spots in the Western Caribbean is just north of this island (weather permitting).
• Lunch on board.
• You can collect shells on the beach of the small islet south of the anchorage.
• Sail to Corazón de Jesús.
• Visit the local community: school, homes, “sailatura,” bar with billiards, etc.
• Dinner on board or at a local restaurant (at the guest’s expense).

Day 7

• Breakfast on board.
• 8:45 AM: flight back to Panama, landing at 9:30 AM.

* IMPORTANT: the skipper may decide at anytime to change this itinerary due to his personal appreciation of the situation (weather conditions, etc..). This itinerary is a sample of what will be your cruise. Restrictions to village visits may apply regarding sanitary rules.

ALL INCLUDED (even hard drinks!)

Not Included:

• 45-minute flight from Panama to San Blas: USD 300 round trip per person during high season. In the low season, the cruise begins in Cartí (land transportation available, please inquire).
• Landing taxes ($24 per person), payable in cash, or entry to the territory ($22 per person) and boat ride ($60-70.00 per person) if land transportation is used.
• Tips (optional).

Note that we also offer a special package including this cruise but also the receptive services, hotel night in Panama City, Panama city and Canal Tours, etc.. : click here to learn more