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SEVEN SAN BLAS DAY TOURS · STARTING FROM —
San Blas day tripsfrom Panama City.
Day trips start at — per person, with round-trip transport from Panama City and a Guna captain at the helm.
The best day trip from Panama City, seven ways.
Panama City is packed with day tours, from the Panama Canal and Monkey Island to sloth sanctuaries and Emberá villages in the rainforest. For clear Caribbean water and white-sand islands, the top day trip from Panama City is San Blas (Guna Yala): leave at dawn, cross the jungle road to the coast, spend the day island hopping and swimming, and be back the same evening.
Each of our seven San Blas day trips includes hotel pickup in Panama City, round-trip 4x4 and boat transport and a Guna captain, from — per person.
- Pelicano
- Ina
- Anmardub
- Natural Pool
Most popular
Our most popular day trip · 1 Day Tour
Pelicano Island + Guna Community
A Guna community visit, three islands, kayaks and paddle boards.
- Guna community
- 3 islands
- Kayaks
— / person
Book Now- Yanis
- Natural Pool
- Perro Chico
- Nugnudup
Most booked
1 Day Tour
Yanis Island
Sunken ship, Perro Chico, Yanis and the starfish pool.
- Sunken ship
- Perro Chico
- Starfish pool
— / person
- Yanis
- Perro Chico
- Natural Pool
- Nugnudup
Snorkel focus
1 Day Tour
Perro Chico Island
Snorkel the wreck, then swim and relax on Perro Chico.
- Wreck snorkel
- Perro Chico
- Swim stops
— / person
- Chichime
- Natural Pool
- Diablo
Active day
1 Day Tour
Chichime Island
An active day on the biggest island, plus Diablo Island and the Natural Pool.
- Chichime
- Diablo
- Natural Pool
— / person
- Diablo
- Chichime
- Natural Pool
Beach volleyball
1 Day Tour
Diablo Island
The best island for beach volleyball, plus Chichime and the Natural Pool.
- Volleyball
- Chichime
- Natural Pool
— / person
- Gagandub
- Dad Igua
- Nugnudup
- Natural Pool
Four stops
1 Day Tour
Cayos Limones
Four stops, lunch on Dad Igua or Gagandub, and a guide in English and Spanish.
- 4 stops
- Snorkelling
- Natural Pool
— / person
- Anmardub
- Isla Estrella
- Natural Pool
- Naranjo Chico
Least crowded
1 Day Tour
Naranjo Chico
Rustic and the least crowded, with a Guna community visit and the Natural Pool.
- Guna community
- Natural Pool
- Lunch included
— / person
How our san blas day trips work.
Pickup, the jungle road and the boat are the same on every trip. Pick a trip to see what changes in the middle.
- Step 01
Pickup in Panama City
A 4x4 collects you from your hotel between 5 and 5:30 AM.
- Step 02
Through the jungle
The road climbs over the hills into Guna Yala territory.
- Step 03
Boat to the islands
Your Guna captain takes you out from the port.
- Step 04
Island hopping
Perro Chico, Yanis and the sunken ship, with time to swim.
- Step 04
Guna community visit
Visit a Guna island community before you start hopping.
- Step 04
The sunken ship
Snorkel the wreck with your Guna crew close by.
- Step 04
Chichime Island
Swim, relax on the beach and have lunch on Wissudub.
- Step 04
Chichime and lunch
Beach time on Chichime, with lunch served on the island.
- Step 04
Gagandub and Dad Igua
Two island stops, with lunch on Dad Igua or Gagandub.
- Step 04
Island hopping
Anmardub, the natural pool and Isla Estrella in the morning.
- Step 05
The natural pool
Waist-deep water and starfish on a sandbank at sea.
- Step 05
Play on Pelicano
Snorkel, volleyball, the natural pool, kayaks and paddle boards.
- Step 05
Perro Chico
Swim and relax on a small palm island.
- Step 05
Natural pool and Diablo
Float in the starfish pool, then a last stop on Diablo.
- Step 05
Natural pool and Diablo
Float in the starfish pool, then explore rustic Diablo Island.
- Step 05
Nugnudup Island
The natural pool first, then swim, snorkel or kayak off Nugnudup.
- Step 05
Naranjo Chico
Lunch on the island, then the afternoon free on the beach.
- Step 06
Back to your hotel
Drop-off in Panama City the same evening.
Typical timing: pickup between 5 and 5:30 AM, back in Panama City between 6 and 7 PM. Exact times are confirmed when you book.
Selected trip · 1 Day Tour
Yanis Island + Natural Pool
The classic first day in San Blas. Snorkel over the sunken ship, swim off Perro Chico and Yanis, then stand among starfish in the natural pool.
Sunken shipPerro ChicoYanis IslandStarfish pool
— / person
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Pelicano Island + Guna Community
Start with a visit to a Guna community, then hop across three islands. On Pelicano there is time to snorkel, play volleyball, float in the natural pool or take out a kayak or paddle board.
Community visit3 islandsSnorkellingVolleyballNatural poolKayaksPaddle boards
— / person
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Perro Chico + Sunken Ship
A simpler, water-first day. Snorkel the sunken ship, then swim and relax on Perro Chico before the ride back to Panama City.
Sunken shipSnorkellingPerro Chico
— / person
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Chichime Island
An active mix of beach time and swimming. Explore the shoreline of Chichime and have lunch there, then float in the natural pool and finish the day on Diablo Island.
Chichime IslandBeach timeLunch includedNatural poolDiablo Island
— / person
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Diablo Island
A rustic, hands-on day built around Diablo Island, also known as Niadub. Start with beach time and lunch on Chichime, swim in the natural pool, then spend the afternoon exploring Diablo.
Chichime IslandLunch includedNatural poolDiablo Island
— / person
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Cayos Limones
A day between palm-lined islands and shallow water. Stop at Gagandub and Dad Igua with lunch on one of them, then float in the natural pool and swim, snorkel or kayak off Nugnudup. A local guide in English and Spanish is included.
4 stopsSnorkellingKayaksNatural poolEnglish & Spanish guide
— / person
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Naranjo Chico
Our least crowded day trip. Hop from Anmardub to the natural pool and Isla Estrella in the morning, then have lunch on Naranjo Chico and spend the afternoon on its white-sand beach.
Least crowdedAnmardubNatural poolIsla EstrellaNaranjo Chico
— / person
See Full ItineraryWhat all of our day trips include.
Whichever island you pick, we handle the logistics that make San Blas hard to do alone. Here is what is included, what is not, and what to pack.
Included
Door to island and back
- Pickup and drop-off in Panama City
- 4x4 transfer to the Guna Yala port
- Boat transfers with a Guna captain
- Island hopping on the trip you choose
- Lunch and snorkel gear
Not included
Pay on the day
- Guna Yala entry fee, paid in cash: $22 for tourists ($7 for Panama residents)
- Additional food or drinks
Bring
Your day bag
- Your passport
- Cash for the entry fee
- Swimwear and reef-safe sunscreen
- A dry bag for the boat
- Good vibes
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Compare all seven side by side.
Compare prices, islands and activities for all seven of our San Blas day trips from Panama City. Every trip costs —–— per person and includes round-trip transport, the Natural Pool and snorkeling.
| Feature | Yanis | Chichime | Most bookedPelicano | Naranjo Chico | Perro Chico | Cayos Limones | Diablo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highlight | Popular Pelicano Alternative | Adventurous & Biggest Island | Money Heist Island From Netflix | Rustic & Least Crowded | San Blas’s iconic snorkeling spot | Four Attractions & English Guide | Best for Volleyball |
| Price | — / person | — / person | — / person | — / person | — / person | — / person | — / person |
| Transport | Round trip | Round trip | Round trip | Round trip | Round trip | Round trip | Round trip |
| Islands | Yanis, Perro Chico, Nugnudup | Chichime, Diablo | Pelicano, Ina, Anmardub | Anmardub, Isla Estrella, Naranjo Chico | Yanis, Perro Chico, Nugnudup | Gagandub, Dad Igua, Nugnudup | Chichime, Diablo |
| Natural Pool | |||||||
| Snorkelling | |||||||
| Sunken ship | – | – | – | – | – | ||
| Community Visit | – | – | – | – | – | ||
| Best for | Couples, solo travelers and groups | Groups & solo travelers | Families, Couples & Groups | Couples & Groups | Couples, solo travelers and groups | Families, Couples, and solo travelers | Groups & Solo Travelers |
| Book | Book | Book | Book | Book | Book | Book |
San Blas Day Trip Questions.
How much is a San Blas day trip from Panama City?
— to — per person, depending on the island. Round-trip transport from Panama City and your boat with a Guna captain are included. The Guna Yala entry fee of $22 for tourists ($7 for Panama residents) is paid separately in cash.
Can you visit San Blas in one day?
Yes. Every day trip picks you up in Panama City in the morning and drops you back the same evening, with island stops, swimming and snorkelling in between.
Which San Blas day trip should I choose?
Choose Yanis + Natural Pool for starfish and the sunken ship, Pelicano + Guna Community for a community visit plus kayaks and paddle boards, Perro Chico + Sunken Ship for a snorkel-first day, Chichime Island for an active day of swimming and beach time, Diablo Island for a more rustic island feel, Cayos Limones for island time with swimming and snorkelling, or Naranjo Chico for our least crowded day.
What time is pickup, and when do we get back?
Pickup is between 5 and 5:30 AM from your Panama City hotel, and you are usually back between 6 and 7 PM. We confirm exact times when you book.
What should I bring on a San Blas day trip?
Your passport, cash for the Guna Yala entry fee of $22 for tourists ($7 for Panama residents), swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen and a dry bag for the boat.
Can I stay overnight instead?
Yes. Island stays start at — per person, and our 2 Days, 1 Night package starts at —.
A few more islands to call home
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Best valueAroma
from — / personA rustic, social island with group cabins and easy snorkelling straight off the beach.
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