Pelicano Island Day Trip from Panama City
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Explore Pelicano Island and other San Blas highlights on a full-day trip from Panama City. This multi-stop experience is suited to travellers who want island time, swimming, and a Guna community visit in one day, with an early departure and an evening return.
Prices are $135 USD per adult, $95 USD per youth ages 5–9, and $50 USD per toddler ages 0–4.
Pelicano Island Day Trip at a Glance
- Full-day San Blas trip from Panama City
- Shared pickup from Panama City between 5:00 a.m. and 5:20 a.m.
- Tentative route with a Guna community, Ina Island, Anmardub Island, Pelicano Island, and the Natural Pool
- Expect to visit two or three islands; exact attractions can change with local logistics
- Lunch with one juice, soda, or water included
- Shared round-trip 4x4 and boat transportation included
- Estimated return to Panama City between 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
- Original passport required; photocopies are not accepted
- Not wheelchair accessible and not recommended for pregnant travellers or people with back, hip, or serious pre-existing medical conditions
About Pelicano Island Day Trip In San Blas, Panama
Pelicano Island is known for its appearance in Money Heist (La Casa de Papel). For travelers drawn by the filming location, the visit offers a chance to experience the island as part of a broader Guna Yala route rather than as a standalone set location.
Pelicano Island Day Trip Pricing:
Prices are in USD and charged per person. Select the traveller category that matches each guest’s age.
Adult: (Age 10+)
Per Adult
— $135
Youth: (Ages 5 - 9)
Per Child
— $95
Toddler: (Ages 0 - 4)
Per Toddler
— $50
Pelicano Island Day Trip Itinerary & Logistics
The following schedule is a general guide. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, regional-entry procedures, and local island logistics can change the order or timing without notice.
Arrival Day (Panama City → Port → Pelicano Island)
- 5:00 a.m.–5:20 a.m.: Pickup from your location in Panama City, including eligible hotels and Airbnbs
- 5:30 a.m.: Departure from Panama City
- 6:30 a.m.: Stop at the gas station before entering the mountain road
- 7:15 am - 7:30 am: Passport verification at the regional entrance
- 8:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m.: Arrival at the port
- 9:30 a.m.: Visit a Guna Yala community
- 10:15 a.m.–10:45 a.m.: Arrive at Ina Island
- 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: Arrive at Anmardub Island
- 12:15 p.m.–2:15 p.m.: Arrive at Pelicano Island, enjoy the island, and have lunch
- 2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.: Visit the Natural Pool
- 3:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.: Return to the port for departure
- 7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.:
Return to Panama City
Exact attractions and schedules may change without notice depending on local logistics and island staff decisions. Expect sudden weather changes during the trip.
Passport, Transport, and Border Requirements
- Bring your original passport. Entry is not permitted without it, and photocopies are not accepted.
- Shared transportation is used for all customers; it is not private.
- Toddlers must sit on an accompanying adult’s lap during all ground and boat transportation.
- Travellers ages 0–9 do not pay the Guna Yala Border Fee. Travellers ages 10 and older must pay it in cash: $22 for foreign visitors or $7 for Panama residents.
- Breakfast at the morning stop is optional, not included, and paid separately if you choose it.
- There are no ATMs on the islands, so bring enough cash for the border fee and personal purchases.
Traveler Suitability
This trip is not wheelchair accessible. It is not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with back or hip problems, or anyone with a serious pre-existing medical condition.
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What To Bring
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Cancellation & Refunds
You may cancel your trip at any time. Refunds follow three simple rules. You receive a 90% refund when you cancel more than 5 days before your trip because local permits and fees are non refundable once issued. You receive a 50% refund when you cancel between 2 and 5 days before your trip. You receive no refund when you cancel less than 2 days before your trip. All payments are processed securely on our website or via bank transfer. View our refund policy.
Pelicano Island Day Trip - Frequently Asked Questions
Choose the correct age category for each traveller and complete your Pelicano Island Day Trip booking now.
How much does the Pelicano Island Day Trip cost?
The trip costs $135 USD per adult, $95 USD per youth ages 5–9, and $50 USD per toddler ages 0–4. Each price is per person.
What places are included in the tentative itinerary?
The tentative route includes a Guna Yala community, Ina Island, Anmardub Island, Pelicano Island, and the Natural Pool. Expect to visit two or three islands. Exact attractions, schedules, and stop order may change because of local logistics and island staff decisions.
Why is Pelicano Island associated with Money Heist?
Pelicano Island is known for appearing in Money Heist (La Casa de Papel). The day trip also includes other island, swimming, and cultural experiences, so the filming connection is only one part of the visit.
Are lunch and drinks included?
Lunch on Pelicano Island is included with one juice, soda, or water. Bring additional drinking water for the day. Any breakfast you choose at the morning stop is paid separately.
Are transportation and boat transfers included?
Yes. Shared round-trip 4x4 transportation from Panama City and round-trip boat transfers are included. Transportation is shared with other customers and is not private.
Do I need my passport and cash?
Yes. Bring your original passport because photocopies are not accepted. Travellers ages 10 and older must also carry cash for the Guna Yala Border Tax: $22 for foreign visitors or $7 for Panama residents. There are no ATMs on the islands.
Do children pay the Guna Yala Border Fee?
Children ages 0–9 do not pay the border fee. Travellers ages 10 and older pay the applicable tax in cash.
Can toddlers join the trip?
Yes. A toddler rate is available for children ages 0–4. Toddlers must sit on an accompanying adult’s lap during all ground and boat transportation.
What time does the trip leave and return?
Pickup in Panama City is scheduled between 5:00 a.m. and 5:20 a.m., with departure at approximately 5:30 a.m. The estimated return to Panama City is between 7:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Is the Pelicano Island Day Trip suitable for everyone?
The trip is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for pregnant travellers, people with back or hip problems, or anyone with a serious pre-existing medical condition.
