Pelicano Island Overnight Tour from Panama City
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Pelicano Island, locally known as Gorgidub, is a small and peaceful San Blas island for couples and families seeking a quieter overnight stay. Choose shared or private accommodation, stay for one or more nights, and enjoy included excursions based on the length of your booking.
Prices start at $180 per person for one night in a Group Cabin or $110 per person, per night for stays of two nights or more.
Pelicano Island at a Glance
- Overnight San Blas stay with early-morning Panama City pickup
- Group Cabins for 6–8 guests or Private Cabins for 2–4 guests
- Shared bathroom facilities for both cabin types
- Adult and child rates available for Private Cabins; child rates apply to ages 5–9
- Round-trip shared 4x4 transportation and round-trip boat transfers included
- Accommodation, meals, a mealtime beverage, and island entrance included
- Included excursions scale with the length of stay, up to three excursions
- Standard departure or a $35 late-checkout option that includes lunch
About Pelicano Island | San Blas, Panama
Pelicano Island is known as a filming location for the Netflix series Money Heist. Its calm water, palm trees, and small-island setting create a peaceful backdrop between meals and excursions.
Pelicano Island Pricing:
All accommodation rates are per person. The multi-night rate is charged per person, per night.
Private Cabin:
A private cabin is ideal for couples, families, or small groups.
- Sleeps 2–4 guests
- Shared bathroom facilities
1 Night
— $200
2+ Nights — $130 per night
Kids: (Ages: 5–9)
The child rate applies only when booking a Private Cabin.
- Ages 5–9 only
- Children count toward cabin occupancy
1 Night
— $130
2+ Nights — $85 per night
Group Cabin:
A shared cabin for guests comfortable staying with other travelers.
- Sleeps 6–8 guests
- Shared bathroom facilities
1 Night
— $180
2+ Nights — $110 per night
Pelicano Island Accommodations
All accommodation rates are per person. The multi-night rate is charged per person, per night.
Group Cabin
The Group Cabin is shared accommodation for 6–8 guests. Sleeping space and bathroom facilities are shared with other travellers.
Private Cabin
The Private Cabin gives 2–4 guests their own sleeping accommodation. Bathrooms are shared. Child rates for ages 5–10 apply only to this cabin type, and children count toward occupancy.
Tentative Pelicano Island 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)
- Pickup: 5:00 AM – 5:20 AM
- Depart Panama City: ~5:30 AM
- Breakfast stop (Not Included): ~6:30 AM
- Passport verification: 7:15 AM - 7:30 AM
- Arrive at the port: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
- Arrive to Pelicano Island: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Settle in & start enjoying Pelicano Island: 10:30 AM – 11:50 AM
- Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Afternoon: Relax and enjoy Pelicano Island, or enjoy the attractions or excursions (island staff will let you know when they take place).
- Dinner:
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Full Days (For trips of 2 nights or more)
There is no fixed daily schedule. Your full day is designed around the following meal times:
- Breakfast: 7:00 AM-8:30 AM
- Lunch: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
- Dinner:
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Between meals: Enjoy free time at the beach on Pelicano Island. If you are taking one of your included excursions, the local staff will inform you once its time to depart on the excursion. Times can vary from day to day and cannot be confirmed exactly in advance.
Final Day - Standard Checkout (Return to Panama City)
- 7:00 a.m.–7:45 a.m: Breakfast
- 8:15 a.m.: Departure from Pelicano Island for the port
- Approximately 9:00 a.m: Arrival at the port
- 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m: Estimated arrival in Panama City
Final Day - Late Checkout
Late checkout costs $35, includes lunch, and must be paid while booking. Vacate the cabin at 9:00 a.m. for cleaning and store your luggage. Requests made on the island cannot be guaranteed.
- 7:00 a.m.–8:00 a.m: Breakfast
- 9:00 a.m: Vacate the cabin and store your luggage
- 9:10 a.m.–11:50 a.m: Enjoy Pelicano Island and available paddleboarding or snorkeling activities
- 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m: Included lunch
- 1:10 p.m.–2:45 p.m: Free time on the island
- 3:00 p.m.: Departure from Pelicano Island for the port
- Approximately 3:45 p.m: Arrival at the port
- 7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m:
Estimated arrival in Panama City
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.
Pelicano Island Amenities
Included & Excluded
What To Bring
Excursions
Included Excursions
Enjoy an unforgettable experience. Your booking includes 1 excursion where you will explore 2 stunning islands plus the famous natural pool.
Excursions generally include visits to nearby islands, the natural pool, or snorkeling activities. Local staff will provide exact names, routes, schedules, and details upon arrival, as these depend on weather conditions and island logistics.
Optional Extra / Add-on:
Add a visit to the spectacular Dutch Cays (Cayos Holandeses) to your itinerary for just $60 USD per person.
Suggested Destinations
Padar Island
Komodo Island
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 - Frequently Asked Questions
Choose your cabin type, number of nights, and any applicable child rates, then complete your booking now. Add the $35 late-checkout option during booking if you want lunch and additional island time on departure day.
What accommodation is available on Pelicano Island?
Group Cabins accommodate 6–8 guests and Private Cabins accommodate 2–4. Both use shared bathrooms.
Is there a child rate?
Yes. In Private Cabins, ages 5–9 cost $130 for one night or $85 per night for 2+ nights. Children count toward occupancy.
Are excursions included?
Yes. One night includes one excursion, two nights include up to two, and 3+ nights include up to three. Typical experiences involve nearby islands, a natural pool, or snorkeling; details are confirmed on the island.
Are meals included?
Yes. Island meals and one juice, soda, or water with each meal are included. Seafood or chicken is available. The arrival-day restaurant breakfast is separate.
What time is pickup from Panama City?
Pickup from your Panama City hotel or Airbnb is generally from 5:00 a.m. to 5:20 a.m.; departure is around 5:30 a.m.
What time do guests return to Panama City?
Standard departure returns around 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.; late checkout returns around 7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
What does late checkout include?
It costs $35, includes lunch, and extends island time until the 3:00 p.m. departure. Pay while booking; on-island requests are not guaranteed. Vacate the cabin at 9:00 a.m.
