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Arriving on Fridays
Begin your stay in Panama with a visit to an Embera community in Chagres National Park, where you will have to opportunity to learn about the ancient and fascinating way of life of these Indians. Then travel to El Valle, a charming mountain town in the crater of an extinct volcano high above the Panamanian Pacific coast. Finally, you will be one of few people to stay in the San Blas Islands, the autonomous region of the Kuna Indians. This expedition is affordably priced and includes some of Panama's most interesting Amerindian cultures.
Arrive at Panama International Airport, where you will be met by a representative and taken to your hotel in Panama City.
After breakfast visit a paradise found in its purest form. This tour leaves Panama City at 8:30 AM and begins with a surface transfer to the corotu pier, then a ride in a "piragua" (a native boat) along the route commonly used by the Indians for their daily transport along the Chagres River. A hike through a forest follows, with a local indigenous guide and an expert guide to explain botanical novelties and the culture of this authentic Chocoe-Embera village. In the village, the tribe will share their culture through dances, rituals, food, etc. You will have the opportunity to partake in "jagua", body painting with vegetable ink. Arrival back in Panama City is estimated at 4:00 PM. (BL)
This excursion begins early with a two-hour drive along the Pan-American Highway to the beautiful mountain town of El Valle de Anton in the province of Cocle. According to geologists, El Valle is the crater of a dormant volcano, probably the largest in Central America. With a cool and pleasant climate, this picturesque valley rises 600 meters above sea level. This small town has a great variety of attractions such as Indian petroglyphs, hot springs, waterfalls, rock climbing and a variety of hikes for all abilities. Upon arrival, visit the picturesque Sunday Indian Market where large selections of native and national handicrafts are on sale. The tour continues with a visit to the ancient petroglyphs of the El Chorro Macho Waterfall where you can experiment the Canopy Adventure as an optional. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Panama City in the late afternoon. (BL)
Depart from your hotel early in the morning to take a 25-minute flight to Porvenir airstrip on Panama's Atlantic Coast. Transfer by motorized dugout canoe to Nalunega Lodge. You will visit the Kuna Indians Island, who maintain their culture virtually untouched including their traditions and their beautiful beaches. The Lodge has outside fresh water showers and toilets. Lunch and dinner will feature delicious San Blas seafood. Tour to a deserted island to relax on the beach (BLD)
Rent (or bring your own) snorkeling gear and explore the beautiful reefs of this area. You can also tour a neighboring island and swim in crystal-clear waters. Relax on white sand beaches or in a hammock under palms while enjoying the San Blas Islands. (BLD)
Early morning return from San Blas for flight back to Panama City. Free afternoon for relaxing and shopping. Show and folkloric dinner at Tinajas Restaurant. Overnight at a hotel in the city. (BD)
Transfer to the International Airport approximately two hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. (No meals.)
Children: 3-10 years old sharing room and tour with parents
For booking inquiries or further information please contact Sacred Earth
ATTENTION: Ask us about customizing a trip to your specific wishes and interests or about ‘fly & drive packages’, which provide you with an itinerary, hotel and self-drive rental car, but no guide or fixed schedule to give you maximum independence and flexibility at each location.
