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A boat on turquoise waters surrounded by lush green hills. 1
A white sailboat with red and white stripes on the water. 2
A boat interior with a round seating area, a central table, and a window overlooking the sea. 3
A boat's interior with a wooden table, a small bench, and a door leading to a cabin. 4
A sailboat with a wooden deck, a white cabin, and a red canopy. 5

Caribbean Catamaran Day Cruise: Beaches, Snorkelling & Lunch

By San Blas Paradise Sailing - Catamaran Experience
9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$137 per infant
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Panama's breathtaking Caribbean gems—only reachable by sea! With over 20 years of sailing experience, we know exactly where to take you for that “hidden paradise” vibe.

Get picked up at 7:00 AM from your Panama City accommodation for a scenic 2-hour drive to historic Portobelo—a Spanish port founded in 1597, or meet us at the dock by 9:00 AM to catch a speedboat to our catamaran.

We’ll sail 50 minutes to Venas Azules, a turquoise mangrove lagoon, which we’ll explore by dinghy for 1.5 hours—swimming or relaxing in calm shallow waters.

Next, it’s a 30-minute sail to Playa Drake, where you’ll have 2.5 hours to snorkel vibrant coral reefs, paddleboard, kayak, swim, or simply kick back on the beach or boat.
At 1 PM, enjoy a delicious local meal onboard.

After soaking in all that beauty and fun, we’ll cruise back to Portobelo with hearts full of unforgettable memories.

Love cruising? Craving off-the-beaten-path spots? This is your perfect escape!

Activity location

  • Panama City
    • Panama City, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Je_trip507 transporte acuatico santiago de la Gloria
    • Panamá, Provincia de Colón, Panama

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PRIVATE TOUR from Portobelo

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

PRIVATE BOAT: It's exclusively for you and your group.
Duration: 6 hours
Lunch and Water
The tour starts from Portobelo: You will meet us at the designated meeting point: Portobelo Dock.
Hotel transfers NOT INCLUDED: This option does not include return transport from Panama City, and you will meet us directly at the meeting point.

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$135.96 x 1 InfantAU$135.96
Paid at activityAU$1.43
Total
Price is AU$137.39

Shared Tour from PORTOBELO

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English

SHARED TOUR: you'll be joining other travellers for the experience. It's a great way to meet new people.
Duration: 6 hours
Lunch and Water
Playa Blanca and Blue Veins
The tour starts from Portobelo: This option does not include return transport from Panama City, and you will meet us directly at the meeting point.

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$198.94 x 1 AdultAU$198.94
Paid at activityAU$1.43
Total
Price is AU$200.37

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Kayak, Paddleboard and Floating noodles
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Safety equipment
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Drinking Water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A freshly prepared lunch will be served on the catamaran. For guests with a kosher diet, we can offer a fresh fruit alternative.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snorkelling mask and tube
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks and Snacks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Beach towel
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    $20/group if pickup from Panama City is included but hotel is in PlayaBonita,Tocumen,C.Este,S.Maria
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Playa Blanca entry fee to access the beach (may not always be charged)

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travellers with limited mobility
  • Not suitable for travellers who are unable to go barefoot
  • Not suitable for travellers who are unwilling to follow safety guidelines and onboard instructions

Activity itinerary

Panama City

  • 2h
You will be picked up from the comfort of your accommodation in Panama City and driven to Portobelo if you select the option that includes pickup.

Portobelo

  • 10m
You will arrive at the dock in Portobelo, where the tour begins. Here, you can admire the historic Spanish fortifications built over 500 years ago, including Fort Santiago. From the dock, a speedboat will take you out to the catamaran to begin your adventure.

Venas Azules

  • 1h 30m
Our first stop is Blue Veins. This beautiful mangrove lagoon features crystal-clear waters. Here, we’ll explore the lagoon by dinghy, allowing you to fully appreciate its natural beauty and peaceful surroundings.

Playa Blanca

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Then we’ll sail for about 30 minutes to Playa Blanca. This tropical white-sand beach is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the Caribbean vibes. Here, you can go snorkelling to admire beautiful coral reefs and colourful fish, enjoy kayaking, take a refreshing swim, or simply unwind on the beach or on the catamaran.

Portobelo

  • 1h
After enjoying our time at the beach, we will head back to Portobelo.

Panama City

  • 2h
If you’ve selected the return transport option, you will be comfortably driven from Portobelo back to Panama City, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Panama City
    • Panama City, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Je_trip507 transporte acuatico santiago de la Gloria
    • Panamá, Provincia de Colón, Panama

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