The San Blas Islands Sailing Blog

Before diving in, we'd like to revisit a topic that often raises questions among first-time visitors to San Blas: how to actually get there. Although we've covered transportation before, it's one of the most frequently asked questions we receive. Since transfer options, schedules, and guest preferences evolve over time, we felt it was worth updating this guide with the latest information, practical advice, and a clear comparison of each option. How to get to the San Blas isla

"Seven days. More than 365 islands. Countless memories." There are sailing destinations with beautiful beaches. There are destinations with excellent snorkeling. There are destinations rich in culture. Then there is San Blas One of the few places in the world where you can experience all three in a single week. Located on Panama's Caribbean coast, the San Blas archipelago is made up of more than 365 tropical islands, protected by the indigenous Guna people. There are no cruis

Imagine arriving after months of planning your Caribbean vacation, only to find beaches covered in meters of brown seaweed, a strong rotten egg smell in the air, and tractors working from sunrise trying to clear the shoreline. Unfortunately, this has become reality across much of the Caribbean. While destinations like the Mexican Caribbean, parts of the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, Florida, and many eastern Caribbean islands now prepare for annual sargassum invasions,

As you sail through the crystal-clear waters of San Blas, surrounded by white-sand islands and endless shades of blue, it is difficult to imagine that these peaceful waters were once part of one of the busiest and most dangerous maritime routes in the world. For more than two centuries, Spanish treasure fleets crossed the Caribbean carrying unimaginable wealth. Gold and silver from the mines of South America were transported to Panama, carried across the isthmus, and loaded o

With wars affecting different parts of the world, airline disruptions, and growing uncertainty in some destinations, it is understandable that families want reassurance before booking a trip. Over the years we've seen concerns about the Middle East, the Venezuela crisis, and many other global events. Fortunately, San Blas has remained largely untouched by these issues. Safety remains one of the most common questions we receive from families planning a trip to San Blas. After

A Floating Luxury Villa in the Heart of the Caribbean The Leopard 50 is one of the most attractive options for families and groups looking for a premium San Blas catamaran charter with space, comfort, privacy, and style. Designed for up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins, each with its own ensuite bathroom and A/C, this modern catamaran is ideal for families, couples traveling together, or groups of friends who want a private, all-inclusive sailing experience in one of the most b

San Blas is one of the most extraordinary sailing destinations in the Caribbean. Remote islands, clear water, protected anchorages, and a way of life that still still untouched by mass tourism. But because the charter industry here is still relatively young, there is one important difference guests should understand before booking a sailing charter in San Blas: Most boats you find while searching online for your sailing vacation in the San Blas are not operated to the same st

Tips for sailing San Blas during the summer months.

Our Latest Fleet Addition: The Neel 51 Trimaran — A New Way to Experience San Blas This May we’re not just adding a new boat to the fleet. We’re introducing a new way to live San Blas. Imagine waking up surrounded by still, turquoise water. No marina noise. No crowds. Just palm trees and silence. You step into a wide, light-filled living space where the sea is visible in every direction — coffee in hand, family still asleep, the day unfolding slowly. This is the feeling our N

Flybridge vs No Flybridge: Why catamaran layout—not size—determines how you truly experience life onboard When choosing a catamaran, most people focus on size, cabins, or price. But there’s one detail that ends up defining your entire experience onboard—and most people don’t realize it until they’ve experienced both: Where the captain is positioned. It may sound minor. It’s not. In simple terms: No flybridge: the helm (steering position) is in the cockpit, the main guest area