The San Blas Islands Sailing Blog

We always recommend five to seven nights in San Blas. It gives you time to explore, settle into life aboard and enjoy the islands without feeling rushed.But we understand that our guests have time constraints. You may be fitting San Blas into a wider Panama trip or only have a few days to spare. San Blas does not follow the seven-night charter format common in international yacht charter destinations. You do not need to book a full week to enjoy a private San Blas catamaran c

San Blas is often described as one of the last untouched paradises in the Caribbean. And in many parts of the archipelago, that description is completely justified. But here's something visitors don't always realize before arriving: Not every San Blas experience is the same. You can spend the day on a busy island surrounded by day-trippers and boats, or wake up anchored beside a tiny palm-covered cay with nobody else around. Both experiences can happen in San Blas, sometimes

Exploring Panama's Premier Sailing Spots: Bocas del Toro, Las Perlas, and San Blas Islands Panama has for long been the favorite yacht charter destination for many of those who seek a true sailing holiday . It’s up to you to choose the location that best suits your needs, either in the Caribbean or the Pacific. Panama, located south of the hurricane zone, unlike the rest of the other sailing destinations in the Caribbean such as for example the BVI, Antigua, the Grenadines or

Today, a large tree fell on the road from Panama City to San Blas , blocking access and causing significant delays. While efforts are...

Best Transportation Options to Reach San Blas Islands from Panama City You may choose a 4 hour private or shared road transfer starting...

Explore the best flights to San Blas and uncover the fastest, safest, and most convenient ways to reach these stunning islands Traveling...

We Present you with all Details to Help you Choose the Best Transfer Option to San Blas If you’re planning a trip to the stunning San Blas Islands, getting there is part of the adventure! While San Blas is renowned for its remote beauty, reaching these secluded islands offers two distinct options: an adventurous road journey or a scenic flight over the jungle and stunning San Blas cays. Each transfer type has its unique benefits, costs, and travel times, making the choice lar

Yes it is completely safe. Panamanian aviation safety standards in place make flying in Panama as safe as it would be in the US or...

Yes it is, but the more than 200 nautical miles in rough open seas that separate these two sailing destinations in Panama make the...

Planning a trip to the San Blas Islands in Panama, officially known as Guna Yala, is different from planning a conventional Caribbean vacation. There are no large resorts, marinas or crowded tourist centers—just hundreds of tropical islands, clear water, Guna culture and remarkable natural beauty. As a direct operator of private catamaran charters in San Blas, we have been sailing exclusively in these islands since 2012. These are the questions guests ask us most often before