The San Blas Islands Sailing Blog

Understanding the Hidden Impact of Sunscreen on Marine Life In order to preserve the Corals and the marine life around it, we recommend using when possible, n atural sunscreen alternatives that can effectively protect you from the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays.  Sunscreen can indeed have a significant impact on coral reefs. It is now well-established that certain chemicals found in sunscreen and other personal care products can be harmful to coral ecosystems. These chemicals

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

Embarking on   a   summer voyage through the San Blas islands in Panama  has numerous advantages making  it a   compelling choice  for a...

The presence of slow-moving always-friendly nurse sharks is not uncommon in the waters of the San Blas islands. Chances of being attacked...

For the best itinerary, keep away from the area of Carti and most of touristic islands close to the road entrance and venture deep into...

The best snorkel and most abundant sea life can be found in the locations which are furthest away from river mouth such as the Pool in...

Fishing in San Blas: Understanding the Rules and Best Practices Fishing in the San Blas Islands is officially permitted only to the...

Due to the distance that separates it from mainland and the landing strip, reaching the famous Pool in the outer Cays of San Blas and...

Instafamous Dog Island along with most of the islands in the Lemon Cays of San Blas are ok to snorkel if you don’t have much time....

The San Blas islands summer season starts in May and ends in November. The first period of the summer is perfect for visiting the San...