From San Blas: Islands and Lemon Keys Boat Tour & Overnight
Panama Province, Panama
Spend two days in San Blas nature featuring gorgeous white sand beaches, balmy seas, ocean swings, and SUP rental. On this tour, see beautiful beaches, admire local wildlife, and visit a local island.
San Blas 2-Day Island Tour with Boat and SUP Rentals
This two-day tour in San Blas’ Lemon Cays suits travelers seeking a relaxed island escape with boat tours and local culture immersion.
Highlights
- Stay on a paradise island centrally located in the Lemon Cays
- Enjoy a complimentary island hopping boat tour on departure day
- Rent a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) to explore nearby islands
- Relax in an ocean swing or beach chair overlooking calm waters
- Interact with friendly Kuna locals and sample local cuisine
Description
Explore San Blas over two days, relaxing on white sandy beaches and swimming in clear turquoise waters. Your experience begins with an option to be picked up in Panama City or meet at the San Blas port. The drive from Panama City offers chances to spot wildlife such as sloths and monkeys, with a possible stop en route.
From the port, board a lancha boat for a 30-minute ride to the island. The boat ride includes ocean breeze and occasional spray, adding to the island arrival experience.
On arrival, settle into a private room with shared bathroom facilities, then begin exploring the island or meet the local Kuna family residing there. Lunch at around 12:30 pm features fresh catch of the day, with vegetarian and non-seafood options available.
Spend the afternoon discovering Isla Yansailadup and its surrounding smaller islands. On the second morning, check out by 8:00 am and enjoy your last hours on the island before a post-lunch boat tour. Visit Isla Misdup, an uninhabited island with a shallow sandbank and white beaches, and the Natural Pool, where you can stand waist-deep on a sunken island.
The tour concludes at 3:00 pm when you return to the port. If you booked roundtrip transportation, your driver will pick you up, with an expected arrival back in Panama City at approximately 7:00 pm.
Includes
- Private room with shared bathroom
- Roundtrip boat transport from port to island
- Island taxes
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- One island boat tour
- Shared snorkel gear (mask and snorkel) during boat tour
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (available as add-on at checkout)
- Kuna entrance fee ($22 for internationals, $7 for Panamanian residents)
- Drinks
- SUP board rentals
Important Information
- No lobster meals offered between March 1 and May 31 (avoid selecting lobster add-ons during this period)
- Pickup is only included if selected during checkout add-on; prepare for 2.5-hour journey each way (1 hour highway, 1.5 hours curvy roads)
- Accommodations and services are basic and managed by the indigenous Kuna community, resembling camping
- Electricity available only from 6pm to 6am
- Bathrooms are shared, with two showers and two toilets
- No credit cards accepted on the island; bring cash
- Bring personal hygiene items such as towels, shampoo, insect repellant
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and casual beachwear. Book in advance, especially for transportation add-ons, and plan to travel light for the boat transfers.
