The closest you can get to paradise
Visit the San Blas islandsWelcome to the Comarca of Kuna Yala.
Let your paradise island fantasies come alive with a visit to the San Blas islands in Panama and explore places beyond everything you’ve seen so far!
The San Blas islands consist of over 365 picture-perfect coconut-covered islands and are home to the Kuna, the proud indigenous tribe inhabiting the archipelago. >
We offer authentic day and overnight trips to the islands of San Blas in Panama and between Panama and Colombia by boat that let you experience real island life and let you get up close with the unique culture of the Kunas, the indigenous tribe inhabiting the Comarca of Kuna Yala (San Blas).
Being Kunas ourselves, we know how to get the most out of your island time!
Our Trips to the San Blas islands
Find the trip that perfectly suits your needs – we offer return trips from Panama City to the islands for a day or with nights on the islands as well as multiple-day island hopping trips from Panama to Colombia and from Colombia to Panama.
San Blas islands day trip
Your best choice if you don’t have much time but need to get out for a bit – Escape the hectic city life for a few hours and spend a relaxing day on the pristine beaches of the San Blas islands
70 USD
San Blas islands overnight stay
Our most popular package – Have the trip of your lifetime by staying for a few days on our island in San Blas, living the perfect island life and exploring the unique Kuna culture
From 85 USD
San Blas islands private tour
Design your perfect visit to San Blas – Book a private boat including captain for you and your close ones. We help you in matching your dreams with the best the San Blas islands have to offer
Price upon request
From PANAMA TO COLOMBIA or COLOMBIA TO PANAMA by boat
Explore Latin America’s best hidden secret – Travel with us in 3 adventure-filled days with the boat across the border from Panama to Colombia OR vice versa along the San Blas archipelago and discover the amazing border-region
From 275 USD
Why you should visit San Blas with us
We live and grew up here
Everyone at San Blas Frontera is of Kuna heritage and grew up in the Comarca of Kuna Yala. We know the San Blas islands, communities and local customs best
We have the experience
With over 10 years of tourism in the San Blas islands and a passionate world traveler as founder, we know what travelers are looking for
We care about our home
The importance the environment plays in our culture is reflected in our efforts to work sustainable, support local communities and pay our employees well
Swim
in crystal clear waters
Experience
the unique Kuna culture
Snorkel
in one of the world’s largest coral reefs
Taste
the freshest seafood of your life
Dream
the day away in a hammock
Spot
incredible wildlife
Play
volleyball on the beach
Live
the dream
Expect some days of pure island adventure
How to get to San Blas from Panama City? Where to stay in Kuna Yala? Which of the San Blas islands to visit?
San Blas is remote, hard-to-get to and impossible to explore on your own but even more so a real must-do for any serious traveler. We take care of all of the above to make your San Blas adventure accessible and unforgettable.
Transparency
Our packages include the transportation by boat, accommodation, meals. Not included is the car ride, entrance fees, beverages/drinks
Authentic
Experience the Kuna lifestyle and culture. Say hi to your Kuna neighbors. Sleep in traditional bamboo huts. Visit a Kuna community. Enjoy freshly caught seafood such as fish or lobster*
Hazzle-free
Don’t worry about how to get to San Blas and where to stay – If wanted, we can arrange the car ride to San Blas and even pick you up at your hotel
Personal
We know all our guests personally and work hard to accommodate your individual needs. Small groups and no one-size-fits-all tourism
Time maximized
Start in Panama City in the early morning and leave the islands in the late afternoon to maximize your time on the island
Customized
Customize your trip to be as chilling or as thrilling as you like with our additional tours or talk to us if you have special wishes
* Availability of seafood, especially lobster, depending on weather conditions and fishing restrictions to avoid over-fishing
But hear for yourself
– Our happy customers –
“I was overwhelmed by our day tour to the San Blas islands. Despite visiting San Blas only for a day we got a really good impression of life in Kuna Yala and the Kuna culture. Everything was very professional but never felt like a standard trip from the catalog.”
Maria B.
USA
“We were a bit unsure about visiting the San Blas islands but thanks to San Blas Frontera this trip turned out to be just perfect. Amazing island, amazing beach life, amazing culture and amazing hosts – it was worth every minute and dollar spent.”
David W.
Germany
“I visit the San Blas islands as often as I can to relax between my work travels. San Blas Frontera is by far my favorite company for the beautiful island, the great service, everything running smoothly, and – most importantly – always a smile on their faces.”
Juan M.
Panama
But hear for yourself
– Our happy customers –
“I was overwhelmed by our day tour to the San Blas islands. Despite visiting San Blas only for a day we got a really good impression of life in Kuna Yala and the Kuna culture. Everything was very professional but never felt like a standard trip from the catalog.”
Maria B.
USA
““We were a bit unsure about visiting the San Blas islands but thanks to San Blas Frontera this trip turned out to be just perfect. Amazing island, amazing beach life, amazing culture and amazing hosts – it was worth every minute and dollar spent.”
David W.
Germany
“I go to the San Blas islands as often as I can to relax between my work travels. San Blas Frontera is by far my favorite company for the beautiful island, the great service, everything running smoothly, and – most importantly – always a smile on their faces.”
Juan Martin B.
Panama
Contact Us
Are you not yet sure which tour best suits you? Or do you have specific questions? Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
Contact us
(+507) 6151-7379
(+507) 6807-2764
info@sanblasfrontera.com
About Us
As a purely local and indigenous business, we offer authentic day trips and overnight stays in our traditional Kuna cabins on the San Blas islands in Panama and multiple-day boat trips across the Panamanian-Colombian border (boats from Panama to Colombia and boats from Colombia to Panama) as the better alternative to sailing the San Blas islands.
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