SPL Travel Panamá

Day trip itinerary

One day in Guna Yala: two islands and the natural pool

Early pickup in Panama City, coordinated transfer, same-day return with lunch per your confirmation.

Book day trip

Day trips run from Isla Naranjo Chico — our flagship island. Experience the archipelago in one day: beaches and Guna Yala’s famous natural pool, no overnight stay.

From $98 USD per person (reference)

Your day, step by step

9 coordinated stages. Times may shift for weather, tides, or community logistics. Final schedule arrives via WhatsApp or email.

  1. 5:00 a.m.

    Pickup in Panama City

    Meeting point confirmed in writing. Overland transfer toward Guna Yala.

  2. Morning stop

    Breakfast at a nearby gas station

    Quick stop for coffee, water, or a light breakfast — at your expense.

  3. Nusagandi

    Control center & comarca fees

    Registration and payment of comarca taxes before continuing to the coast.

  4. Dibin port, Tupile

    Boat boarding

    Arrive at the pier, travel light, and head out to the islands.

  5. Morning

    First island

    Beach time: swim, photos, and shade under the palms.

  6. 12:00 p.m.

    Lunch

    Meal in the archipelago per menu confirmed with SPL and your host family.

  7. Afternoon

    Second island & natural pool

    Continue by boat and visit Guna Yala’s natural pool — turquoise water and sandy bottom.

  8. 2:30 p.m.

    Return by boat

    Head back to Dibin port.

  9. 3:30 – 4:00 p.m.

    Port & city return

    Disembark, overland transfer, and estimated arrival in Panama City.

The trip in photos

Real sea, boats, and islands from our day trips.

Includes

  • Round-trip overland transfer (Panama City – port)
  • Boat transfers per day-trip schedule
  • Island lunch per confirmed menu
  • Island stops and natural pool on the route
  • SPL coordination with your Guna host family

Not included

  • Comarca taxes at Nusagandi (paid at control center)
  • Breakfast and drinks on the road
  • Extra drinks on the island
  • Optional snorkel gear or add-ons
  • Tips and personal expenses