Explore the archipelago of the San Blas Islands by boat

Your Boat

• Lagoon 470
• 4 total cabins
• 8 people max
• 2 crew members

You will enjoy sailing on board Gitano del Mar, an impressive and comfortable Lagoon 470, 15 metres long. Inside, you will find the kitchen area, the chart table and the saloon, ideal for reading in peace. The large cockpit allows you to share pleasant meals under the sun while watching the San Blas. If you wish to bask in the sun, the trampolines at the front of the boat are just what you need! The onboard equipment (fins, masks and snorkels) will allow you to explore the islands and the sea bed.

• Snorkelling equipment
• Watermaker

The owner reserves the right to replace with a different boat model of the same quality and performance

Your Cabin

This catamaran can accommodate 8 passengers plus crew. All cabins have a double bed, storage space and a bathroom with private toilet.

Itinerary of your cruise

You are now ready to embark on your catamaran for a totally different adventure in the heart of an archipelago inhabited by an authentic native population, the Gunas. The skipper and his crew have devised a comprehensive itinerary for you to discover the most beautiful islands and reefs of the San Blas.

The itinerary may be changed without prior notice due to technical or weather conditions.
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Frequently asked questions

• What documents are required for a trip to Panama?

  It is advised to check with the consulate of your country of origin for information on formalities.

• What vaccinations are recommended for travel to Panama?

  For your cruise in Panama and the San Blas Islands, we advise you to check your universal vaccines (DTPP, hepatitis B) and to vaccinate yourself against :
  - typhoid, hepatitis A and B ;
  - Yellow fever (highly recommended);
  - possibly rabies
  Before your trip, we advise you to consult the "advice to travellers" section, "health" tab on the France Diplomatie website: https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/

• Is everyone on board English-speaking?

  Please note that this cruise is not exclusive to English travelers. It is quite common to meet people of various nationalities on board as we offer cruises to international clientele - encouraging curious and enriching exchanges for both passengers and crew.
  Crew members are multilingual and qualified to offer multilingual service.

• Who takes care of the air transport to Panama?

  Your air tickets can be booked by the GlobeSailor team. You just need to specify this to your consultant when booking your cruise.

• When is the best time to sail in the San Blas?

  The best time to sail is during the trade wind season, when the winds blow from the north (December to April). From June to October, the winds are lighter, but the visibility underwater is much better. You can snorkel, dive and fish.

• Does the boat operate only with the sails?

  It depends on the weather. When the winds are strong, the skipper will use the sails to sail silently. On days with calmer winds or to reach the stopovers on schedule, the skipper may need to use the engine. The engine is also used when entering and leaving the marinas. We cannot guarantee a minimum time of using the sails. The skipper will do their best to use the sails as much as possible and involve passengers in manoeuvres.

• What is the time difference in Panama?

  Panama is at GMT -5.
  In winter in Paris, when it is noon, it is 6am in Panama (-6 hours).
  In summer in Paris, when it is noon, it is 5am in Panama (-7 hours)

• What is the currency used in Panama?

  The official currency is the Balboa but this currency does not exist in practice (except for the coins which have the same size and weight as the American ones) because the only real currency in Panama is the USD which has been in circulation since 1914! The exchange of the euro is not advantageous in Panama and it is advisable to leave with USD, especially in small denominations for the purchase of handicrafts from the Amerindian communities of San Blas. Banknotes higher than USD 100 are not accepted.

• What payments do I need to make to confirm my booking?

  To confirm your booking, you need to inform your GlobeSailor consultant who will hold an option for you until your deposit is received. The booking will only be considered final once we have received your deposit (by bank transfer, Paypal or credit card) of 50% of the booking amount. A 100% deposit will be required for all bookings made within one month of departure. The balance must be paid at the latest 45 days before the date of embarkation.

• What happens in case of cancellation?

  In the event of cancellation, you must notify your GlobeSailor consultant as soon as possible. Regardless of the cause, the following cancellation fees will be charged: up to 180 days prior to departure : 30% /// from 179 to 90 days: 60% /// from 89 to 60 days: 70% /// from 59to à 30 days : 80% /// from 29 days to departure: 100% of your booking.
  We advise our clients to subscribe to a cancellation insurance with Ouest Assurance : http://www.ouest-assurances.fr