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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
One hour from Panama City, deep in Chagres National Park, an ancient rainforest holds a secret — the Emberá indigenous community, living exactly as their ancestors did for centuries.
You'll reach the village by traditional canoe on the Chagres River, swim beneath a hidden waterfall, watch live dances and music, try handcrafting with the community, and enjoy an authentic Emberá lunch prepared from the jungle itself.
Your certified bilingual guide adapts every moment to your pace. Pickup included from hotels, Tocumen Airport, Marcos Gelabert Airport, and Amador Port.
✔ 5.0 stars · ✔ Small group experience · ✔ All meals included · ✔ Perfect for layovers & cruise excursions
Options
from group of three people
Entrance to the community not included
Pickup included
Emberá Indigenous Village Adventure
Entrance to the community not : Entrance to the community not included
Pickup included
Village Entrance included
Village Entrance Included: Village Entrance Included
Pickup included
What's included
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
Public transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
Panama City
10m
Your guide picks you up at your hotel, airport, or port. Settle in and enjoy the drive as Panama City gives way to lush rainforest — your adventure begins the moment you step in.
Chagres National Park
1h · Admission ticket included
A scenic 1-hour drive takes you from the city deep into the Chagres National Park — a protected rainforest that covers over 120,000 hectares. Watch Panama City disappear as the jungle takes over. The Embera community will be waiting at the riverbank.
Chagres National Park
1h · Admission ticket included
A short jungle hike leads you to Bonita Waterfall — a hidden natural gem inside Chagres National Park. Swim in fresh crystal-clear water surrounded by tropical forest. This is the moment that always makes travelers say it was worth the trip.
4h
The heart of the experience. Spend 4 hours with the Embera indigenous community: watch traditional dances and live music, try making crafts with natural materials, get painted with jagua (natural body art), and enjoy an authentic Embera lunch cooked from jungle ingredients. One of the most immersive cultural experiences in all of Central America.
Chagres National Park
30m · Admission ticket included
Board the traditional canoe for a peaceful 30-minute return journey down the Chagres River. Relax, reflect, and take in the rainforest one last time before heading back to the city.
Panama City
1h
Your guide drops you back at your hotel, airport, or port — exactly where you need to be, on time. The perfect ending to an unforgettable day in the jungle.
Additional information
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
