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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
This is a very unique tour, you will be taken back in time as you visit an Indian village in the jungle and on the shores of the Charges river in Panama. The Embera tribe are Native Americans who have inhabited Panama for centuries. As you enter the village you will be received by tribe members who are friendly and interactive. They will show you their way of life, culture, dances, and learn facts about their everyday life. You will also visit a small indigenous market where you may purchase artisan items created by the natives themselves. Lunch will be provided as well. You will then travel upriver to a beautiful waterfall and hike a short distance through the rainforest while seeing birds, the occasional monkey, fish, and various other forms of wildlife.
Everything is included, hotel pickup, river transport, guides, lunch, translation services.
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
National Park fees
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
What to expect
Chagres River
3h · Admission ticket not included
Your adventure will begin when a friendly guide picks you up at your Panama City hotel 8:00 am. You will arrive at the shores of Lake Alajuela where the Emberá will meet you with their handmade dugout canoe.
You will embark on a 30-60 minute boat ride (time depends of water level in the river). You will pass through virgin rain forest and see many birds, such as herons, egrets, osprey, possibly toucans and wild parrots, as well as turtles, maybe a caiman and if you are lucky a sloth, otter or monkeys from the boat. If the water level is high enough you can stop at a local waterfall for a quick dip on the way to the village.
Upon arrival in the village you will be greeted with a traditional greeting of music and seated in a typical community hut you will be treated to a fascinating presentation by the Emberá about their history, culture and how they live.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We offer pick up and drop off service from all hotels in downtown Panama City.
Hotels outside of Panama City can incur additional fee's due to distance.
Additional information
Specialized infant seats are available
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum of two passengers for this booking
Please bring towels, hiking and/or water shoes
Children must be accompanied by an adult
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
