San Blas Islands 2 day Tour - Reviews

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Apr / 23 / 2026

Francoise Casier

France

I travelled with my partner

Séjour très agréable dans un lieu paradisiaque. Mais au retour du bateau, personne ne nous attendait alors que j'avais bien précisé notre horaire d'arrivée. Après 30 minutes d'attente, un véhicule a finalement accepté de nous ramener à Panama City alors que nous étions s les derniers à attendre un transport.

A very pleasant stay in a paradise. But upon returning from the boat, no one was waiting for us even though I had clearly stated our arrival time. After a 30-minute wait, a vehicle finally agreed to take us back to Panama City, even though we were the last ones waiting for transport.

I travelled with my partner

Merci beaucoup pour ton commentaire. Nous allons le transmettre au fournisseur afin qu'il en tienne compte et améliore son service autant que possible.

Apr / 11 / 2026

Veronica

Argentina

I travelled by myself

Fue una muy mala experiencia. Me buscaron una hora tarde. Cuando llegamos nos separaron en distintos grupos sin explicación y terminé en la isla pelicano, llena de gente, y cuando me mostraron el lugar donde iba a dormir decidí regresar el mismo día. Era una barraca compartida con 14 personas. Había tres baños para 100 personas, la comida muy mala y los paseos también pésimos. No recomiendo para nada ir a san Blas. Está sobreexplotado y carísimo para lo que ofrecen.

It was a terrible experience. They picked me up an hour late. When we arrived, they separated us into different groups without explanation, and I ended up on Pelican Island, which was packed with people. When they showed me the place where I was going to sleep, I decided to come back the same day. It was a shared hut with 14 other people. There were three bathrooms for 100 people, the food was awful, and the tours were terrible too. I absolutely do not recommend going to San Blas. It's overdeveloped and extremely expensive for what they offer.

I travelled by myself

Nuestro equipo local se esfuerza por ofrecer la mejor experiencia posible a todos los participantes. Pedimos disculpas por cualquier falta de organización que se haya podido dar durante el recorrido. Hemos tomado nota de las impresiones con intención de mejorar, también en la organización del servicio. Translate this opinion into English.

Our local team strives to provide the best possible experience for all participants. We apologize for any organizational issues that may have arisen during the tour. We have taken note of your feedback and intend to improve, including the organization of our services. Opinion translated. Show original.

Jun / 12 / 2026

Laura Mariana Belfer

Buenos Aires, Argentina

I travelled with my partner

Hermosa experiencia, totalmente distinta a cualquier otra. Recomendaría a los visitantes que lleven alimentos porque la comida es escasa y no hay mucho para comprar Translate this opinion into English.

A wonderful experience, completely unlike any other. I would recommend that visitors bring food because it's scarce and there isn't much to buy. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

May / 30 / 2026

Anonymous

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Las habitaciones están en muy mal estado. Entran los pájaros y las maderas tienen termitas que se caen encima de la cama. Por lo demás, pues experiencia de la isla. Comida también de isla. Nosotros hicimos una noche. El día siguiente te dejan en la isla todo el día sin ninguna actividad. Translate this opinion into English.

The rooms are in very poor condition. Birds get in and the wood has termites that fall on the bed. Other than that, it's an island experience. Food is also island food. We stayed one night. The next day they leave you on the island all day with no activities. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with my partner

May / 08 / 2026

Giovani Venturi

Brazil

I travelled with small children

Nov / 23 / 2025

Anabella Gargiulo

Buenos Aires, Argentina

I travelled by myself

El primer dia en la isla fue aceptable. Al segundo dia, solicite un vaso de agua ya que estaba deshidratada (estamos al rayo del sol todo el dia) y me lo negaron. Solo tenían botellas para vender, las cuales enseguida se calentaban x el clima. Me tuvieron deshidratada hasta que me pude ir. Tampoco habia tomado el desayuno ya que no todos los turistas podemos comer cosas fritas a las 6 am. Pase hambre y pase sed. Necesidades básicas no cubiertas habiendo gastado 300 usd. Una vergüenza total.

The first day on the island was acceptable. On the second day, I asked for a glass of water because I was dehydrated (we were in the blazing sun all day) and they refused. They only had bottles for sale, which quickly got hot because of the heat. I remained dehydrated until I was able to leave. I also hadn't had breakfast since not all tourists can eat fried food at 6 am. I was hungry and thirsty. Basic needs weren't met after spending $300 USD. A total disgrace.

I travelled by myself

Sentimos que la experiencia no se haya ajustado del todo a lo esperado. En Civitatis solo deseamos que nuestros clientes vivan las mejores experiencias posibles. Para ello, tomamos nota de todos los comentarios con intención de mejorar. Translate this opinion into English.

We regret that the experience did not fully meet your expectations. At Civitatis, we strive to provide our customers with the best possible experiences. To that end, we take note of all feedback with the aim of improving. Opinion translated. Show original.

Mar / 18 / 2026

Anonymous

Bilbao, Spain

I travelled with teenagers

Feb / 13 / 2026

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Nov / 16 / 2025

Cristina

Spain

I travelled with my partner

Jul / 15 / 2025

Carlota Rodriguez Suarez

Oviedo, Spain

I travelled with my partner

Nos encantó, una manera de desconectar de la prisa y el ruido de la ciudad. Las personas que estaban con nosotros en isla pelícano muy atentos y dispuestos a ayudarnos en cualquier cosas. Nos gustó mucho visitar la comunidad y la tarde que pasamos en otra isla un poco más grande que la nuestra. Nos llevaron también a una piscina natural en medio del mar. La comida aunque no muy variada estaba bien, daban a escoger entre pollo o pescado y para beber ofrecen entre agua o coca cola. Translate this opinion into English.

We loved it; it was a great way to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of the city. The people who were with us on Pelican Island were very attentive and willing to help with anything we needed. We really enjoyed visiting the community and the afternoon we spent on another island, a little larger than ours. They also took us to a natural pool in the middle of the sea. The food, although not very varied, was good; they offered a choice of chicken or fish, and water or Coca-Cola to drink. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Feb / 12 / 2025

Adriano Grandi Alves

Brazil

I travelled with my partner

A ida foi super tranquila com o Alexander assim como a volta(como as caminhonetes saem praticamente ao mesmo tempo sugiro dar tempo entre elas, porque o cheiro de diesel é pior que as curvas para enjoar e os dois juntos imagina.Quando reservei não tinha opções de hospedagem na ilha do pelicano, e quando cheguei lá fiquei numa cabana que o chão era de areia,mas vi que tinha opções melhores e com banheiro privativo, tentei trocar e pagar mais,mas estava lotado. Sugiro dar opções e mais informações Translate this opinion into English.

The trip there was super smooth with Alexander, just like the return (since the trucks leave practically at the same time, I suggest leaving some time between them, because the smell of diesel is worse than the curves for getting nauseous, and both together, just imagine. When I booked, there were no accommodation options on Pelican Island, and when I got there, I stayed in a cabin with a sandy floor, but I saw that there were better options with private bathrooms, I tried to switch and pay more, but it was fully booked. I suggest providing options and more information. Opinion translated. Show original.

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Mar / 06 / 2024

Rodrigo

Uruguay

I travelled with friends

La reseña la debo dividir en 3. Gunas: recomiendo a todos a darse el lujo de conocer a este maravilloso pueblo, y su gente. Ricos en naturaleza, amables y serviciales al 100%. Una experiencia única. Isla: la isla que nos enviaron es nueva, por lo tanto no tiene aún la “infraestructura” necesaria, por eso es importante fomentar el turismo para que siga creciendo. Civitatis: es practicante una estafa que cobren lo mismo por Myra que por Pelícano, las diferencias entre ambas islas son abismales.

I must divide the review into 3. Gunas: I recommend everyone to have the luxury of getting to know this wonderful town, and its people. Rich in nature, friendly and 100% helpful. A unique experience. Island: the island they sent us is new, therefore it does not yet have the necessary “infrastructure”, which is why it is important to promote tourism so that it continues to grow. Civitatis: a scam is practiced that charges the same for Myra as for Pelícano, the differences between both islands are abysmal.

I travelled with friends

Nos alegra saber que la experiencia en Gunas fue de vuestro agrado. Cabe mencionar que Civitatis no fija el precio de cada servicio o actividad, ya que trabajamos con los precios indicados por nuestros proveedores locales. Translate this opinion into English.

We are glad to know that your experience at Gunas was to your liking. It is worth mentioning that Civitatis does not set the price of each service or activity, since we work with the prices indicated by our local suppliers. Opinion translated. Show original.

Dec / 03 / 2023

Iciar Maria Alonso Garavilla

Spain

2 días inolvidables en la isla de Miryadub. Hicimos excursiones a otras 4 islas más. La belleza, la amabilidad, la historia de los gunas, el pescado fresco para comer, las puestas de sol y amaneceres y los cielos estrellados. No te lo puedes perder. Translate this opinion into English.

2 unforgettable days on Miryadub Island. We took excursions to 4 other islands. The beauty, the kindness, the history of the gunas, the fresh fish to eat, the sunsets and sunrises and the starry skies. You can not lose this. Opinion translated. Show original.

Oct / 15 / 2023

Heuler

Rio Pomba, Brazil

I travelled with my partner

As praias sem comentários, perfeitas. O passeio em si longe de agradar turistas. Local sem água potável, banheiros precários, não trocam as roupas de cama! Levem as suas! Local muito muito roots. Os gunas tentam ser agradáveis, mas a falta de recursos os limitam a melhorar a estadia. O nosso cozinheiro nos surpreendeu positivamente pela comida servida, porém cozinham a portas fechadas, o que gera um receio. O que os olhos não veem o coração não sente. Kkk ficamos na Ilha mirya.

The beaches are beyond words, perfect. The tour itself is far from pleasing tourists. The place has no drinking water, precarious bathrooms, and they don't change the bed linens! Bring your own! Very, very rustic place. The gunas try to be nice, but the lack of resources limits their ability to improve the stay. Our cook pleasantly surprised us with the food served, but they cook behind closed doors, which creates some apprehension. What the eyes don't see, the heart doesn't feel. Haha, we stayed on Mirya Island.

I travelled with my partner

O fornecedor local se esforça para oferecer uma organização de turismo enriquecedora e abrangente. Portanto, eles tentam atender a todos os padrões de qualidade incluídos no passeio. Lamentamos se as instalações oferecidas não foram de seu agrado. Levaremos isso em conta para melhorar ainda mais o serviço.

Sep / 04 / 2023

Lorena

Buenos Aires, Argentina

I travelled with friends

La experiencia de quedarse a dormir en una isla tan pequeña es inigualable. Tendría unos 40mts de ancho y pudimos ver el atardecer y el amanecer desde el mismo sitio. El color del mar increíble y la gente muy atenta. Fuimos a la isla Myriadub que solo tiene 4/5 cabañas, lo que a mi parecer mejora la experiencia ya que es muy tranquila y no esta llena de turistas. El viaje hasta el puerto desde Panamá City es largo y el camino es sinuoso, vale la pena quedarse a dormir y descansar. Translate this opinion into English.

The experience of staying overnight on such a small island is unmatched. It would be about 40 meters wide and we could see the sunset and sunrise from the same place. The color of the sea is incredible and the people are very attentive. We went to Myriadub Island which only has 4/5 cabins, which in my opinion improves the experience since it is very quiet and not full of tourists. The trip to the port from Panama City is long and the road is winding, it is worth staying to sleep and rest. Opinion translated. Show original.

I travelled with friends

Aug / 22 / 2023

Verónica Ramírez Díaz

Madrid, Spain

I travelled with my partner

No recomendamos para nada está excursión.Si piensas que vas a estar en el paraíso en una isla idílica la realidad es estar en un vertedero de plásticos,donde no hay acceso a la playa solo mierda por todas partes,cabañas que filtran el agua y duermes mojandote,baños sin puerta y sin cisterna,gente local borracha a todas horas.Vas a pagar por pasar miedo ,literalmente.Ademas de ello no disponen de ninguna de las actividades que te dicen.Hemos reclamado para que nadie más sea engañado

We do not recommend this excursion at all. If you think you are going to be in paradise on an idyllic island, the reality is being in a plastic dump, where there is no access to the beach, just shit everywhere, cabins that filter the water and you sleep getting wet, bathrooms without doors and without a cistern, local people drunk at all hours. You are going to pay for being scared, literally. In addition to this, they do not have any of the activities that they tell you about. We have claimed so that no one else is deceived

I travelled with my partner

Nuestro equipo local dio la opción de realizar todas las visitas ofertadas. Aun así, por supuesto pedimos disculpas por los inconvenientes relaciones con las tiendas o cualquier otro percance que se pudiese sufrir. Gracias por habernos informado acerca de lo sucedido. Ya hemos procedido con la compensación acorde. Translate this opinion into English.

Our local team gave the option to carry out all the visits offered. Even so, we of course apologize for any inconvenient relations with stores or any other mishap that may occur. Thank you for informing us about what happened. We have already proceeded with the appropriate compensation. Opinion translated. Show original.

Apr / 19 / 2025

Luiz Araujo

Panama, Panama

I travelled with teenagers

O local é relamente muito bonito, mas o serviço que opera é horrivel, comprei para 2 dias com a promessa de fazer passeios no dia seguinte e não ocorreu. A pousada é muito limitada em recursos não tinha agua nos banheiros, não dava pra tomar banho.

The place is really very beautiful, but the service that operates is horrible, I bought for 2 days with the promise of going on tours the next day and it didn't happen. The inn is very limited in resources, there was no water in the bathrooms, you couldn't take a shower.

I travelled with teenagers

No segundo dia, antes de regressar à Cidade do Panamá, você poderá praticar caiaque ou paddle surf e seguir explorando a ilha ou jogar vôlei com os residentes. Lamentamos se você não gostou da pousada da comunidade indígena. Agradecemos e tomamos nota dos seus comentários para continuar melhorando sempre que possível.

Feb / 10 / 2024

Priscila Gomes

São Paulo, Brazil

I travelled by myself

Fiquei extremamente decepcionada com a agencia que realiza o passeio através da Civitatis. Me garantiram que no domingo as 15 estaria no hotel, confirmei por diversas vezes e para minha surpresa, fui informada que da ilha só tinham duas saídas, as 7 da manhã e a 15 da tarde. No dia que o motorista me deixou no porto, me disse que me buscaria por volta do meio dia porém eu, tive que sair as 7 da manhã da ilha, perdendo meus passeios do qual contratei e paguei caro. Não vão com essa agencia!

I was extremely disappointed with the agency that runs the tour through Civitatis. They assured me that on Sunday I would be at the hotel at 3pm, I confirmed several times and to my surprise, I was informed that there were only two departures from the island, at 7am and 3pm. The day the driver dropped me off at the port, he told me he would pick me up around noon, but I had to leave the island at 7 am, missing my tours that I booked and paid for. Don't go with this agency!

I travelled by myself

Confirmámos que a descrição continha um erro relativamente ao tempo de retorno. Pedimos desculpa por qualquer incómodo causado. Foi efetuado o reembolso correspondente. Translate this opinion into English.

We confirmed that the description contained an error regarding turnaround time. We apologize for any inconvenience caused. The corresponding refund was made. Opinion translated. Show original.

May / 20 / 2025

Natalia

Buenos Aires, Argentina

I travelled with friends

May / 09 / 2025

Ana

Spain

I travelled with friends

La experiencia es increíble. Es un sitio maravilloso. Y el trato de todo el mundo fue excelente. La única pega fue el conductor de vuelta a Panamá city, que iba demasiado rápido y conduciendo muy bruscamente.

The experience is incredible. It's a wonderful place. And the service from everyone was excellent. The only drawback was the driver on the way back to Panama City, who was going too fast and driving very roughly.

I travelled with friends

Tendremos esto en cuenta para que no se repita. Nos alegramos de que a pesar de esto se haya disfrutado la visita. Translate this opinion into English.

We'll keep this in mind to ensure this doesn't happen again. We're glad you enjoyed your visit despite this. Opinion translated. Show original.

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