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How to get to San Blas, Panama?

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Flying to San Blas, the best option

We recommend fly to San BlasOur fleet is located in the eastern part of the archipelago, so it is necessary to fly to the Heart of Jesus Island.

Embarking


Flying is the fastest and most comfortable way to get to San Blas, Panamasince the flight from Panama City takes approximately 45 minutes, compared to the 3 hours by road.
The flyover is simply amazing: imagine 365 islands of San Blas at your feet.

Fly in Style

If you're tired of congested airports and inconvenient flight schedules, the best option to get to San Blas is rent a small plane or helicopter through our advisors. This option allows you to travel in comfort, with flexibility and unparalleled views of the Panamanian Caribbean.

By road to Cartí, San Blas

Although the road is fully paved, vehicles must be tall trucks or SUVs (4x4 or 4x2)because the road is mountainous and good traction is required to reach Cartí, San BlasOur advisors can help you book transportation. shared or private from Panama City to Cartí.

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The sea

Driving directions to get to San Blas

  1. Confirm with our advisors what embarcadero You should go there. In Cartí there are three docks and it's easy to get confused.
  2. From Panama City, take the Southern Corridor Head towards Tocumen International Airport, but continue along the corridor to the end, without going out to the airport.
  3. At the end of the Southern Corridor, you will find the following towns: December 24th (+20 minutes), Pacora (+30 minutes) and finally Chepo (+20 minutes).
  4. After Chepo, you will find a gas station A/BContinue straight ahead, without turning.
  5. Ten minutes after passing station A/B, you will see on your left the entrance to the road that leads to Saint BlaiseTurn left. This road has no turns.
  6. Approximately one hour after entering the road, you will find the first of two checkpoints.
    • In the first position you will have to pay the entry tax: USD 20 per person, plus an additional charge per vehicle.
    • In the second position you will be asked for your passport or Panamanian identity card.
  7. It will have already arrived at Saint Blaise!

Important

DON'T FORGET YOUR PASSPORT.

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