Panama City/Portobelo: Catamaran Trip w/Snorkeling and Lunch

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Cruise the Panamanian Caribbean coast on a catamaran and explore remote tropical beaches only accessible by boat. Enjoy activities like kayaking, paddleboarding and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters.

Catamaran Tour from Panama City to Portobelo for Nature and Water Sports Enthusiasts

This full-day catamaran tour departs from Portobelo near Panama City, ideal for those interested in wildlife, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddleboarding.

Description

Choose a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Panama City or travel independently to Portobelo. From the port, board a speedboat to reach the catamaran.

Cruise toward Blues Veins where you will transfer to a dinghy to explore a mangrove lagoon. This area is ideal for swimming in clear water and observing wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, birds, stingrays, and turtles.

Return to the catamaran and head to Playa Drake, a tropical beach with a coral reef. Enjoy snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, or relaxing on deck.

A local lunch is served onboard at 1 PM. After lunch, the crew prepares for the return to Portobelo, arriving between 2:30 and 3:00 PM. From there, you may continue independently or take a transfer back to Panama City, arriving around 4:30 to 5:00 PM.

Highlights

  • Sail along the coast on a catamaran with a small group.
  • Lunch featuring local cuisine served on board.
  • Relax on white-sand beaches or the catamaran deck.
  • Swim and explore mangrove channels with wildlife spotting opportunities.
  • Use provided paddleboards, kayaks, and snorkeling gear.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (depending on option)
  • Entry fee to National Park
  • Lunch and water
  • Paddleboard, kayak, and flotation devices
  • Snorkeling gear and safety equipment

Excludes

  • Soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Snacks
  • Towel
  • Pickup surcharge of 20 USD per group from Playa Bonita or Airport area

Important Information

  • This tour operates rain or shine

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book in advance and bring swimwear, sun protection, and a towel for a comfortable experience. The best time to visit is during dry, sunny weather for optimal water conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a catamaran cruise, snorkeling, kayaking, paddleboarding, and lunch, plus a speedboat and dinghy ride to explore mangrove lagoons near Portobelo.
The tour departs from Portobelo, which is accessible from Panama City with optional pickup from your accommodation.
Yes, snorkeling in clear tropical waters near Blues Veins is a key part of the catamaran trip.
Yes, a lunch is provided as part of the full-day Panama City to Portobelo catamaran experience.
You can choose a convenient pickup from your accommodation in Panama City or travel independently to Portobelo.
You can expect to see wildlife such as monkeys, sloths, and various birds in the mangrove lagoon areas near Portobelo.
Yes, kayaking and paddleboarding are included activities suitable for nature and water sports enthusiasts on this tour.
The tour is family-friendly, but check the website for any age restrictions or safety guidelines.
The tour operates year-round, but check the website for current schedules and weather conditions.
Snorkeling gear is typically provided, but confirm with the tour operator before your departure.

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