CHARTER PANAMA
14-DAY ITINERARY
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THE ITINERARY | PANAMA 1 Marina Papagayo
6 Manuel Antonio
2 Islas Huevos
7 Drake Bay
3 Playa Zapotal
8 Isla del Cano
4 Playa Conchal
9 Golfo Dulce
5 Isla Tortuga
10 Los Suenos
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PANAMA CITY DAY 1: Arrive at Panama City. Explore by foot and visit the Panama Canal, or the UNESCO Panama Viejo, an abandoned 17th century city. If you’re eager to get on the water, settle on board your yacht, meet your Captain, and crew and enjoy a light lunch.  Take a tender across to Isla Pacheca which is home only to birds and whales. The islands of Mogo Mogo and Chapera have wonderful beaches and some great snorkeling sites. Unwind the evening with a fresh meal prepared by your chef under the starlit sky. Reposition overnight to Coibas Islands.
ISLAS SECAS DAY 2: Wake up in Isla Secas. Remote and mostly unknown, Islas Secas is an idyllic location with incredible marine life Move seamlessly by foot or boat to access the endless ocean wilderness. Snorkel or dive amidst the aquatic wonders of the Gulf of Chiriquí; explore the biodiversity of Coiba National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site; swim the fish-storied waters or witness a migrating Humpback whale. Take a helicopter to Boquete for a Tree Trek zip line excursion or take a tour of a coffee farm. Overnight cruise to La Coiba.
COIBA DAY 3: Coiba is in the Pacific Coast of Panama and has been mostly untouched for hundreds of years, which is why in 1992, Panama declared it a National Park. There are hundreds of beautiful, isolated beaches to explore. Coiba is one of the last places in the world to see large numbers of Scarlet Macaws, rare Coiba Island Howler Monkeys, as well as over 760 species of fish. Go diving with a local guide, enjoy water activities, or sit back and relax while the crew sets up a picnic on the beach. Cruise overnight to the Pearl Islands.
PEARL ISLANDS DAY 4: The locals call the islands, “Islas de las Perlas”, a name that dates back from Spanish colonial times. The Spanish Conquistadors discovered the islands in 1503 and gave the Islands its name due to the abundance of pearls found here. The islands are most famous for their spectacular white sand deserted beaches, scuba diving, marine life (whale and dolphin watching) and delicate ecosystems. What you will find here is peace and privacy on an island that remains as nature intended. The nature reserve of Isla San Telmo lies at the southern end of the Perlas and by anchoring off the northwest, the swell is almost nonexistent. For more space or a place to launch water toys, try Bahia de San Telmo off Isla del Rey, only a few of miles from Isla San Telmo. If you feel like pampering or golfing, take a helicopter ride to Buenaventura for tennis or spa appointments. Overnight transit to entrance of Panama Canal.
PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT
FUN FACTS
DAY 5: Daylight transit of the Panama Canal (8-10 hours). Anchor overnight at Portobelo after exiting canal. The Panama Canal crossing takes your charter yacht through Gatun, Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks, at 85 feet above sea level.
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Over 100 Years Old
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Considered one of the Man-Made Wonders of the World
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Over 1 Million Vessels have transited the canal since opening
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The Canal was expanded for bigger ships in 2016
PORTOBELO DAY 6: Once the greatest Spanish port in Central America, Portobelo has a dramatic and colorful history that includes explorers, treasure fleets, famous captains, and pirates. Portobelo and nearby Fort San Lorenzo are World Heritage sites, and their points of interest include the Counting House Museum and the Church of San Felipe de Portobelo, housing the venerated Black Christ statue. Portobelo also attracts dedicated Scuba divers, offering 16 major dive sites in the adjacent waters. To be anchored in this bay, surrounded by Spanish forts of the 1600’s, is a truly magical experience. This evening, your Captain will reposition you to the San Blas Islands.
SAN BLAS ISLANDS DAY 7: Wake up in San Blas Islands. Here lies a string of coral islands and crystal-clear waters discreetly inhabited since pre-colonial times by Indians, Guna Yala. These islands retain its ancestral essence thanks to the Guna culture still maintaining their customs and traditions. Famous for its inviting white sand beaches, turquoise waters and coconut filled trees, the San Blas islands is an unforgettable stop on your journey. With many activities from beachcombing and snorkeling to fine dining under the stars, San Blas is the ideal place for yachting. At the end of the day, simply relax, watch the sun set, and fall asleep to the sound of the breeze rustling the palms trees.
COLON/COCO BANDERO CAYS DAY 8: Coco Bandero is a set of tiny idyllic islands located at the northwest of Isla Verde. Protected by a 4 miles outer coral reef barrier, Coco Bandero is one of the most comfortable anchorages in San Blas. Cayos Holandes is a group of 21 uninhabited islands located at the north part of the archipelago. This group of islands is protected by a 7 miles coral reef barrier. Since this chain of islands is far from mainland the waters are transparent nearly year-round and perfect for snorkeling. .Anchor overnight near Coco Bandera Cays.
COCO BANERA CAYS DAY 9: Start the day with breakfast onboard and spend the day exploring the Cays in particular, Holandes Cays. There is exceptional snorkeling and fishing here and easily accessible by your yacht’s tender. The most popular of anchorages here is the Swimming Pool Anchorage; a tiny island spot perfect for a beach BBQ in all of the San Blas Islands. Overnight at anchor.
SAN BLAS ISLANDS - DOG ISLAND DAY 10: One of the most famous islands in San Blas is Dog Island also known as “Isla Perro” in Panama. It offers the cleanest water in the world and is therefore one of the top snorkeling places in Guna Yala. The one thing that makes Dog Island so special is the shipwreck in front of it shores. Here you’re able to snorkel and uncover the leftovers of an old army gunboat that Mother Nature has taken over throughout the years. The marine life that has settled on the wreck near Dog Island carries a great variety of colors and shapes. It is one of the best places in Panama and the world to snorkel.
SAN BLAS ISLANDS DAY 11: Awake to the quiet hum of your yacht as you head towards Nurdupu, yet another beautiful and tropical island dotted with coconut palms and breadfruit trees. Surrounded by white sand beaches and clear azure waters, here is where you’ll find serene perfection. Enjoy a fresh sea to plate meal this evening prepared by your Chef and crew. Overnight at anchor.
SAN BLAS ISLANDS DAY 12: Today you’ll explore Turtle Island. Named after the turtles come ashore to lay their eggs between May and August, here you can enjoy a snorkel alongside this tiny island to explore its colorful corals. Inhabited by a single Kuna family, the island is great for simply wondering around or napping in a hammock.
COLON DAY 13: As your last full day aboard your yacht, you’ll make you way back to position near Colon. Spend the day on the water enjoying your yachts water toys. Relax and lounge on your aft deck as you catch the last of In the late afternoon, perhaps take a glimpse of the Gatun Locks as you watch the ships pass before the sun sets.
PANAMA DAY 14: Say farewell to your Captain and Crew. Helicopter or small plane flight to Panama City for onwards travel..
PANAMA
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average temperature year round varies from
70ยบF to 81ยบF
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