Embera indigenous Village visit
Embera indigenous Village visit
An unique experience where you can step back in time on a tour to visit one of the Emberá communities who still live in traditional villages deep in the rainforest of Panamá, besides the Chagres river inside The Soberania National Park. The Emberá people are proud to share their culture and traditions with visitors.The day begins with the Hotel pick up to proceed to the Gamboa Pier, where you will embark for a short boat ride, in the main water tributary of the Famous Panama Canal Gatun Lake. At arrival, you will be receive with a traditional greeting with music, they will also give you a short presentation about the Emberá culture, including dances, craft work, traditions, ecc..
The lunch is prepared by the indigenous and consist in fish wrapped in plantain leaves with Patacones. Before returning to the pier, you will have spare time to buy some craft, get an Embera tattoo or simply walk around.
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Gatun Lake
On our way to the port we will enjoy the magnificent Gatun lake, where the huge vessels transit the Canal of Panama from ocean to ocean
Included
- Lunch - light traditional indigenous lunch. Usually fish from the river with plantain.
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Bottled water
- Boat ride from Gamboa to the Embera community Ella Puru
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.