If you choose our optional roundtrip transportation service, your driver will pick you up from your Panama City lodging between 5:00 and 5:30 am. Sit back and enjoy the scenic 2.5–3 hour drive through Panama’s lush jungle highlands in a shared 4x4 vehicle. Upon arrival at the Port of Carti, you may experience a short wait time while the Guna organize boat departures. Things may seem informal at the port, but rest assured — the Kuna have everything under control and efficiently coordinate all guests. A 25–30 minute boat ride will take you to your island. Depending on conditions, the boat may make a few stops at other islands to drop off or pick up guests, offering you an authentic glimpse into daily Guna island life.

You’ll arrive at Isla Perro, one of the most popular islands in San Blas, known for its shipwreck reef located just a few meters from shore — perfect for snorkeling and swimming among colorful tropical fish. Check into your private cabin with bathroom, enjoy lunch freshly prepared by your Guna hosts, and spend the afternoon relaxing on white-sand beaches, paddling in a kayak, or swinging in a hammock as the sun sets over turquoise waters.