Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Every route, permit and detail — planned and standardized, private or shared, into Panama's untouched islands.

Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Every route, permit and detail — planned and standardized, private or shared, into Panama's untouched islands.

Licensed Guna Yala operations

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Trusted by 160+ families and groups

Trusted by 160+
families and groups

“After a 12-hour flight from the Netherlands and a stop in Curaçao, Panama turned out to be the highlight of the whole trip. Captain Boris welcomed us aboard and told us to treat the boat as our own. Every single day fishermen pulled up alongside with lobster, octopus and fresh-caught fish, and chef José turned them into Michelin-star plates. Some experiences are hard to explain — this one you have to live”.

Emily Enjambre

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“The islands, the food and the catamaran were spectacular, but that’s not what stayed with me. Taking the helm with nothing to plan or solve, and sleeping on the bow under the stars, rearranged my priorities. I came home with renewed motivation and projects I’d been putting off. This wasn’t a holiday, it was a transformation. Thank you to the whole Nomad Sailors crew”.

Brittney D.

Tripadvisor

“Sailing San Blas with Boris, José and Duke is hard to put into words. From the moment we stepped aboard they treated us like family. Five-star food, fresh and healthy: lobster at midday, octopus at night. Every day a different island — one for volleyball with the locals, the next one deserted. Having travelled all over Central and South America, I doubt we’ll ever top this trip”.

Quin

Airbnb

“Three nights sailing with eight friends for my 40th birthday: a dream come true and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Thomas, Gustavo and José are a first-class crew who catch every detail. José baked me a cake for my birthday dinner, Gustavo brings you to tears singing karaoke, and Thomas makes sure every request is met and the sailing is safe. We kept looking at each other asking if this was real. If you’re going to San Blas, go with Nomad Sailors”.

Chris

Airbnb

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Trusted by 160+
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Quin

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voyage duration

Pick the number of days you'd like to sail the San Blas Islands
— we tailor the route accordingly. Every voyage is all-inclusive; we recommend 5 nights to fully experience the archipelago.

Pick the number of days you'd like to sail the San Blas Islands — we tailor the route accordingly. Every voyage is all-inclusive; we recommend 5 nights to fully experience the archipelago.

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3 nights / 3 days

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Guests

Quick Escape

The shortest way past the day-tour zone.

4 nights / 4 days

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Guests

Reef Immersion

A full, unhurried day on the Cayos Holandeses.

4 Days · 3 Nights

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Guests

The Deep Explorer

The ideal balance of islands, snorkeling and open water.

5 nights / 5 days

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Guests

Guna Odyssey

Holandeses · Coco Bandero · Cambombia · Coco Blanco · Isla Verde · Waisaladup · Limones

3 nights / 3 days

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Guests

Quick Escape

The shortest way past the day-tour zone.

4 nights / 4 days

Up to

Guests

Reef Immersion

A full, unhurried day on the Cayos Holandeses.

4 Days · 3 Nights

Up to

Guests

The Deep Explorer

The ideal balance of islands, snorkeling and open water.

5 nights / 5 days

Up to

Guests

Guna Odyssey

Holandeses · Coco Bandero · Cambombia · Coco Blanco · Isla Verde · Waisaladup · Limones

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Wellness Editions

A real expedition, designed around one teacher and one group.

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Freediving Editions

A boat, a professional, and a captain looking for the right water.

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Upriver

Some journeys begin where tourism ends.

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Sea & Jungle

Three nights sailing the outer cays, four days upriver.

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Best Charters

Your home on the water

A handful of boats we know personally. No middlemen, no shared listings.

Pick the number of days you'd like to sail the San Blas Islands — we tailor the route accordingly. Every voyage is all-inclusive; we recommend 5 nights to fully experience the archipelago.

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8 Guests

Nomade — Lagoon 57

Nomade is Nomad Sailors' own flagship — a custom 2004 Lagoon 57 with 4 en-suite cabins, the largest solar array in San Blas, an open-fire asado tradition, and 24-hour Starlink.

8 Guests

Kaya — Nautitech 395

A Nautitech 395 catamaran for up to 8 guests on a fully all-inclusive island-hopping itinerary in San Blas, with Starlink and a tailor-made route.

6 Guests

Guji — Sun Odyssey 44i

A 2008 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i sailboat for up to 6 guests in San Blas, captained by a Mexican yoga instructor with over a decade of local island knowledge.

10 Guests

Zenith — Salina 48

A spacious Fountaine Pajot Salina 48 — 48 ft, 4 cabins, air-conditioned throughout — ideal for groups of up to 10 in premium San Blas comfort.

8 Guests

Marea — Sunreef 62

The Sunreef 62 — San Blas's most luxurious catamaran — offers 4 suites, a private gourmet chef, full AC, Starlink, and rare extras like underwater scooters.

8 Guests

Yoli — Lagoon 440

Yoli is a Lagoon 440 with 4 en-suite cabins for up to 8 guests, crewed by an Argentine couple who know every corner of Guna Yala.

6 Guests

Don C — Lagoon 400 S2

A 2016 Lagoon 400 S2 catamaran with 3 private cabins for up to 6 guests, all-inclusive with Uruguayan captain André Fossati and Brazilian chef-sailor Andrea Claro.

8 Guests

Flying Ginny — Lagoon 55

Flying Ginny is a fully restored Lagoon 55 led by all-female crew and Captain Elena, with 10+ years in San Blas and a full open bar included.

8 Guests

Liberté — Lagoon 56

Liberté is a 2011 Lagoon 56 — the highest-rated boat in the fleet on price — with a trilingual three-person crew including a world-sailing Brazilian captain.

8 Guests

Clandestino — Lagoon 450

Clandestino is a comprehensively refitted Lagoon 450 for up to 8 guests, with a seasoned captain-chef duo offering sushi, Starlink, and full air conditioning.

6 Guests

Amare — Catflash 43

A 2022 Catflash 43 catamaran hosting up to 6 guests all-inclusive, with five-year San Blas veteran Captain Marcos and Brazilian chef Martha Susana.

6 Guests

Aventura — Lagoon 42

Kaoha is a 2018 Lagoon 42 with 3 en-suite cabins, a Brazilian captain with 8+ years in Guna Yala, and a Panamanian chef aboard.

Meet your captain

Every Nomad expedition is led by a licensed local captain who knows these waters, the Guna communities and every hidden anchorage. Not a faceless operator — a person you'll meet before you sail.

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Meet your captain

Every Nomad expedition is led by a licensed local captain who knows these waters, the Guna communities and every hidden anchorage. Not a faceless operator — a person you'll meet before you sail.

Meet the crew →

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The Real Luxury of Sailing San Blas

No fixed schedule, no crowds. Freedom is the itinerary you decide each morning.

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Discover San Blas with Nomad Sailors

Meet the captain and crew, and see how a Nomad expedition comes together on board.

The Nomad
expedition brochure

A curated PDF with our fleet, destinations, sample itineraries and inclusions — everything you need to plan and share with your group.

Fleet & cabins

Routes & itineraries

What's included

Indicative pricing

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Fleet & cabins

Routes & itineraries

What's included

Indicative pricing

Talk to the Captain

Download the brochure

The Nomad expedition brochure

Pick the number of days you'd like to sail the San Blas Islands — we tailor the route accordingly. Every voyage is all-inclusive; we recommend 5 nights to fully experience the archipelago.

San Blas Islands, Guna Yala, Panama

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FAQs

Four regions of Panama, one philosophy, reach
the places most travelers never do.

Four regions of Panama, one philosophy, reach the places most travelers never do.

Is San Blas safe?

Yes. Guna Yala is a peaceful, autonomous indigenous territory and we sail sheltered anchorages between the cays. What matters is who you sail with: Nomad Sailors is licensed by the Panama Maritime Authority and the Guna Yala Congress, carries full liability and hull insurance, and every trip is led by a licensed captain with over a decade in these waters.

What's included in an all-inclusive charter?

Everything you need on board: your private captain and chef, three meals a day plus snacks, standard bar drinks (wine, beer, rum), fuel, water and all onboard gear such as snorkel equipment, paddleboards and kayaks. Not included, by Guna law: the Guna Yala entrance fee (about 20 USD per person) and port fees, paid in cash on the way in. Transfers from Panama City can be added as a package.

What's included in an all-inclusive charter?

Private vs shared — what's the difference?

On a private charter the whole catamaran is yours: your group, your route, a menu built around you and a pace you set with the captain. On a shared (cabin) charter you book one cabin and share the boat, a fixed itinerary and the common spaces with other travelers. Shared costs less and suits solo travelers; couples, families and groups almost always choose private. Ask us and we will check availability for either.

Private vs shared — what's the difference?

How do I get to San Blas?

There is no airport in the islands, so every trip starts in Panama City. The classic way is a private 4x4 transfer that picks you up at your hotel around 5 AM, drives 2.5 hours through the jungle and connects with a 30-minute water taxi to the boat. The faster option is a 45-minute private flight to the San Blas airstrip, where our team meets you. We arrange either one for you.

Can we request revisions?

Yes. On a private charter the route is decided with your captain day by day, so you can stay longer at an island you love or ask for a new snorkel spot. Dates and boat can be adjusted before the trip depending on availability. And if a boat ever has a technical problem, you choose between an equivalent boat, new dates or a full refund.

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Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Trusted by 160+ families and groups

Trusted by 160+
families and groups

Trusted by 160+
families and groups

Choose your voyage duration

Choose your
voyage duration

Wellness Editions

Freediving Editions

Upriver

Sea & Jungle

Your home on the water

Meet your captain

Meet your captain

The Nomad
expedition brochure

The Nomad expedition brochure

FAQs

Tell us your dates.
We'll compose the rest.

Tell us your dates.
We'll compose the rest.

Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Licensed sailing expeditions into Panama's untouched islands.

Trusted by 160+ families and groups

Trusted by 160+families and groups

Trusted by 160+ families and groups

Choose your voyage duration

Choose yourvoyage duration

Wellness Editions

Freediving Editions

Upriver

Sea & Jungle

Your home on the water

Meet your captain

Meet your captain

The Nomadexpedition brochure

The Nomad expedition brochure

FAQs

Trusted by 160+
families and groups

Trusted by 160+
families and groups

Choose your
voyage duration

The Nomad
expedition brochure