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Embera Culture: Explore Chagres National Park
5.0
61 Ratings
Panama City
Explore Embera culture and Chagres waterfalls. Join a shared tour from Panama City for an unforgettable adventure and cultural immersion.
Explore Embera culture and Chagres waterfalls. Join a shared tour from Panama City for an unforgettable adventure and cultural immersion.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Panama City - Travel along the highway to reach the tribe or Chagres National Park.
- Avenida Balboa - Enjoy a drive along the stunning road by the city skyline.
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Chagres National Park - Expansive natural area covering over 320,000 acres adjacent to the Panama Canal’s Gatun & Alajuela Lakes, featuring rivers and lush rainforests.
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- Panama City - Travel along the highway to reach the tribe or Chagres National Park.
- Avenida Balboa - Enjoy a drive along the stunning road by the city skyline.
- Chagres National Park - Expansive natural area covering over 320,000 acres adjacent to the Panama Canal’s Gatun & Alajuela Lakes, featuring rivers and lush rainforests.
- Chagres River - Experience the Chagres River by navigating it on a “Piragua,” a traditional indigenous boat. Enjoy a 20-minute journey to a breathtaking waterfall with gentle mountain river currents.
- Panama Canal - Take a quick drive near the Panama Canal, where the Chagres River feeds the impressive man-made Gatun Lake.
- Comunidad Embera Tusipono - A welcoming community with friendly people focused on customer service. They offer a warm reception to all visitors, along with a delightful lunch and cultural presentations including speeches and dances.
- Cinta Costera - Drive along the picturesque road by the Panamanian Pacific bay.
- Casco Viejo - Travel near the historic Casco Antiguo or old town of Panama to drop off the groups.
What's Included
- Lunch with fresh tropical fruits, fried fish tilapia, and fried plantains
- Water bottles, juices, and soda included
- Bilingual tour guide fluent in English and Spanish
- Air-conditioned vehicle for round trip transportation
- Lunch with fresh tropical fruits, fried fish tilapia, and fried plantains
- Water bottles, juices, and soda included
- Bilingual tour guide fluent in English and Spanish
- Air-conditioned vehicle for round trip transportation
What's Not Included
- Embera Community Fee ($30 per adult/youth, $15 per kid)
- Embera Community Fee ($30 per adult/youth, $15 per kid)
Additional Information
Explore an Embera community in Chagres National Park/River and embark on an unforgettable adventure. This journey is just a 1-hour drive from Panama City. Delight in a serene canoe ride along the river. Trek to the enchanting “La Bonita” waterfall and immerse yourself in nature. Visit the welcoming Embera people, who will be thrilled to greet you. Our…
Explore an Embera community in Chagres National Park/River and embark on an unforgettable adventure. This journey is just a 1-hour drive from Panama City. Delight in a serene canoe ride along the river. Trek to the enchanting “La Bonita” waterfall and immerse yourself in nature. Visit the welcoming Embera people, who will be thrilled to greet you. Our knowledgeable Panamanian tour guides, fluent in both English and Spanish, will provide an insightful overview of the culture and explain the interconnectedness of the river, rainforest, Embera people, and the canal. Join this incredible experience to dine with the locals, learn about their traditions, enjoy their traditional dances, and create lasting memories as you dance the Rumba Embera with them.
- Are there any additional cash charges I should be aware of? Yes, the Embera Tribe Fee ($30 per Adult/Youth and $15 per Kid, Infants do not pay)
Location
Panama City
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(61 Ratings)
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Soniacq9521fd
Feb 24, 2025
A memorable day - Great experience. The trip by canoe to the village, the welcome of the tribe, the meal, everything was perfect. Swimming at the waterfall will also be a great memory. Thanks to the guides for their good humour and valuable help throughout the day and especially during the walk to the waterfall
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Meg
Feb 10, 2025
Culturally invigorating! - The tour guide, Orlando, was fabulous. He is very knowledgeable about the Embera people and their culture. It was clear that Orlando developed deep relationships within the tribe and obvious that the children loved him. The walk to the waterfall was, at times, rocky and slippery. Orlando insured our safety at all times. BRAVO!!
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950joans
Feb 10, 2025
TOUR guide Orlando & Embera tribe -.outstanding experience! - Orlando is a fantastic guide who added greatly to our learning & enjoyment on this tour to meet the people of the Embera tribe. The canoe ride, lunch & visit to a waterfall were great! And our welcome everywhere was warm, because Orlando works hard to have good relations with everyone. I will recommend him as a tour guide to anyone visiting Panamá!
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Discover44693231500
Feb 9, 2025
Beautiful day on Gatun Lake - Amazing guide, amazing day. The Embera people are very welcoming and appreciate the support and tourism. Nice to share in their culture and learn about indigenous tribes. The hike to the waterfall was really cool. Our 3 yo could do it as well my 74 yo mother-in-law. It is rocky and a bit slippery at times but very doable, just have to take your time. Swimming up to the water wall was great. The canoe ride was fun. At the village, had amazing food... Fresh tilapia was so good, fruit... So good. Again everyone very nice. Our guide Orlando, was excellent and was very accommodating with our needs. English was very good. Highly recommend this tour and this guide. 10 stars out of 5!!!
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Connor_o
Feb 9, 2025
Beautiful day on Gatun Lake - Amazing guide, amazing day. The Embera people are very welcoming and appreciate the support and tourism. Nice to share in their culture and learn about indigenous tribes. The hike to the waterfall was really cool. Our 3 yo could do it as well my 74 yo mother-in-law. It is rocky and a bit slippery at times but very doable, just have to take your time. Swimming up to the water wall was great. The canoe ride was fun. At the village, had amazing food... Fresh tilapia was so good, fruit... So good. Again everyone very nice. Our guide Orlando, was excellent and was very accommodating with our needs. English was very good. Highly recommend this tour and this guide. 10 stars out of 5!!!
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Monica
Jan 21, 2025
Emberá Village is a truly extraordinary experience - Visiting the Emberá Village in Panama was an unforgettable experience that combined adventure, stunning natural beauty, and cultural immersion.
The journey began with an exhilarating canoe ride along a serene river, surrounded by lush rainforest, beautiful birds and breathtaking views.
Once we arrived at Emberá Village it was like stepping into another world, a true escape from our modern tech heavy reality. We were warmly welcomed by the Emberá people, whose kindness and hospitality made us feel immediately at home. They shared details of their rich culture and way of life and performed some of their traditional music and energetic dances.
The food was another treat! We enjoyed a delicious meal of freshly caught tilapia, plantains and fruit prepared in a traditional style that brought out the natural flavors of the ingredients.
If you’re looking for a unique and meaningful adventure in Panama, I highly recommend this extraordinary journey and meaningful experience that you will truly treasure!
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Sandra
Jan 6, 2025
Beautiful boat tour on Lac Gatun - We made a beautiful boat trip on Lac Gatun to discover wildlife. We could feed the monkeys and we enjoyed a lot.
Our guide Orlando is now a friend and very good guide. We choose now Orlando for all our tours in Panama!
It's great!
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Mfw65
Dec 22, 2024
A great day in the tropical forest - Orlando our guide was amazing and knowledgeable. He also made sure that all details were covered. The tour went great. Loved the waterfall. Bring water shoes, a towel and bug spray. The bugs were barely noticeable but better safe than sorry. The Embara tribe were very welcoming and the food was delicious. We also bought a beautiful handwoven basket. Very reasonably priced. Bring cash. Thank you Orlando for a great day.
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Jet57058218621
Dec 18, 2024
Amazing! - This tour was a once in lifetime beautiful experience! Orlando took great care of us and was very knowledgeable. I’d recommend this trip to anyone visiting Panama.
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Carolynpq5955uc
Dec 12, 2024
A perfect day with the Embara Natives. - It was an unforgettable experience in a pristine environment.The natives welcomed us with their tribal music and dance.The canoe ride along the river through the rain forest was relaxing and invigorating.The waterfall itself was a beauty to behold and the natives prepared for us an enjoyable meal.
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