This tour focuses on the indigenous Wounaan community, situated near Gamboa within Soberania Park (approximately 40 km from Panama City). We will meet at the Gamboa public pier, where the chief of the Wounaan community will join us aboard the boat equipped for security. During this excursion, we will navigate the Panama Canal’s waterways, exploring secondary routes that include well-known spots like Monkey Island. Here, various monkey species such as Titi and Capuchin may approach the boat to enjoy the fruits used to attract them. With some luck, we may also observe other wildlife along the way, such as crocodiles, turtles, and a diverse array of bird species, enhancing this already fascinating experience.

The boat journey continues through the hidden islands of Gatun Lake, the primary water reserve of the Panama Canal, offering participants a unique opportunity to observe the immense ships transiting between the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. We then proceed to the village nestled in the heart of the tropical forest to uncover the secrets of Wounaan culture. You’ll have the chance to hear from a community member about the significance of their traditional dances and the enchanting music of the flutes performed during these cultural showcases.

A typical lunch is included, featuring freshly fried river fish and plantains served in banana leaves, eaten without utensils, alongside tropical fruits. You’ll also have the opportunity to get a non-permanent tattoo using vegetable dyes or take a guided walk in the forest, where a botanist will highlight the miraculous properties of various plants.