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Caribbean Gems: Portobelo and Mamey Island Private Tour

Panama City, Panamaby Panamanian Aventures

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English, Spanish

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Overview

If you're interested in immersing yourself in the captivating culture that made Portobelo fortifications a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its paradisiacal beaches, then this tour is the perfect choice for you. Portobelo was once the trading hub of the Americas and was a melting pot of Caribbean cultures. You'll also get to explore a tropical paradise that boasts stunning beaches and mangroves. The crystal-clear waters are perfect for swimming and relaxing. This tour is the ideal way to spend a day away from the city and bask in the tranquil beauty of the Caribbean paradise.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • natural swimming pool and love tunnel boat ride fees
  • Mamey Island

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Portobelo

    1.5 hours

    After driving for an hour and a half from the city, visiting Portobelo can be a fascinating cultural experience. The town's central square features a majestic Customs building, which has been converted into a museum that vividly displays the history of African people who arrived on these shores during the Spanish colonial era. Many locals are descendants of these people and represent the vibrant Congo culture that thrives in this town. The Congo culture has been officially recognized as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

  2. 2

    Complejo De Fuertes De Portobelo, Panama

    20 min

    Fuerte San Jerónimo, close to the center of Portobelo, was the largest fortress ever built to protect the bay. San Jerónimo is the most complete of Portobelo's accessible forts and makes for the best visit.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    15 min

    Casa Congo is a beautiful place featuring nine rooms filled with local identity and art. Situated in front of Portobelo Bay, this public, inclusive space has been built to host training workshops, artisanal production, and artistic exaltation. Visitors can experience various manifestations of Congo art and gain a deeper understanding of the rich Spanish-colonial and African historical legacy in Portobelo.

  4. 4

    Museo de La Real Aduana de Portobelo

    15 min

    The Museo de la Real Aduana de Portobelo, also known as the Royal Customs House Museum of Portobelo, is a captivating historical landmark that provides a glimpse into the town's thriving maritime history. Housed in a 17th-century building, the museum exhibits the town's significant involvement in global trade and its ties to Spain and other world regions.

  5. 5

    Isla Grande

    2 hours

    We are going to board a boat that will take us to the paradisiacal beaches of Grande island Where we can enjoy the warm waters of the Caribbean

Meeting and pickup

The guide will be meeting you in the lobby of the hotel, Airbnb, or building, holding a sign with the company's logo and the lead passenger's name

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining hours have been allocated for the travel time.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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