Embera Tribe Tour and Village Exploration

8 Hours Free CancellationPickup availableInstant confirmationGuided by LIVE FOLKS

Why we love it?

This full-day tour from Panama City offers an immersive experience in Chagres National Park, where you’ll visit the Embera tribe’s first established village near Lake Alajuela. After a scenic drive to Corotu Port, embark on a traditional canoe ride to a nearby waterfall for a chance to swim and relax in the jungle setting. The visit includes time in the Embera community to learn about their customs, rituals, traditional dances, and art forms, with opportunities to see their empirical kitchen and enjoy a freshly prepared meal. You’ll also have the chance to explore the village school and museum, receive a fruit-based Embera tattoo, and browse handcrafted items available for purchase. This tour is suited for travelers interested in cultural immersion and nature, with a certified local guide providing insight throughout the 8-hour journey.

Inclusions

  • Certified Local Tour guide
  • Hotel Pick-up and drop-off services
  • All taxes, fee and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • All Entry / Admissions fees to all sites and attractions
  • Lunch stop included in the price (no dietary preferrences)

Itinerary

From Panama City to Corotu Port

Depart from Panama City to Corotu located within the Chagres National Park

Chagres National Park - Duration 20 minutes

Drive through the Chagres National Park to the Port Corotu

Sail from the port to the waterfall – Duration 25 minutes on the Canoe

Depending on the level of the river you will have the chance to go to the waterfall which amazing, this may also involve either a 5 minutes or 20 minutes’ walk both ways in the jungle.

Visit the Village – Duration 2 hours

You will be greeted by the villagers by the sound of their instruments, follow by a short presentation to get to know them where you can ask them questions, then enjoy their traditional meal, dance, visit their school and museum, visit their small market place.

Please Note

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking,
  • Most travelers can participate
  • All terrains are not wheelchair accessible
  • All terrains are not stroller accessible
  • Infant seats are unavailable in Transportation
  • This tour will have a maximum of 10 travelers
  • This tour requires good weather to run, it may be rescheduled or canceled due to bad weather.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start

From $340 Per 1 adult