FAQ (Frequently ask questions)

How do i get to the yacht?

Transportation to/from the Yacht is not included.

There is a Transportation agency which is well organized. There are the cheapest option; They will pick you up in Panama City early morning (05:00AM) at your Hotel and bring you direclty to the Yacht.( about 3 hours of shared 4x4 vehicule and 40 minutes of shared Water taxi.) ($)

We can use a private car/water taxi to come at a more convenient time. ($$)

You can also hire a private plane, that bring you straigh into the islands in 50 mins ($$$)

For Ground transportation, contact this agency: LATAM tour

For Air transportation: contact this agency: Cielo Pacifico

 

What is check-in time?

From 10:00AM , depending on which transport method you use,

Usually arrival is in morning by Ground Transportation/Water taxi, the cheapest option.

 

What is check-out time?

Its depends on which transport method you use.

Usually check out is the morning around 07:00AM unless agreed upon.

 

Can I check-out later than 07:00AM?

Upon request and acceptation, you could take an afternoon ground trasportation shift that leave San Blas at 14:30.

We need to be notified in at least 24H advance to secure seats if still available.

We will charge you an 1/2 day extra fee ( lunch included); respectively $350 for 2pax, $450 for 3pax, $550 for 4 pax, and $650 for 5 pax.

 

How many luggages can I bring ?

We recommend not taking hard suitcases; hand luggage is fine, or a small soft bag with a maximum of 13 kilos (28lbs)

Ground transportation and water taxi can refuse large hard suitcases.

 

Is the Yacht Licenced for charter in San Blas?

Yes, We are licenced and authorized to charter in San Blas.

 

What will be the cruising plan?

See Plan

 

What food will be served?

See  Meals

 

Is the Yacht Private?

Yes! There will be only you and your host.

 

Are we going to actually sail?

Yes! As much as we can, as long as there is a favorable wind.

We will sail between 1 and 2 hours everyday on average.

If there is light or no wind we will use the engine or both sails and engine

 

Why a larger boat is better?

A larger boat is better for a lots of reasons; more space, more privacy, cooler , much more comfortable at anchor and while cruising, it is also cruising faster.

If you are sentitive to roll and pitch motions (seasick); If you are claustrophobic,  or If you don't want to have this "camping" feeling, this will suit you better than a smaller boat. See boat size comparaison chart

 

What does Solar Self Sufficient means?

The yacht have a very large bank of solar panels and battery storage, we rely on solar energy to provive electricity day and night. The yacht is extremely quiet. We are probably the only boat able to do so, others are running an engine/generator several hours everyday to recharge their batteries.

 

Do we have lifejackets?

We do have lifejacket for all;  including kids.

 

Is it suitable for a baby?

It is up to you to decide, but we do not have special baby equipements, you would need to bring you own Infant Lifejacket in order to take for the water taxi.

 

Can I bring Pet on board?

No pet are allowed onboard for hygiene reason

 

It is possible to Smoke on board?

Absolutely no smoking onboard for safety reason and hygiene. You can still smoke while visiting islands.

 

Is this boat suitable for disable persons?

It is hard to say;  In general a boat is not suitable for disable person, but If this person can climb few steps of a ladder  and go down/up steep steps,  it should be fine; being a large boat maybe helps.

 

Do I have to leave a Tip? 

You don't have to leave a Tip, but it is recommended if you feel the crew went the extra mile for you,  it would be greately and gratefuly appreciated. Tips are usualy between 5 - 20% of total trip amount.

 

What method I can use for I payment? 

A Deposit of 20% must be paid to secure booking either by wire transfer, Bitcoin, Wise, or Paypal (%6 fees with credit card option).

The open balance must then be paid in full before arrival or in USD Cash the day of arrival onboard.

!! Experience will not start until payment is 100% received!!

We can discuss other options of payment

 

Is there ATM in San Blas? 

There is no ATM in San Blas, act accordinglhy, you need to withdraw in the City.

 

Do I need to bring cash? 

YES ! To pay  for the Transfer to the Yacht, to close your open balance, to buy craftwork souvenirs from the local indigenous, to leave a tip, to extend your trip, and purchase anything outside the yacht ( food or drinks)

Bring small denomination bills 20, 10, 5 1 ( Indigenous have no change)

 

What is the local Currency? 

Althought the Local currency is the " Balboa" ( wich is pegged 1 to 1 with the USD) There are only USD bills in circulation in the Panama. You will only finds Balboa coins.

 

Is my deposit refundable if I want to cancel the trip? 

The minimum deposit of 20% is not refundable.

If you have paid more than 20% in advance, the balance will be refunded. (transfer fees will be deducted if applicable)

 

Can I modify my booking dates? 

Yes, but It will depend on availability, and will incure a 20% administrative fee.

 

What's included in the PRICE ? and what's not?

See  PRICE section for details

 

Any other question?

Please contact us using the link below