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Embera Village Tour: Rainforest & Waterfall Bliss
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786 Ratings
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Immerse yourself in the Chagres Rainforest on a tour to the Embera Indigenous Village. Discover stunning landscapes, embark on a rainforest hike, and delve into the fascinating Embera lifestyle.
Immerse yourself in the Chagres Rainforest on a tour to the Embera Indigenous Village. Discover stunning landscapes, embark on a rainforest hike, and delve into the fascinating Embera lifestyle.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Chagres National Park - Awarded the Badge of Excellence on TripAdvisor, this unique experience guarantees an exhilarating day. It starts with a car transfer from your hotel or accommodation in Panama City to Chagres National Park, the most significant rainforest and water reserve in Panama. Delight in a canoe ride amidst the stunning beauty of…
- Chagres National Park - Awarded the Badge of Excellence on TripAdvisor, this unique experience guarantees an exhilarating day. It starts with a car transfer from your hotel or accommodation in Panama City to Chagres National Park, the most significant rainforest and water reserve in Panama. Delight in a canoe ride amidst the stunning beauty of Panama’s rainforest and breathtaking landscapes. Following this, embark on a real jungle hike, involving a 20-minute walk through mud, water, and slippery rocks to reach a beautiful, untouched waterfall where you can enjoy a refreshing swim or simply take in the scenery.
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Comunidad Embera Tusipono - Engage with the rich culture of the Embera people through conversations with a community leader, followed by their enchanting music and dances in a traditional hut. Savor a delicious traditional lunch featuring fried fish, plantains, and fruits, and admire their distinctive clothing and remarkable handcrafts. Experience firsthand how the Embera people live a simple life, harmoniously coexisting with their environment in an authentic native village, while appreciating the contrast between their peaceful lifestyle and modern living.
This is more than just a trip; it’s an invitation to connect with nature, culture, and the welcoming Embera community.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pick up from accommodations in downtown Panama City and Casco Viejo
- Entrance to the Chagres National Park
- Lunch (Fried fish and plantains with fruits in season)
- Bottled water
- Pick up from accommodations in downtown Panama City and Casco Viejo
- Entrance to the Chagres National Park
- Lunch (Fried fish and plantains with fruits in season)
What's Not Included
- Handcrafts (optional)
- Entrance fees
- US$40 cash per group (no per person) if pick up is from Playa Bonita or hotels at airport area
- Handcrafts (optional)
- Entrance fees
- US$40 cash per group (no per person) if pick up is from Playa Bonita or hotels at airport area
Additional Information
Embark on an extraordinary and memorable journey as you visit a charming Embera village, fully immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the rainforest. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing swim in a waterfall. This unique experience, honored with the Badge of Excellence on TripAdvisor, guarantees an exciting day guided by the finest…
Embark on an extraordinary and memorable journey as you visit a charming Embera village, fully immersing yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the rainforest. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a refreshing swim in a waterfall. This unique experience, honored with the Badge of Excellence on TripAdvisor, guarantees an exciting day guided by the finest experts!
Discover the vibrant culture of the Embera community – from their enchanting music and delectable traditional cuisine to their distinctive attire and remarkable handcrafted creations.
- EMBERA COMMUNITY ENTRY TAX (USD $30 per person) IS NOT INCLUDED AND SHOULD BE PAID CASH TO THE GUIDE UPON PICK UP
- Bring water shoes with good grip, hiking sandals or sport shoes that you don’t mind if get wet, avoid beach sandals, flip flops or Crocs like because you will be walking on mud, slippery rocks and through water
- You can swim in the waterfall with clothes or you could bring swimsuit under clothes because there is no place to change there. There are proper bathrooms at the village where you can change at the end and bring an extra change of clothes for the way back to your accommodation.
- Bring cash in case you want to buy souvenirs or have a temporary tattoo.
- Mosquito repellant is not needed. Bring sunscreen and hat
Location
Chagres National Park
Carretera Madden,
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
4.9
(786 Ratings)
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Joelle_g
May 10, 2025
A must do tour - Dan, was our guide and he was exceptional. The hotel pick up was seamless and he gave us a lot of history on the drive up. We thoroughly enjoyed the scenic boat ride up the river and the hike through the forest allowed us to see different trees & animals. Both Dan and Franklyn from the Embera village ensured we navigated over the rocks and mud safely. I went with my parents who are in their late 60s and they were able to manage the trek. The waterfall was so beautiful and refreshing. So dress accordingly, so you can take a dip. Afterwards we stopped in the Embera village and were able to witness the indigenous culture and practices. The food was so fresh and tasty. Walk with cash for the lovely handmade souvenirs. On the way back to the hotel Dan, made great recommendations for other Panama experiences. This tour was the highlight of our trip and I cannot recommend it enough.
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T6705yjkimberlyj
May 9, 2025
Atlanta GA on the Waterfall/Village excursion - Demetrio was our tour guide and did a wonderful job translating for us. This tour is highly recommended and adventurous. The villagers were super nice and the food was amazing. Would do this again.
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Andre
May 5, 2025
Amazing experience - Culture, nature and an amazing guide: Kevin, human and wise. An excursion gem, a deep cultural experience. Thanks, we recommend it mutcho
Teresa and André
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Letisia
May 4, 2025
“Breathtaking Views, Rich Culture, and an Exceptional Guide!” - We had an amazing time on this tour! Our guide, Dan, was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate—he really brought the whole experience to life. He was right on time for pick-up and also a great driver, which made the journey smooth and comfortable. Taking the boat down the river was breathtaking, with such beautiful, scenic views all around. Visiting the Embera village was a truly special experience, and the lunch they provided was delicious! Dan also did an awesome job capturing the day with fantastic photos. We highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an unforgettable adventure!
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Frankymolteni
May 4, 2025
Embera and waterfall fantastic - The tour was amazing, the river, the waterfall and the village Embera.
Thanks a lot to Dan, we spent a great day knowing many things about Panama.
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Laurarabinowicz
May 1, 2025
Great day long outing to a waterfall and Embera village. Loved it!!! - This was an exceptional experience. Learned a ton about Panama from our guide Daniel. Took a relaxing boat ride, and then hiked to the waterfall. The hike was significantly harder than expected (and it was raining!), but Daniel stayed with and helped my 76 year old husband the entire time. We then went and had a delicious lunch at the Embera village. It really was an outstanding, fun and exhausting day. Worth every penny!
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Rico_e
Apr 30, 2025
Great Tour - It was amazing. Dan was our tour guide and was very charismatic, informative and took the time to translate for us English speakers. The tour itself was not too difficult though we had to climb a few rocks, down some inclines and across/through the river (it got muddy); so do make sure to wear appropriate shoes (we wore water shoes and it turns out these were perfect). The rain poured but this kept us cool, it's a magical experience even with the ride on the motorized canopy. We highly recommend!
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Roger_w
Apr 30, 2025
Excellent, memorable and well-organised tour - Fascinating nature and the waterfall is a must-see. The indigenous community were welcoming and very hospitable. This activity is a must when visiting Panamá
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Georgetr5105nw
Apr 27, 2025
One of the Best Village tours I've had in My Life!!! - This is a Must Do Vacation tour. The Embera Village Endenginous people were so loving, kind, and very accommodating to our group as we visited the village and tribe. Their Handmade Art work and fabrics are 100+ in quality, design, and craftsmanship. I will visit them again soon.
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Khedidja_a
Apr 30, 2025
Nice for tourist - It was a nice experience. Of course the folklore is customed for tourist but nice to experience overall. Our guide was not very talkative from the beginning (he was more doing his job as a driver) and we were lucky to find a guide from another group who provided information and translated what the member of the embera tribe was saying. I would say this excursion is not for elderdly people as you have to walk in the jungle and cross the river sometimes by walk.
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