Stay : Amerindian immersion in Panama
Panama is home to a large Amerindian community whose ancestral customs, typical handicrafts and infectious joie de vivre appeal to travelers sensitive to native cultures. There are 7 very different groups of Amerindians in Panama, all of whom are accessible to the visitor who respects their environment. It's a unique experience.
Summary of the stay
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9 days
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Detail of the stay : Amerindian immersion in Panama - 9 days
Day 1: Understanding the different communities in Panama
Steps: Ciudad De Panamá
In the capital, visit of Mi Pueblito. This reconstruction of the different traditional habitats of Panama will give you a taste of the way of life of some of the communities you will have the opportunity to meet.
CERRO ANCÓN
Day 2: Meeting with the Emberá
Steps: Emberá Querá
Near Panamá, on the banks of the Chagres or Gatún rivers, meet the Emberá people. Some have developed ecotourism programs, featuring handicrafts, local dances and nature excursions.
Day 3: In unknown land
They will welcome you in the heart of their village for one or more days.
Day 4: In the heart of Amerindian territories
Steps: Gardi Sugdup
Departure for the Guna Yala comarca, the first autonomous Amerindian territory in the Americas.
Day 5: Laziness among the Indians
Stay on one of the many islands of the archipelago in the company of the Gunas.
Day 6: Visit to Ngäbe Buglé communities
Steps: Secteurs Sud Et Est, Bocas Del Toro, San Cristóbal
Back to Panama, heading for Bocas del Toro. Isla Colón is the ideal starting point for visiting the Ngäbe Buglé communities of San Cristobal, Salt Creek or Tobobé.
SALT CREEK
Day 7: La Amistad International Park
Steps: Cerro Punta
On the continent, near the international park La Amistad, the Naso Teribe community welcomes you to share its culture.
PARQUE INTERNACIONAL DE LA AMISTAD
Day 8: In the Naso Teribe community
there are 7 Amerindian groups in Panama. The Naso Teribe are the smallest group, comprising around 3,000 people who live on the banks of the Teribe river, in the province of Bocas del Toro.
Day 9: End of trip or extension
From the capital, it's possible to reach the Darién, home to several Embera and Wounaan communities. Allow at least another 5 days.
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