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Chagres National Park - Your day will start with your hotel pickup, were you will be escorted to A/C vehicle, where a knowledgeable guide will be awaiting to provide you with an overview of Panama on the your way to the jungles of the Central Region.
Your host will prepare you for the cultural feast you are about to experience by sharing the history and customs of the Emberá Indians. These are the keepers of the Rainforest and Chagres River. When you arrive at the Chagres National Park, you will leave the comfort of your vehicle to board the dugout canoes that will take you to the Emberá Village. Although not the most luxurious, these dug outs are sturdy and worthy craft which were critical in the conquering of the jungle and in establishing supply lifelines for both Indians and Spanish. After motoring up river, you will see the village emerge from the jungle as if by magic. Keep your eyes open along the way, as the region offers abundant wildlife that is particularly active along the river’s edge.
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- Hotel Drop Off
- Guided Tour
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Visit to Embera Indian Village
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
A journey into the lives of the Embera Quera Tribe, which for its attachment to the ancestral culture, residents educated in tourism, located in the tropical forest, its hygienic facilities, artisan variety, good service and constant improvement, links with universities and research centers, indigenous culture and environmental conservation, this village was chosen by the experts of the Sustainable Tourism Master Plan of Panama, as the Model Village of Indigenous Tourism in the Republic of Panama. When you arrive at the Chagres National Park, you will leave the comfort of your vehicle to board the dugout canoes that will take you to the village. After motoring up river, you will see the village emerge from the jungle as if by magic, in the Village, the Chief will welcome you with traditional Embera hospitality. A series of dances have been arranged to add to this cultural exchange.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Not recommended for participants with back problems.
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions.
- Not recommended for pregnant women.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Not wheelchair accessible.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.