Recently Viewed
Embera Village Tour: Indigenous Culture Experience
4.9
430 Ratings
Panama City
Connect with indigenous people on this guided tour from Panama City to an Embera village in the Chagres rainforest. Travel by canoe to a waterfall for a swim and a VIP lunch with drinks.
Connect with indigenous people on this guided tour from Panama City to an Embera village in the Chagres rainforest. Travel by canoe to a waterfall for a swim and a VIP lunch with drinks.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Panama City - Upon picking up customers, it takes 1 hour to reach a sourcing market to purchase fruit for lunch.
- Mercado de Abastos - A stop will be made at a local market to buy fruit for lunch.
- Chagres National Park - Upon arrival at the Chagres River, there is a 30-minute sail in an indigenous canoe to a waterfall, where a 30-minute…
- Panama City - Upon picking up customers, it takes 1 hour to reach a sourcing market to purchase fruit for lunch.
- Mercado de Abastos - A stop will be made at a local market to buy fruit for lunch.
- Chagres National Park - Upon arrival at the Chagres River, there is a 30-minute sail in an indigenous canoe to a waterfall, where a 30-minute swim can be enjoyed. Following this, a 15-minute sail leads to the indigenous community.
As the journey progresses up the river, there is an incredible view of the rainforest’s flora and fauna.
At the tour’s conclusion, there is an opportunity to swim in the Chagres River’s spring.
- Embera Drua Village - The indigenous community warmly welcomes visitors with music and food, offering insights into their culture and traditional dances.
- Panama City - After departing Chagres National Park, it takes 1 hour to return to the hotel.
What's Included
- Entrance fee to Chagres National Park included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance fee to Chagres National Park included
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Carbonated beverages
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Extra charge for Indian Community and Chagres National Park paid in Cash
- $35 per adult and $15 per child
- Extra charge for Indian Community and Chagres National Park paid in Cash
- $35 per adult and $15 per child
Location
Panama City
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
(430 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
493vickieg
Apr 28, 2025
The rain made it even more worth it! - This was an amazing experience! I've traveled to several countries around the world and went on numerous excursions. This was hands down one of the best I've ever been on. Orlando was the perfect tour guide. He was not only very knowledgeable about the Embera peoples lifestyles, he was also very helpful and encouraging to everyone. It rained a large part of the trip which only served to make the trip even more authentic. The Embera people were very welcolming and allowed us a small glimpse into their lives. It was truly an amazing experience and exceeded any expectation I had just from reading the description. So do yourself a favor and book this trip. You won't regret it!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Kelly-ann
Apr 28, 2025
Immersive Cultural Experience 🇵🇦 - The visit to the village was such an Immersive Cultural Experience. If you love an authentic cultural experience chock-full of history then - this tour is for you.
At first I was hesitant because on the face of it, it could look like a familiar plot of a movie where an unsuspecting and over-adventurous tourist is ‘taken’ in the bushes ‘without a trace’ 🚣🏻. But you are Safe to take this tour.🛟
THE PINEAPPLE is the most delicious pineapple I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE!🍍🍍🍍🍍
The food was delicious.
The people were warm-spirited.
The cultural dances were engaging.
The history was interesting and informative.
The hike was formidable but energizing.
The rainfall was refreshing.
Our tour guide was AWESOME! He was a total gentleman as he helped us navigate the unudlating terrain on the hike. Moreover, it was such a delight to learn that he has Jamaican roots🇯🇲.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
401aln
Apr 27, 2025
Excellent day in Panama! - Excellent outing today. Beautiful scenery, great group of people in the excursion, excellent guide who explained so much to us, and most importantly the lovely people of the Embera tribe who were so enjoyable to be around. I really recommend this outing to anyone interested in learning more about the history of Panama and its peoples.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Christine_w
Apr 26, 2025
If you can only choose one, pick this! - This was the best excursion I went on in Panama City! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful throughout the entire trip. Wear proper shoes for the hike and waterfall. You're gonna get wet but dry off quickly when you get to the village. The locals showed us great hospitality and the lunch was delicious. If you can only do one thing it should be this!!!!!
Review provided by Viator
U1915pcmandyg
Apr 25, 2025
One of the best Amazing experience, of Panama - Today the tour done to the Embera Indian village. Dear tourguide, Orlando and Philippe. Everything was clearly explained in English. What a beautiful experience we had. Very special to be able to take a look at the lives of the Embera people. Also the waterfall was very nice to see. Still have to take a walk through the jungle, but then you can cool off. Water shoes are useful. The lunch was also very tasty and well catered for.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Houmea
Apr 25, 2025
Excellent - Nice experience. Our driver Philippe, very attentive. Nice, smiling and professional. A thousand thanks to him
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Z7725xjreginam
Apr 25, 2025
Such a Fun Adventure with the Best Guides! - This excursion was hands down one of the highlights of our trip! Everything was so well organized, and the whole experience was packed with fun from start to finish. What made it even more special were the guides—they were super friendly, upbeat, and had us laughing the entire time. You can tell they genuinely love what they do and go out of their way to make sure everyone’s having a great time. If you’re looking for an unforgettable outing with amazing vibes, don’t miss this one!
⸻
¡Esta excursión fue, sin duda, uno de los mejores momentos de nuestro viaje! Todo estuvo súper bien organizado y la experiencia fue divertida de principio a fin. Pero lo que realmente hizo la diferencia fueron los guías: súper simpáticos, divertidos y siempre con una sonrisa. Nos hicieron reír, nos cuidaron y crearon un ambiente increíble. Se nota que aman lo que hacen. Si buscas una actividad inolvidable con buena onda, ¡no te la pierdas!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
S_phoraa299
Apr 25, 2025
Discovery - Very good experience. The guides were really at the top and the little care especially Philippe. I recommend this activity with my eyes closed.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
961syrenaj
Apr 24, 2025
Book this tour now! You will not regret it. - Too much to say about this tour!!! I’ve done a lot of tours over the years and this one rates the highest. The guides were absolutely incredible, knowledgeable and kind. I took my 2yo, 10yo and blind mother in law and they accommodated for each of them. My trip to Panama wouldn’t have been complete if we didn’t do this tour…with this company!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Daytrip64748277341
Apr 24, 2025
Emberá Village Experience & Hidden Waterfall - My visit to the Emberá Village and nearby waterfall was truly unforgettable, and a big part of that was thanks to our incredible tour guide, Orlando. He was an amazing host—knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of the village.
Orlando took the time to explain everything in great detail, from the traditions of the Emberá people to the natural beauty surrounding the area. His fluency in both English and Spanish made it easy for everyone to follow along and feel included. His clear instructions and storytelling made the entire experience smooth, educational, and truly enriching.
This tour was one of the highlights of My Panama trip, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore the country’s culture and nature!
Review provided by Tripadvisor