Embera Indigenous Village & Monkey Island

Early in the morning, we will take a ride to the Chagres River Marine, located in the town of Gamboa. Here you board a canoe and head off on an adventure that will include an expedition across Gatun Lake in the Panama Canal passing by gigantic cargo ships transiting the waterway, making a contrast with the natural surroundings. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to spot Green iguanas resting on tree branches, crocodiles, and Osprey in the hunt for Peacock bass, Snail kite, and Keel-billed toucan among other wildlife. After the boat tour, we will ahead to the Chagres River, where are located the Embera indigenous village, you will be greeted with dancing and music. You will learn about Embera customs and their relationship with nature. There will be handcrafts available for sale and you will have a chance to be painted with the traditional jagua, a natural dye the Embera use to adorn their bodies, and enjoy a traditional Embera lunch.