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Boatlife welcome to the San Blas Islands S2/E13
2 May 2025 · 15 min · 4K views · Salardup, San Blas Islands
What this video covers
After clearing into Panama, the crew of Namaste sails from Turtle Cay Marina to the Guna Yala archipelago, also known as the San Blas Islands.4:10 Upon arrival at Porvenir, they pay the required park access fees of $23 per person and a monthly anchoring fee of $45.4:27 The vessel then cruises to Salardup, where the crew spends time at anchor before dropping off their guests.5:10 Following the departure of their guests, the owners relocate to the anchorage at Cambombia and eventually to Nargana.10:44 At Nargana, the crew secures provisions and replenishes their freshwater supply by motoring up a local river to fill jerrycans.10:44 They note that local residents also harvest river water to sell to cruisers for approximately 15 euros per 200 litres.14:27 The crew navigates the river cautiously, noting the presence of crocodiles, and confirms that Nargana offers essential infrastructure including laundry services and grocery supplies.11:10
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