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DISCOVER THE SAN BLAS ISLANDS, GUNA YALA, PANAMA

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Here you’ll find a growing collection of information about San Blas: practical tips, travel planning recommendations, island guides, Guna indigenous culture and history, activities, tours, current updates, and true stories shared by our team, local people, and visitors. 

All created to help you plan your visit, inspire you to discover the rich indigenous culture and history of Guna Yala, and build a meaningful, respectful connection with the San Blas Islands and the Guna people who call them home — one that goes beyond travel.

At Abisua Travel, we are a team of local guides passionate about sharing the best of San Blas with you. Our goal is to offer you an unforgettable, authentic, and truly local experience as you explore the islands of San Blas, Guna Yala, Panama.

Do you have questions, ideas, or topics you’d like to see on the blog? Leave us a comment and tell us what you’d like to explore. We want to build this community with you!

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Guna Yala is divided into two main political bodies, the General and Cultural Congresses, each with 3 chiefs.

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Only 32 of Guna Yala’s islands can be visited for tourism, 295 islands are completely protected.

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Guna Yala has 51 communities: 49 are purely Guna populations & 2 are non-indigenous communities.

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Only Kuna local guides who have permission Kuna elders may bring tourists to the Guna Yala San Blas Islands?

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The Guna Yala region has 365 islands: 38 islands are inhabited by communities. 327 are beach islands.

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Coconuts are considered the main currency of Guna Yala to buy items not produced on the islands.

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