Guna Yala Insights

Insights and info about Guna Yala San Blas Panama

Get unique advice and immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of the Guna people as you plan your adventure in the San Blas islands with the help of our native experts. We are a local team committed to finding the best that San Blas has to offer and sharing it with you.

CURIOSITIES

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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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