15 Best Embera Village Tours

“This was a wonderful experience. We were picked up by motor coach right at our hotel. Although the pick up was over 30 minutes late, the tour leader Kareem made up for it with his knowledge, humor and charming wit during the ride to the…”

“Pickup was on time. Bus was clean and our driver Fernando was excellent. Drive is about an hours then a canoe ride. We went past the waterfalls so we could kayak back and was well worth it. But relatively hard work so not for everyone.…”

“Richard was an amazing guide. It was personalized, everyone was very attentive and nice. The waterfall was amazing. Highly recommended.”

“Amazing experience with a great guide that speaks outstanding english, it’a fun and reliable. Embera village is something different and an incredible experience if you’re in Panama city.”

“We had an excellent tour, especially with Gino as our tour guide! He is the best! Very informative and funny. Everyone knew him in the village and the other tour guides respected him and followed his lead. Gino was very quick to send all th”

“It was a fun day on the water in a motorized canoe! We learned about the Embere people and ate an excellent lunch.”

“Amazing guide, amazing day. The Embera people are very welcoming and appreciate the support and tourism. Nice to share in their culture and learn about indigenous tribes. The hike to the waterfall was really cool. Our 3 yo could do it as well my 74…”

“Such a fun adventure. Our guide, Esteban, was friendly, knowledgable, and made the day so much fun. Lunch was delicious - fried fish and fresh Panama fruits!”

“Keep in mind there are extra charges for the waterfall and village fees. It's a very costly visit. There were 3 people in our group and the cost was $225 for the car ride then for village it was $120. We skip the waterfall. The…”

“One of the must have tour in Panama! It was wonderful to get out of the city and canall to see the unsophisticated village life. It was great experience journey up the Charges River in the transitional canoe, walked thru the knee high water to…”

“Great trip from beginning my to end. Very well organised and exceptional tour guide Oscar really ensured that this trip was unique and special. Absolutely recommend!”

“Everything about this trip was memorable including traveling in dug out canoes. The tribe were extremely open and able to give an overview of their past and their plans for the future.”

“Great tour! Highly recommended and will use again! We had a few tours but she was definitely the best!”

“I was. It prepared for the hike, nor were others on the trip. The excursion was absolutely wonderful! Please add details of needing appropriate hiking shoes and that it can be extremely muddy. The staff were wonderful.”

“If you are even remotely interested in local culture this is an excellent trip. Our guide was very knowledgeable of the area and the native people and made the day very memorable. The village and the people are truly amazing and so friendly.”