Day Tour

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DEPARTURE/RETURN PLACE
Gatun River Port

DEPARTURE TIME
9:00 am

Visit the community of Embera Quera, located in the province of Colón, Corregimiento de Limón, Río Gatún, where you can live a natural and cultural experience with the residents, through their dances, music, gastronomy and crafts that you can purchase and bring a souvenir for your loved ones. You will also enjoy the scenic beauty of the natural environment of the flora and fauna of the region.

Day Tour in Emberá Querá: An Immersion in Indigenous Culture and Nature

Experience an unforgettable adventure in the Emberá Querá community with our Day Tour, a journey that will take you to discover the rich cultural and natural heritage of this indigenous people in the heart of Lake Gatún. Learn about their traditions, explore the jungle, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the community in an experience full of learning and connection with nature.

What’s Included in the Tour?

🛶 Canoe Navigation

• Travel in a traditional dugout canoe across Lake Gatún, surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife.
• Birdwatching and spotting monkeys and other animals in the ecosystem.

🏕️ Community Welcome

• Greeting by the Emberá people with traditional music and dances.
• Introduction to the history, customs, and way of life of the Emberá people.

🌿 Jungle Exploration

• Guided walk through natural trails to discover the area’s biodiversity.
• Explanation of medicinal plants and their use in traditional Emberá medicine.

🍽️ Traditional Cuisine

• Lunch prepared by the community, featuring fresh fish, plantains, yuca, and tropical fruits.

🔥 Cultural Demonstration

• Exhibition of handmade crafts made from natural materials.
• Explanation of basket weaving, wood carvings, and other traditional crafts.
• Optional: Temporary tattoos with jagua, a natural dye used in Emberá culture.

🌊 Free Time to Relax

• Refreshing swim in the river or Lake Gatún.
• Opportunity to chat with community members and learn more about their daily life.

📍 Location: Emberá Querá Community, Lake Gatún, Colón, Limón.
⏳ Duration: Approximately 4-5 hours.
📅 Availability: Year-round.
📩 Book your tour: [Your contact or booking form]

Immerse yourself in the Emberá way of life for a day and take home unforgettable memories of this cultural and natural experience. We look forward to welcoming you to Emberá Querá!