I took the Embera Village tour through my cruise ship, Holland America. It was a great trip that transported us to a way of life that was very unfamiliar to me. The Embera men with their long boats that seated about ten of us met us at the river to row us to their village. They were in native dress... More

We took this trip as an excursion from Holland America Cruises. It was wonderful to meet a group of people who live almost completely without the things that we find so vital. They were colorful, happy and gracious. Their basket weaving and carving is amazing. We bought 3 pieces before we left.

I took this tour as a day trip and was very pleased and happy that I did. I wasn't quite sure what to expect especially since lunch was included and i wondered how lunch would be served. I didn't think the Embera would have paper plates or utensils and we were told to bring our own water or soft drinks... More

I saw this tour offered by the cruiseline, but I knew the experience would be much better if we were able to do this on our own. After a bit of research on the Net, we booked this tour at Emberavillagetours.com after several email with Ellie, their exec tour coordinator. Communication before the tour was always prompt and clear. Our... More

All tours from Gatun Lake must be thru the cruise lines and this is worth doing. Wear clothes that can get dirty and wet. Their handicrafts are so well done that you will want to take some cash to pick some up.

What a beautiful day we spent in the Embera Village. David Blank picked us at our Hotel and the experience began when we travelled to the village by dugout canoe. The community received us with music. They were very friendly. After a pleasant chat where they explained us how they live and what they do, we had a spectacular lunch,... More

Judy Tovar of Easy Travel arranged this unique experience. Daniel picked us up at our hotel at 8:30. At his recommendation we changed into sturdy soled water shoes for a hike beyond the villages to a remote crystal clear waterfall, led by young men of the village. Hand carved motorized dugout canoes were our mode of transportation. The villagers shared... More

We were lucky enough to have booked this trip with Anne prior to our cruise ship stop on January 22. Anne met our small group of 6 just outside the port gates and drove us to a river location from where we travelled to the village by dugout canoe. There was only one other small group of four and their... More

Wow, what an awesome time I had. I was lucky enough that the two people who had also booked to stay overnight didn't, so I was entrusted to Sylvania, an Embera women with 3 beautiful little children and her husband Leo to stay with them 'embera-style'. I couldn't have asked for better. Sure, if comfort is your thing or you... More