Colombia To Panama Sailing Tours

By Serena Price


There are really only two ways for tourists to get around in the area where Colombia To Panama sailing tours operate. Visitors can either fly or they can go by boat. Commercial cargo ships, from modern carriers to tramp steamers, ply the waters, as do private yachts. However, sailboats that are designed to carry passengers in comfort suit most vacationers best.

These passages for a limited number of people are operated by individual captains who own their boat and will take guests aboard. It's hard for vacationers to check out the customer service, amenities, and safety records of Colombian captains. However, it's not hard to find an experienced tour company with a good track record of finding reputable sailboat captains to show vacationers a great time.

If you're wondering why anyone would like to make this trip, consider first the route. These two countries, both once part of the same Spanish colony, are located in the Caribbean, one of the most beautiful parts of the world. The sun, the sand, the pristine beaches, and the diverse populations, cultures, and traditions are fascinating.

The five days or so you spend on board will truly expose you to the hypnotic lure of the sea. You'll sail through days and nights when all you hear is the rushing of water under the bow and the sound of wind in the sails. You'll see mysterious islands and miles of beautiful coastline by day and the moon and stars by night, with nothing between you and the ocean but the frail hull of the boat.

Along the way, you can laze in the sun on deck or fish the deep sea waters for a trophy tuna. Swimming and snorkeling near one of the hundreds of islands, enjoying a secluded beach and the famous jewel-tone water, or visiting an Indian village for a glimpse of indigenous culture are some side trips that can be arranged.

It's possible to reserve a whole boat, but it's fun to meet new people, with all the time you need to really get to know them. Not the least of these will be the captain and the crew of your boat; the people of the region are famous for friendliness and hospitality.

You can go online to read accounts of travel posted there, to see pictures of spectacular scenery, to find out what sights you might see in either Columbia or Panama, and to read about the San Blas or Rosario Islands. Between unspoiled beaches, clear aqua-colored water, dense jungle, and historic towns and cities, this is a great way to get an intimate look at South America.

Colombia to Panama sailing trips might not be for everyone, but there are great tales posted online from those who took this challenge and loved every minute of it. Maybe it's time to make some memories that are far from ordinary.




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