Sunday, January 12, 2014

How To Prepare For Colombia To Panama Sailing

By Marissa Velazquez


Colombia to Panama sailing provides a very adventurous opportunity to tourists who love water travels. There are numerous opportunities for you to enjoy yourself on the waters that separate the two countries. Snorkeling in such reefs, visiting the San Blas islands and buying artistic goods from the Kuna tribe are just but a few things you can indulge in during the trip.

There usually exist people who can help you plan the journey. They provide the various alternatives from which you can choose. Air travel is the fastest way to cross the Gap but it is very costly and you may not enjoy the scenery as you may expect to. This is usually reserved for business people who need to cross fast enough to save as much time as they can.

There are also speed boats that travel at very high speeds in this waters, and may take a shorter time to transport you from one location to the other. This ride is, however, very uncomfortable due to the wetness and fast winds you may experience in the course of the journey. The best option is to hire a sailboat that will take you 4 days to cross.

The sailing package may be very costly, but it is well worth it. The package includes food and accommodation during the whole journey, so all you have to do is carry your personal belongings. In this way, you get to explore the open seas from Colombia, and the renowned San Blas Islands. Be sure to carry some extra money just in case the costs go overboard.

Make sure that you make your bookings on time to prevent last minute rushes. It is also advisable to spend the night before the day of departure in the guest house so you can familiarize with your Captain and the staff, and you can also leave at the scheduled time. Confirm the size of the boat you have been provided with is the right one before you leave.

Ensure your Captain is skilled and he understands his job very well. He should understand the waters and the weather so well so that he can advise you accordingly on when to depart and when to do some activities like snorkeling. He should also be able to interact with people so that he can create a conducive environment for you and the other passengers to enjoy the tour.

Since you are only allowed to carry personal belongings into the boat, ensure you have sufficient equipment to take you through the 4 days that you will be travelling. These should be able to cater for your clothing and body needs. You can also carry some extra snacks and drinks with you to supplement the provisions on the boat.

Be prepared to share beds in case you are in a large group of friends. Usually, there are a maximum number of people that can be allowed on the boat to prevent any risks that may occur due to overloading. Colombia to Panama sailing may not be comfortable at times especially when the weather is rough, but it is totally worth it.




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