At Panama San Blas Tours, we are proud to be 100% locally operated. Our team isn’t just made up of guides and drivers — they are community leaders, cultural custodians, and passionate ambassadors of the San Blas Islands (Guna Yala).
With us, you don’t just visit San Blas — you experience it through the eyes of the people who call it home.
Everyone on our team has deep roots in the region and a shared commitment to its future. They know every curve of the road and every hidden coral reef — but more importantly, they know the stories, values, and traditions that make the Guna culture so unique.
Billy has been a trusted partner on our transfers to San Blas for over two decades. Though not originally from the islands, he has spent much of his life building strong ties with the Guna community. Guests instantly notice his warm, friendly manner — and his quiet confidence behind the wheel. With Billy, your journey begins stress-free, comfortable, and right on time.
Key info: Over 20 years’ experience • Coordinates 12+ drivers • Known for safety, punctuality, and reliability
Tony is a shining example of the entrepreneurial spirit and generosity that defines the Guna people. He began his career managing his family’s cabins on Ina Island, where his kindness and sense of responsibility quickly won the admiration of travellers. Today, he owns part of Pelícano Island, where he operates his own eco-friendly cabins and coordinates three traditional boats. Every December, he co-hosts a Christmas party with us for more than 120 children, bringing food, gifts, and joy to his community.
Key info: Guna community leader • Owner of Pelícano Island cabins • Runs boats and cultural tours • Organises annual children’s Christmas party
From humble beginnings with a single small boat, Melguis has become one of our most trusted and visionary partners. Today, he owns four boats, each named after his kids, and plays a central role in our multi-day San Blas tours. Loved by visitors and respected across his community, Melguis is known for his faith, integrity, and tireless work ethic. Alongside his wife — the daughter of a traditional Guna chief — he also leads local clean-up efforts and helps organise community celebrations for children each year.
Key info: Owner of four boats (Yadhiel 1–4) • Long-time partner • Central to our multi-day tours • Leads clean-ups and community events
Travelling with Toti is an experience in itself. Born and raised in the San Blas Islands by his grandfather, a respected Guna leader, Toti carries deep knowledge of his people’s history, rituals, and traditions. He has a rare gift for sharing these stories in a warm and approachable way, giving travellers a deeper understanding of Guna culture. Famous among our guests for his uncanny eye for spotting sloths along the jungle road, he often pauses the journey to let you marvel at these gentle creatures. Toti is not only a driver — he is a storyteller, guardian, and future leader of his community.
Key info: Born in San Blas • Deep cultural knowledge • Gifted storyteller • Expert at spotting sloths on the route
On the islands, our guides Naidi, Nando, and Marcel are your trusted companions through the turquoise waters and palm-lined shores of Guna Yala. Each has spent their whole lives here, learning the reefs, currents, and hidden coves of the archipelago. Their deep love for the islands shines through in every moment — from teaching you to snorkel above a coral garden to sharing the legends tied to the sands beneath your feet.
Key info: Lifelong locals • Skilled water guides • Experts on reefs, currents, and island life
When you book a tour in the San Blas Islands with us, you’re not just enjoying a magical experience in the Panamanian Caribbean — you’re directly supporting these people, their families, and their communities.
Your choice helps fund education, preserve traditions, and create sustainable livelihoods for the Guna people.
Thank you for being part of our journey.