Isla Franklin (Tubasenika), San Blas: Cabins, Dorms and Bonfires
Isla Franklin sits next to Gorgidub (Isla Pelícano), where Money Heist was filmed, and hosted the Netflix production staff. It is popular with young travelers and couples, with community bonfires at night.
About Isla Franklin
Three types of accommodation, all with shared bathrooms. Meals are simple and homemade with the catch of the day: coconut rice, salad, patacones and fresh fish. There are no outlets in the cabins.
Rates per person
| Option | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm cabin | Shared bathrooms, 6–12 people · 1 night $165 + 7% · 2 nights $205 + 7% · 3 nights $245 + 7% | Extra night $40 + 7% |
| Wood-floor cabin | Shared bathrooms · 1 night $195 + 7% · 2 nights $250 + 7% · 3 nights $305 + 7% | Extra night $55 + 7% |
| Traditional sand-floor cabin | Private cabin, shared bathrooms · 1 night $180 + 7% · 2 nights $225 + 7% · 3 nights $270 + 7% | Extra night $45 + 7% |
Per person. Guna Yala entrance fee ($20 per foreign visitor + $2 port fee) not included. On every included tour, you have lunch on a different island from the one where you stay. Late checkout $15 + 7%. Card payments carry a 7% bank fee.
What's included
- Round-trip shared 4x4 transportation from Panama City (6 passengers per vehicle)
- Round-trip boat from Cartí Port
- Lunch and dinner on day 1
- Breakfast on departure day
- Tour to an island and the Natural Pool
- Your choice of cabin
- Extra nights: accommodation and 3 meals
Not included
- Guna Yala entrance fee: $20 per foreign visitor + $2 port fee ($5 + $2 port fee for Panama nationals and residents)
- Drinks
- Extra tours (from $15 + 7% on the island)
- Late checkout ($15 + 7%)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to stay on Isla Franklin?
From $165 + 7% per person (dorm) for 1 night / 2 days, with transportation, boat, meals and a tour.
How do I get to Isla Franklin?
We pick you up in Panama City and drive by shared 4x4 to Cartí Port (about 2.5 hours), then take a boat to the island.
Is there electricity and Wi-Fi?
Electricity on the islands is limited (solar), there are usually no outlets in the cabins and there is no Wi-Fi. Bring a power bank.
Stay on Isla Franklin
We take care of every detail. Our goal: every guest goes home happy and satisfied.
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