ABOUT US

ABOUT US

Come and live your own experience with us!

Welcome to our sailboat. We are located around the San Blas archipelago, Panama, considered one of the last virgin paradise of the Caribbean. Also locally known as Kuna Yala, the archipelago is completely owned by the Kuna people, the local indigenous population, that never built infrastructure or hotels in the islands. Thanks to them you can explore with us different islands where the only construction is a wooden rustic hut, where you can buy some artisanal work and a fresh beer. The archipelago is located approximately five hours from Panama City.

We are a community of captains and sailors with a passion for sailing with an adventurous lifestyle. We rotate according to the season, but you always find two crew members on board. A wise captain and an amazing chef from different countries and cultures. Come aboard!

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An Intimate Sailing Experience for Your Getaway

The sailboat can accommodate up to four guests, making it an ideal choice for solo travelers, groups of friends, or couples seeking a private boating experience.

The sailboat has one bathroom, a private cabin with a king-size bed, two single beds and another king-size bed in the middle of the boat. The beds can be closed during the day for greater comfort inside the boat. There are also individual spaces to store personal things, phone recharge station and four USB-charging fans.

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ABOUT ME

Guadalupe – Founder & Captain

“In 2016 I left Argentina to start my first great adventure, traveling by bicycle from Argentina with Colombia. With little money in my pocket but with many dreams to fulfill, I finished that great trip that taught me the importance of this life, to respect nature and to be a good person with everyone and with myself. When I arrived in Cartagena (Colombia) I had the idea of ​​crossing to Panama on a sailboat and so a new adventure began, living on board and on the sea under thousands of stars, where life is completely different from the land. There are no streets, no car noises, no artificial lights, just a community of friends that share the same passion for sailing and the ocean. Now I want to share this lifestyle to all the people who want to live the experience of an adventurous, ecological and sustainable life in the Caribbean of San Blas”.

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Camille Janicki
Camille Janicki
2023-08-25
What an amazing experience! I had an amazing time with Guadalupe and her sailboat. She made the experience phenomenal, bringing us to different islands, sailing, snorkeling. I couldn't recommend this enough. I will never forget the nights watching the sky full of starts from the bow of the boat. Thanks for everything ✨❤️
sebastián Mendoza
sebastián Mendoza
2023-08-20
Fue una experiencia increíble! La recomiendo totalmente. El velero es una belleza, con excelentes acabados de madera donde además se duerme como un bebé. Fuimos a islas que parecen sacadas de una postal, navegando con una capitana que te hace sentir seguro, pero de que además te permite aprendrer de navegación. Gran experiencia.
Valerio Mariners
Valerio Mariners
2023-08-17
Decisamente una delle esperienze più belle della mia vita! Non ero mai stato in barca a vela e insieme alla mia compagna abbiamo deciso di imbarcarci a bordo di Thyra per esplorare il paradisiaco arcipelago di San Blas. Siamo stati accolti col sorriso dalla super capitana Guadalupe e da Jesica che ci hanno subito mostrato la meravigliosa barca e ci hanno preparato una colazione buonissima! Da lì è iniziato il nostro viaggio di 5 giorni in queste isole e questo mare incredibili, tra snorkeling, nuotate, classi di yoga, risate, buon cibo, racconti, albe e tramonti da sogno, cieli stellati, natura. Gudalupe è una persona meravigliosa. Una capitana attenta, esperta, che sa rassicurarti anche durante una tempesta, sa mostrarti la bellezza di questo luogo incontaminato e preservato così bene dai Kuna, sa affascinarti con racconti marinareschi e con storie incredibili sulle tante persone che ha conosciuto, sa cucinare del cibo squisito con ingredienti semplici e organici (siamo entrambi vegani e mai ci saremmo aspettati di mangiare così bene e in modo così variegato in una barca), sa spiegarti come si muove una barca a vela facendoti provare l'ebrezza di tenere il timone e navigare, sa mostrarti la cultura dei Kuna perchè conosce tante persone del luogo che ti mostrano piccoli pezzi del loro modo di vivere affascinandoti. Insieme a lei abbiamo avuto il piacere di avere come marinaia Jesica che ha dato quel valore aggiunto a tutto il nostro viaggio. E' stata la nostra maestra di yoga facendoci riconnettere a noi stessi con lezioni (sulle varie isole) la mattina presto o al tramonto. La sua simpatia e dolcezza ci saranno sempre care ricordando questo viaggio. Non so bene come esprimere la mia gratitudine a queste due persone per averci regalato un'esperienza tanto incrdibile, emozionante, ricca di riflessioni e di bellezza. E pieni di BELLEZZA ce ne andiamo via da San Blas, carichi di emozioni e ricordi che resteranno indelebili. Grazie davvero di cuore per averci dato tanto ❤️ Speriamo di vedervi presto. Inutile dire che consiglio vivamente a chiunque di fare questa esperienza con communities on boat!!!
Adriana Laespada
Adriana Laespada
2023-08-17
Esta experiencia ha sido una maravilla total. Unos días en el paraíso, lejos de la locura del mundo, rodeados de la más absoluta belleza y en la mejor de las compañías. Lupe es una capitana increíble, súper profesional, apasionada, divertida y también una gran chef!! Nosotros somos veganos y ella nos cocinó comidas increíbles (con la ayuda de su marinera Jesi) y super sanas. Nos llevó a muchas islas diferentes, hicimos yoga todos los días, nos enseñó a navegar, nos contó muchísimas cosas sobre San Blas, los Kunas y la navegación, nos reímos mucho y compartimos. Lupe también nos llevó a bucear a arrecifes de coral increíbles y a comer focaccia en Cayo Holandés. Ha sido una experiencia maravillosa navegar durante 5 días por uno de los paraísos más vírgenes de este planeta con esta mujer fuerte y fantástica. No lo puedo recomendar más. Gracias Lupe y Jesi, os llevamos en el corazón junto a Kuna Yala.
Linde Raats
Linde Raats
2023-08-01
Easily the highlight of our trip to Panama. Guadalupe and Giacomo welcomed us full heartedly on the boat and gave us a crash course in the so called sailor life. Every day on the boat started with a jump in the ocean to cool off after the hot nights, followed by snorkelling between the beautiful coral reefs and exploring nearby islands. In the afternoon the sails were hoisted and we sailed to a different location with new islands to explore. This was the time to relax on the boat and read a book or draw. At night there were campfires on the islands or we or enjoyed a cup of pirate tea on the boat. Every meal we had was freshly cooked with healthy ingredients. Guadalupe and Giacomo really saw to it that we got the most out of our time in San Blas. It’s back to basics on the boat, but you’re rewarded with the greatest luxury of all: getting to discover this uniquely preserved Caribbean paradise and meeting the wonderful Guna Yala People. We enjoyed every moment of it, although I feel like I’m stuck for life now with wanting to go back!
Emiliano Falabrini
Emiliano Falabrini
2023-07-23
Conocer San Blas con Guadalupe fue una experiencia inolvidable. Navegamos, exploramos arrecifes de coral, hicimos deporte, yoga, meditación, comimos rico y saludable y por sobre todo, pude sentir una conexión con la naturaleza muy pura y emocionante. El recíproco respeto y cariño que los locales (los kunas) tienen con Guada, se transmite, y hacen el entorno amigable, además de paradisíaco. Thyra (la embarcación) fue muy acogedora. Pude percibir los años de navegaciones y aventuras plasmadas en las maderas que forman parte del interior. Me siento muy feliz de haber conocido este rincón del planeta junto a estas dos grandes mujeres, y no puedo dejar de sonreir al pensar en volver algún día.
Thaiz Maciel
Thaiz Maciel
2023-07-16
Tive o privilégio de viver uma experiência inesquecível a bordo do veleiro Thyra, durante três dias maravilhosos em San Blas. Quero expressar minha gratidão a Guadalupe, uma anfitriã excepcional que tornou essa jornada ainda mais especial. Sua gentileza e dedicação em compartilhar seu conhecimento sobre a vida no barco e navegação foram admiráveis. Guadalupe me levou a lugares incríveis, revelando a beleza indescritível de San Blas. Cada ilha que visitamos era mais deslumbrante do que a anterior, e eu me senti verdadeiramente privilegiada em explorar esses tesouros naturais. Além disso, não posso deixar de mencionar a deliciosa comida que desfrutei durante toda a estadia. Guadalupe e sue marinheiro prepararam refeições maravilhosas, que refletiram o cuidado e a atenção que eles dedicam aos seus hóspedes. Durante esses dias, tive a oportunidade de experimentar várias atividades, desde aulas de yoga relaxantes até mergulhos com arraias e muitos peixes. Foi uma combinação perfeita de aventura e relaxamento! A energia positiva de Guadalupe é contagiante. Sua paixão pela vida no mar e seu amor pela natureza são evidentes em tudo o que ela faz. Como uma mulher viajando sozinha, me senti segura e acolhida durante 100% do tempo em que estive lá. Guadalupe me ajudou com toda a preparação e os contatos também para o traslado desde a Cidade do Panamá. Recomendo a todos que desejam vivenciar algo único que se hospedem com Guadalupe no veleiro Thyra. San Blas é um lugar imperdível, e a experiência de se hospedar em um veleiro como Thyra adiciona uma dimensão especial a essa aventura. Não há melhor maneira de explorar as maravilhas deste paraíso do que com uma anfitriã tão incrível e uma embarcação tão especial. Gratidão a Guadalupe e a toda a equipe do Communities on Boat por proporcionarem uma experiência tão memorável. Espero voltar em breve para viver novas aventuras e criar mais lembranças inesquecíveis neste paraíso.
Esha Kothari
Esha Kothari
2023-06-22
We don’t believe there is a better way to explore the paradise of san blas/ kuna yala than aboard Guadalupe’s sailboat Thyra. And genuinely speaking Guadalupe, Giacomo and Emiliano are the reason we had one of the most memorable experiences in all our travels. From the moment we set foot aboard Thyra we felt like we were visiting old friends with long conversations and so many interesting things to learn. They are highly knowledgeable about the area and of the local culture and were able to share interesting insights which made us appreciate the place and it people even more. We played beach volleyball, snorkled some incredible reefs, and even learnt a couple of salsa steps on the beach at sunset! They know how to make you have a good time. They were also so caring towards our 4 year old son, he had such a great time!! The food was amazing, fresh and healthy. They were also so respectful for our dietary restrictions and were so mindful about the food needs of our son. Our short time in San blas has proved to life changing in many ways! Highly highly recommend! Thank you guys.
Ella Pfander
Ella Pfander
2023-05-22
We had the most incredible experience with Guadalupe and Giacomo. The food and company was amazing, we loved every moment from the yoga in the mornings to snorkelling beautiful coral reefs! One of our favourite experiences in latin America and we would highly recommend!
Margy Elliott
Margy Elliott
2023-05-15
What a beautiful place with wonderful people and a unforgettable experience. We loved our time. Lupe is a great captain, and our tours around the islands were some of the best snorkeling of our lives. The boat was hot at night, but the food, stars, and water more than made up for it.

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