Are Yani Island and Yansailadub the same island?

Yes, 'Yani Island' is the popular name used by travelers, while 'Yansailadub' is its official native Guna name. Both designate the same beautiful island in the San Blas archipelago.

What boat tours are included with Yani Cabins?

The all-inclusive package at Yani Island includes a guided boat tour to the Natural Pools sandbar (starfish reserve) and a visit to Isla Gato, alongside 4x4 roundtrip transport and 3 daily meals.

Yani Island (Yansailadub) Cabins San Blas ($145)

Yani / Yansailadub Island Cabins — All-Inclusive Stay

Discover Yani Island (Yansailadub), a paradise destination in San Blas (Guna Yala) celebrated for its pristine white sand beaches and calm turquoise sea. The primary highlight of Yani Cabins is that its all-inclusive package from $145 USD per person (1 night) includes 4x4 transport, 3 fresh meals, AND a guided boat excursion to the Natural Pools and Isla Gato.

What's Included in Your Stay at Yani (Yansailadub) Island

Shared and private cabin options

Shared outdoor bathrooms with fresh water

Authentic wooden beachfront cabins

Full board meals (3 local daily meals)

4x4 transport + speed boat roundtrip

Boat tour: Natural Pools + Isla Gato included

Exclusive Value: Boat Excursion Included

Unlike other destinations where island excursions incur extra boat tour fees, on Yani / Yansailadub Island the boat tour is 100% included in the base rate (from $145 USD per person). You will visit the world-famous Natural Pools, an open-ocean shallow sandbar where you can see giant starfish, and Isla Gato, a scenic key ideal for exploring and taking memorable photos.

Accommodation Options & Pricing

On Yani Island you can stay in a shared cabin for backpackers or a private beachfront wooden cabin with shared bathroom. Beds are prepared with clean linens and mosquito nets. The starting price is from $145 USD per person (1 night), with special discounted rates for stays of 2 or more nights available via WhatsApp.

Complete Itinerary with Tours (2 Days / 1 Night)

Day 1 · 05:00 AM - 05:30 AM | Panama City Pickup

Your 4x4 driver meets you at your hotel in Panama City to start the journey through the mountains to Guna Yala.

Day 1 · 08:30 AM | Border Check & Cartí Port Departure

Passport inspection and Guna tax payment ($23 foreigners / $8 residents in cash). Board the boat to Yani Island.

Day 1 · 09:45 AM | Check-in at Yani Cabins

Warm welcome by the Guna host family, settle into your cabin, and enjoy the powdery white sand beach.

Day 1 · 12:45 PM | Fresh Caribbean Lunch

Fresh ocean catch prepared with traditional coconut rice and fried plantains served right by the sea.

Day 1 · 02:00 PM | Guided Boat Tour: Natural Pools + Isla Gato

Included boat excursion: swim in the shallow turquoise sandbar of the Natural Pools and explore Isla Gato for snorkeling and tropical photography.

Day 2 · 07:00 AM | Breakfast & Return to Panama City

Breakfast, check-out at 08:00 AM, boat transfer back to Cartí, and 4x4 ride back to Panama City (arrival around noon).

Frequently Asked Questions about Yani / Yansailadub Island

Why does it have two names: Yani and Yansailadub?

Yansailadub is the indigenous Guna name of the island, while Yani is the shorter nickname commonly used by international travelers. They are the exact same island.

Does the Isla Gato and Natural Pools tour cost extra?

No, it is 100% included in your Yani Island Cabin booking! There are no hidden fees or extra boat supplements for this tour.