Pirates of Portobelo

Looking for the loot? Portobelo is a land full of enchantment and the Pirates of Portobelo exploration sailing begins revealing the unknown Pirates of the Caribbean side of Panama, an oasis of legendary stories. Discover the place where the battles for dominance took place. Sail on board a Catamaran the Caribbean Sea and discover its marine treasures from the surface and underwater in an interactive experience: kayak, snorkel and enjoy a secluded Caribbean beach.

Probably named by Christopher Columbus as “Beautiful Port” in 1502 Portobelo became the main point for the trade of Spaniard ships between Europe and Central and South America, which were laden with the gold of the Incas and Aztecs after these treasures crossed the Isthmus from the Pacific Coast. Because of this, Portobelo became the target of attacks by Pirates like Sir Francis Drake. Portobelo has a rich culture since it is home to the Congo Culture, in the past slaves were trade here. Now-a-days this culture has become a very interesting mixture of two worlds.