Local Routes
Routes adapted to weather, tides and your interests.
Our Story
The sea came first.
Panama Sailing was born from a simple belief: the most authentic way to discover Bocas del Toro is from the sea.
Every island, coral reef, quiet beach and mangrove channel reveals something different when approached by boat. Rather than offering ordinary tours, Panama Sailing creates private experiences shaped by local knowledge, weather, tides and the interests of every guest.
Meet the Captain
Captain Daniel Ayora
Originally from Peru, Captain Daniel Ayora has spent much of his life connected to the sea. After living and working along different coastlines, he eventually chose Bocas del Toro as his home.
He arrived aboard Naylamp, the first vessel that would later become the beginning of Panama Sailing. Named after the mythical founder of the ancient Lambayeque civilization, Naylamp symbolized exploration, adventure and respect for the sea.
Over the years Daniel has contributed to Bocas del Toro beyond navigation, including community initiatives, support for local families and children, and the creation of an underwater museum built by hand beneath the Caribbean Sea.
The Bocas We Know
Experience shaped by local knowledge.
Some visitors see islands. We see changing tides, protected reefs, quiet anchorages and the moments when wildlife appears. That knowledge transforms a beautiful boat ride into a memorable day on the water.
Private Experiences
Every charter is designed around your group.
Respect for Nature
Wildlife, reefs and local communities are part of every journey.
Authentic Sailing
Decades of experience on the waters of Bocas del Toro.
A simple philosophy
Some people make a living from the sea. Others dedicate their lives to understanding it.
Captain Daniel Ayora belongs to the latter.