Welcome to Pelicano Island (Isla Gorgidub), the San Blas island made famous by Netflix's Money Heist Season 3. Just 45 minutes off the Caribbean coast, this stunning island offers white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and the chance to truly disconnect. Whether you choose a social dorm or a private ensuite cabin, Pelicano delivers a cinematic Caribbean escape with paddleboards, snorkeling, and fresh seafood included.
Island Stays
Pelicano Island (Isla Gorgidub)
The San Blas island made famous by Money Heist - Season 3
From $200 per person per night
Region
Pelicano, San Blas
Access
45-60 min boat ride
Stay Type
Dorms and Cabins
From
$200 / night
The Experience
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Accommodation Options
Shared Dorm with External Bathroom
Dorm-style rooms housing 4-6 guests with sand floors and bathrooms located outside. Shared facilities include 3 toilets and 3 showers. No in-room charging available; the restaurant area has power outlets in the evenings. Great for solo travelers and groups looking to connect.
Prices per person
1 Night (3 meals)
$200
2 Nights (6 meals)
$315
3 Nights (9 meals)
$385
Each additional night: +$95 per person (includes 3 meals)
Sand floors
Shared bathrooms
Restaurant charging
Paddleboard access
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Private Room with Shared External Bathroom
Comfortable private cabins with sand floors for 2 or more guests. Bathrooms are shared and located outside the room, with 3 toilets and 3 showers. No in-room charging; power is available at the restaurant in the evening. Ideal for couples or friends wanting privacy without a premium price.
Prices per person
Min 2 people
1 Night (3 meals)
$215
2 Nights (6 meals)
$320
3 Nights (9 meals)
$430
Each additional night: +$110 per person (includes 3 meals)
Private room
Sand floors
Shared bathrooms
Restaurant charging
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Private Cabin with Shared External Bathroom
Cozy private wooden cabins perfect for couples or small groups. Bathrooms are shared outside with 3 toilets and 3 showers. Charging is limited to the restaurant area in the evening. A step up in comfort and seclusion while keeping the barefoot island feel.
Prices per person
Min 2 people
1 Night (3 meals)
$215
2 Nights (6 meals)
$320
3 Nights (9 meals)
$430
Each additional night: +$110 per person (includes 3 meals)
Private cabin
Wooden construction
Shared bathrooms
Restaurant charging
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Private Cabin with Private Ensuite Bathroom
Four private wooden cabins, each with its own ensuite bathroom inside. The best privacy option on Pelicano Island. Power outlets are limited; charging is available at the restaurant in the evening. Perfect for those who want to experience the famous island without compromising on comfort.
Prices per person
Min 2 people
1 Night (3 meals)
$230
2 Nights (6 meals)
$345
3 Nights (9 meals)
$465
Each additional night: +$120 per person (includes 3 meals)
Private cabin
Private ensuite bathroom
Wooden construction
Restaurant charging
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Every Stay Includes
- Round-trip 4x4 transport from Panama City
- Round-trip boat transfer to the island
- Accommodation in chosen cabin type
- Three meals daily (fresh seafood, chicken, coconut rice)
- Paddleboard access at no extra cost
- Snorkeling around the island reef
Not Included
- Guna Yala border tax ($20 per person, cash)
- Port tax ($2 per person, cash)
- Extra drinks (beer, sodas: $2 each)
- Late checkout fee ($35 per person, includes lunch and 7:00 PM return)
Before You Go
Departure & Transfers
Departure
Pickup at 5:00-5:30 AM from your Panama City hotel or Airbnb. 2.5-3 hour 4x4 drive through the mountains to the San Blas port.
Boat Transfer
45-60 minute scenic boat ride from the port through the San Blas archipelago to Pelicano Island (Isla Gorgidub).
Return
Morning checkout at 8:00-8:30 AM, back in Panama City by 12:00-1:00 PM. Late checkout available ($35 per person, includes lunch, return at 7:00 PM).
- 4x4 pickup included from central Panama City (hotel, hostel, or Airbnb)
- Extra fees apply for pickup/drop-off outside downtown: Playa Bonita $35, Summit $20, Amador $10
- Meeting point will be arranged if your accommodation is in an outlying area
Common Questions
FAQ
Pelicano Island (Isla Gorgidub) was featured in Netflix's Money Heist Season 3 as a filming location, making it one of the most recognized islands in San Blas. Its stunning white sand, turquoise water, and palm trees are exactly as you see on screen.
Pelicano Island has four accommodation options: shared dorms (4-6 guests, great for solo travelers), private rooms with shared bathrooms, private cabins with shared bathrooms, and private cabins with ensuite bathrooms. Prices start at $200 per person per night including meals.
Three meals per day are included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Expect fresh catch of the day (fish, lobster in season, chicken), coconut rice, salad, and tropical fruit. One drink per meal is included. Extra drinks such as beer or sodas are $2 each.
Pelicano Island has limited or no phone signal and no WiFi. Power outlets are not available in most rooms; you can charge devices at the restaurant area in the evening. The island is designed to help you truly disconnect.
Bring your original passport, cash in USD (no ATMs in San Blas), a soft bag only (max 13 kg as hard-shell suitcases don't fit in the 4x4), reef-safe sunscreen, motion sickness pills for the boat ride, and a sense of adventure. Leave large luggage at your Panama City hotel.
Pelicano Island is 115 km from Panama City, taking 2.5-3 hours by 4x4 through the mountains, followed by a 45-60 minute boat ride. Total travel time is approximately 3.5-4 hours each way. Pickup is at 5:00-5:30 AM so you arrive in time to enjoy the full day.
Trusted by Travelers
Incredible experience sailing through San Blas with AMPA Tours. The catamaran was beautiful, the crew was professional, and the islands were paradise. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Panama.
Allan Y. , TripAdvisor
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