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2 Nov 2026
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Description
Hello, I am André, I am the captain of a sailboat, I am 39 years old and I have been sailing in San Blas for 15 years, I dedicate myself to tourism around the San Blas islands in Panama, a set of 365 islands. and Colombia, rosario islands, san Bernardo islands, Cartagena. I live with my dog on my sailboat and in my free time I usually explore the islands and do activities like fishing, diving, snorkeling, and going to remote islands with my dog to pass the time.
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Types of help and learning opportunities
Language practice
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Help around the house
Hospitality/Tourism
Light maintenance
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Interests
Photography
Music
History
Languages
Cooking & food
Astronomy
Animals
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Outdoor activities
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Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You can learn about life in the sea, have the opportunity to know the area of San Blas Panamá, and Cartagena Colombia, and enjoy life as a true sailor.
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Help
A 5-day sailing passage between Cartagena and Panama, through the archipelago of San Blas. On the way, 200 nautical miles of open sea - about 35 hours where there is only water, wind and stars.
San Blas is 365 low, untouched islands in the Caribbean, white sand and clear water, cared for by the Guna people. A quiet place that feels far from everything.
The boat sails with 2 crew plus 1 volunteer. The volunteer is part of the crew, helps where needed, and is part of the daily life with guests on board.
Help is simple and real: a bit of maintenance, keeping things tidy, dishes, galley, day-to-day. And also looking after passengers, joining activities, giving the crew a hand with the group.
I hope the volunteer wants to learn to set sails, anchor, navigation and boat handling in general.
Life on board is close - small space, many people, but warm. You need to be okay getting your hands dirty and working as a team.
In return, time to see San Blas properly, a real offshore passage, and a taste of life at sea.
Minimum 10 days so training time makes sense. If you are good and want to stay longer, you are welcome to stay.
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Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: FluentThis host offers a language exchange
This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
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Accommodation
When we are without passengers, there is 1 private room for 1 volunteer.
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What else ...
Boarding is in San blas Panamá or Cartagena Colombia. depends on where the ship is.
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A little more information
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Internet access
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Limited internet access
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We have pets
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We are smokers
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Can host families
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How many Workawayers can stay?
One
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My animals / pets
Arya
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She handled responsibilities well and could be trusted to work independently. She also got along very well with Arya, the dog on board — … read more
The work evolves around preparing food, washing dishes, … read more
She adapted quickly to life on the boat, was always willing to help, and showed great interest in learning about sailing and daily tasks. Her attitude and energy were … read more
I learned a lot about sailing during our journey through the San Blas Islands. This experience let me discover incredible scenery, remote islands, and I’m grateful to have seen Cartagena through the eyes of a local !!
André was patient, … read more
She has great energy, is always willing to help, and learns very quickly. Her cooking is delicious, and she adapted easily to life on board.
Her medical knowledge was very valuable, and she made a positive impact working with the indigenous communities.
She is especially amazing with dogs and … read more
I got to learn more about sailing, navigation and the sea, interact with indigenous communities and learn about their culture, eat the mooost amazing and freshest food, dive, swim in crystal clear waters, swim with sharks and marvel at the dolphins escorting our boat in the open sea, enjoy paradisiac virgin islands, … read more
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She handled responsibilities well and could be trusted to work independently. She also got along very well with Arya, the dog on board — … read more
The work evolves around preparing food, washing dishes, … read more
She adapted quickly to life on the boat, was always willing to help, and showed great interest in learning about sailing and daily tasks. Her attitude and energy were … read more
I learned a lot about sailing during our journey through the San Blas Islands. This experience let me discover incredible scenery, remote islands, and I’m grateful to have seen Cartagena through the eyes of a local !!
André was patient, … read more
She has great energy, is always willing to help, and learns very quickly. Her cooking is delicious, and she adapted easily to life on board.
Her medical knowledge was very valuable, and she made a positive impact working with the indigenous communities.
She is especially amazing with dogs and … read more
I got to learn more about sailing, navigation and the sea, interact with indigenous communities and learn about their culture, eat the mooost amazing and freshest food, dive, swim in crystal clear waters, swim with sharks and marvel at the dolphins escorting our boat in the open sea, enjoy paradisiac virgin islands, … read more
The five days of sailing are a busy time, with plenty to do, especially cooking for the passengers. While it’s not hard work, you’re … read more
In exchange for helping with cleaning, preparing meals and night guards while sailing, I got accommodation and food, the possibility to practice a bit of Spanish with the crew, a wonderful time with great people and dogs and the opportunity to experience San Blas. These islands … read more
André, Arya (actually the real captain of the boat) and Ivan are really easy going, welcoming, good hearted people who want to show you their way of life, the life they love. … read more
