Cabañas Demar Achu

Top choice in Comarca de Guna Yala


This clutch of pleasant cabins over huge grounds is one of the best deals around, with prices cut to US$25/45 for stays longer than one night (plus US$30 transfers). The 20 cabins are well spaced for privacy, and there are spacious concrete bathhouses, volleyball facilities and hammocks. Shady camping is also all-inclusive and well priced.

There's electricity thanks to solar panels. Provides community visits to Río Sidra (Mamartupu and Urgandi) and snorkeling excursions.


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