10 Days Experience aboard Ikigai

Introduction

Every proposed activity is highly recommended, but never mandatory. The invitation is to step out of your comfort zone, try new experiences, and strengthen your discipline — while also listening deeply to your body and its needs. This experience is designed to help you explore the balance between commitment and listening, between discipline and freedom. No expectations, no performance — just the opportunity to reconnect with yourself, others, and the natural rhythm of life.

🌅 Daily Routine

🕐 Morning (approx. 1h30): Each day begins with a guided session that may include:

• Conscious breathing techniques
• Dynamic or restorative yoga flows
• Seated or moving meditation
• Rotating physical sessions (Tabata bodyweight workout or boxing basics) All sessions adapt to group energy and weather.

🌇 Evening: End the day with activities focused on introspection, relaxation, and regeneration, including:

• Sunset yoga
• Meditation
• Silent or circle sharing (depending on the group and location)

🕊️ Free Time: Breaks between activities are intentionally left open — for rest, reading, swimming, silence, or spontaneous moments. There’s nothing to do but be.

🍽️ Life on Board & Food

Food is at the heart of life on Ikigai. We blend what the sea provides with what we trade from the Guna community:

• Fresh lobster
• Tropical fruits
• Local vegetables

We fish when possible and prepare creative dishes: carpaccio, tartare, sashimi, and more. Sharing meals is sacred. You’re welcome to join in the preparation — in full community spirit, no obligation.

☁️ Important Note

The program may be adjusted based on:

• Weather and sea conditions
• Logistical factors
• Group dynamics

Every change aims to preserve the safety and quality of the experience.

🧭 Day-by-Day Itinerary

✈️ Arrival in Panama City

• Private transfer from the airport
• Overnight in Casco Viejo, UNESCO heritage district
• Evening stroll through colonial alleys, vibrant terraces, music, and local cuisine

🏝️ Day 1 – Welcome to Banedup

Highlights:

• Snorkeling, beach volleyball, first swims
• Safety briefing & crew introductions
• Light lunch and arrival rituals

Activities:

• 🥥 Lunch and dinner on board
• 🏐 Beach volleyball
• 🐠 Snorkeling on coral reefs
• 🌅 Optional evening routine

🏖️ Day 2 – Chichime

A lively island with beach huts and Caribbean vibes

• 🧘 06:30–08:00: Morning routine
• ☕ 09:00: Breakfast
• ⛵ 10:00: Sail to Chichime
• 🐠 11:00–16:00: Free time — snorkeling, swimming, beach games
• 🥥 Lunch at a beachfront restaurant
• 🌇 17:30–19:00: Evening routine
• 🍽️ 20:00: Dinner
• 🎶 21:00: Optional live music & karaoke onshore

🐬 Day 3 – West Dutch Cays (Cayo Holandés Oeste)

Untouched nature and vibrant coral reefs

• 🧘 06:30–08:00: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• ⛵ 10:00: Sail to West Dutch Cays
• 🐠 12:00–14:00: Snorkeling
• 🍽️ 14:00: Lunch
• 🌇 17:30: Evening routine
• 📚 19:00: Freediving theory (breathing, equalization, safety)
• 🌌 20:30: Dinner & marine life observation under the boat lights

🧘‍♂️ Day 4 – West Dutch Cays

Freediving practice and deep connection

• 🌬️ 06:30–07:30: Breathing & stretching for freediving
• ☕ 07:30: Light breakfast
• 📘 08:30: Theory review & technique
• 🌊 10:00–12:30: Practical freediving session
• 🍽️ 13:00: Lunch
• 🕊️ 15:00–17:00: Free time — snorkel, fish, kayak, rest
• 🌇 17:30: Evening routine
• 🌌 20:00: Dinner

🏝️ Day 5 – Dutch Cays Lagoon

Lagoon adventures, yoga, and bonfire night

• 🧘 06:30: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• ⛵ 09:30: Sail to the lagoon
• 🏄 11:00: Island-hopping by SUP or kayak
• 🍽️ 13:00: Lunch
• 🕊️ 15:00: Free time / meet locals
• 🌅 17:30: Sunset yoga or cardio/martial arts
• 🔥 19:30: Beach BBQ & bonfire with Guna families

🌴 Day 6 – Dutch Cays “Swimming Pool”

The most scenic anchorage

• 🧘 06:30: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• ⛵ 09:30: Sail to East Dutch Cays
• 🧵 11:00: Visit artisan island
• 🍽️ 12:30: Lunch at stilt restaurant
• 🧘‍♂️ 17:00: Turtle Island – yoga, rest, Tabata
• 🌌 19:30: BBQ dinner under the stars

🐚 Day 7 – Dutch Cays / Green Island

Coconuts, crafts, snorkeling, and cinema night

• 🧘 06:30: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• 🥥 09:30: Coconut plantation or reef snorkeling
• 🍽️ 12:30: Lunch
• ⛵ 14:30: Sail to Green Island
• 🕊️ 16:00: Swim & relax
• 🌇 18:30: Evening routine
• 🍽️ 20:00: Dinner
• 🎥 21:30: Outdoor film night

🧜‍♀️ Day 8 – Green Island

Janzu, freedom, and rest

• 🧘 06:30: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• 🌊 Free day: Janzu, kayaking, snorkeling, hammocks
• 🌇 18:30: Optional evening routine
• 🍽️ 20:00: Dinner

🦈 Day 9 – Coco Bandero

Private island, sharks, celebration night

• 🧘 06:30: Morning routine
• ☕ 08:30: Breakfast
• ⛵ 09:30: Sail to Coco Bandero
• 🏖️ 12:00: Beach lunch
• 🦈 13:00–17:00: Shark swim (optional), snorkeling, hammocks
• 🌇 17:00: Evening routine
• 🔥 19:00–23:00: Final bonfire celebration: grilled lobster & music

🌅 Day 10 – Return to Banedup

Final moments in paradise

• ☕ Morning: Relaxed breakfast
• ⛵ 12:00: Sail back to Banedup
• 🏐 16:00: Free time: volleyball, snorkeling, evening practice
• 🍽️ 19:00: Dinner
• 🎥 20:30: Closing ceremony & video recap

🛶 Day 11 – Return

A Guna boat will pick you up and take you back to the airport or Panama City. The journey continues within you. 🌍