Spend 11 days living on a remote Pacific island where you'll learn essential bushcraft skills and take on a raw 72-hour survival challenge. This is a unique opportunity to disconnect, build resilience, and experience nature in one of the most beautiful and wild settings Panama has to offer.
This expedition kicks off with a night in Panama City before heading to a wild Pacific island for five nights of training and three nights of survival. During the training phase, you’ll cover everything from building shelters and purifying water to catching and cooking your own meals. The survival phase strips things right back—you’ll live with minimal kit, no instructor guidance, and rely fully on what you’ve learned to thrive as a team.
All food, transfers, instruction, and accommodation are included, with your final night spent in a boutique hotel on Contadora Island. Whether you’re lighting your first friction fire or catching your own fish at sunset, the entire experience is built to challenge, reward, and reconnect you with something far removed from everyday life.
Set just 60 miles from Panama City, the Pearl Islands are a string of untouched gems in the Pacific Ocean. Your base is a 560-acre private island with 23 white sand beaches and dense primary jungle, offering a real sense of isolation without needing to travel to the ends of the earth. Phosphorescent plankton light up the water at night, while the days bring sightings of nesting turtles, moon crabs and rare birds.
This wild, varied landscape is ideal for survival training, combining coastal and jungle environments. The nearby city access makes it surprisingly convenient, while the remoteness of the island ensures a full wilderness immersion. It’s a place that will test your skills while rewarding you with rare natural beauty and unmatched peace.
You’ll start and end your adventure in comfort. The first night is spent at the Riande Urban in Panama City, a modern hotel with stylish rooms and a tropical garden pool. It’s a great base for meeting your group and preparing for the expedition ahead.
On the island, you’ll sleep in expedition-grade Hennessy Hammocks with mosquito nets, learning to create your own safe and sheltered sleeping space. The final night is spent at the boutique hotel on Contadora Island—soft beds, hot showers, and a feast to celebrate what you’ve achieved.
No previous bushcraft experience is needed—just a good level of general fitness and a willingness to get stuck in. You should feel comfortable spending extended time outdoors and working closely with a small team in remote conditions.
This trip is not suitable for anyone with serious medical issues that could be aggravated by heat, exhaustion, or physical exertion. You’ll be provided with a kit list after booking, and all essential gear (including hammocks, machetes and group equipment) is included.
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