Celebrations & weddings
Anniversary ideas in Panama: a private evening or day on the water
For an anniversary in Panama that feels like time for just the two of you, a private charter from Vista Mar Marina is hard to beat: no shared tour and no schedule but yours. Strong Tower Adventures offers a three-hour sunset cruise aboard Oasis, half- and full-day island trips and a three-day Pearl Islands couples escape, and the team can tailor any of them to the occasion. Tell us what you're celebrating when you message us.
Choose the anniversary that fits you
Some couples want a quiet evening with a view; others want a day of swimming and an empty horizon. Milestone anniversaries, the 25th or the 50th, are often about the whole family. Start with how you'd like the day to feel, then pick the trip.
Anniversary ideas on the water
Sunset, charcuterie and your favorite wine
The Sunset Cruise is about three hours of private cruising aboard Oasis, $400 for up to four guests. Add the sunset charcuterie platter ($40: cheeses, cured meats, crackers, fruit and accompaniments), bring your own wine, and make it dinner on the water with pizza from Benovolentieri ($30 each).
Best fitSunset Cruise$400
A quiet island morning for two
Farallón Island is a half-day of swimming and snorkeling, about 5 hours dock-to-dock. For a couple, Iron Covenant at $500 is the natural choice, with snorkeling gear and light snacks included.
Best fitFarallón IslandFrom $500
A long, slow beach day
Taborcillo, the private island near Punta Chame once owned by John Wayne, is a beach day of about 9 hours, from $850. Swim, read, and let the day stretch out; shore time depends on local access and Captain approval.
Best fitTaborcillo IslandFrom $850
A couples escape to the Pearl Islands
The Pearl Islands Expedition couples escape is $3,750 for two: 3 days and 2 nights at Hacienda del Mar on Isla San José, with breakfast and a boat lunch every day, snorkeling, fun fishing and private island exploring aboard Oasis. Dinners are not included.
Best fitPearl Islands ExpeditionFrom $3,750
A milestone anniversary with the family
For a 25th or 50th with children and grandchildren, a full day at Otoque Island aboard Oasis ($1,000, up to 10 guests) gives everyone room to swim, snorkel and celebrate together.
Best fitOtoque IslandFrom $750
How to plan it
Pick evening or day
An evening cruise is easy to fit around work and dinner plans; an island day or the Pearl Islands turns the anniversary into a small trip.
Choose a date and a backup
Panama's dry season generally runs from about mid-December to April. In any month the Captain may adjust or reschedule for weather, so a second date helps.
Tell us the occasion
Message Sam on WhatsApp and say it's your anniversary. Flowers, balloons, custom decorations and other celebration arrangements may be available on request for the Sunset Cruise.
Surprise your partner, if you like
Planning it as a gift? We'll plan it with you and keep it quiet, or you can give a gift certificate and choose the date together.
Send the request
Send the request online once the details are set. Every charter is confirmed personally by the team.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the sunset cruise private?
- Yes. Every Strong Tower Adventures charter is private: the boat is booked for your group only.
- Can we have dinner aboard?
- Yes. You can add the sunset charcuterie platter ($40) or pizza from Benovolentieri at Vista Mar Marina ($30 each), and bring your own wine or drinks.
- What should we wear on an evening cruise?
- Comfortable clothes, a swimsuit if you might swim when conditions allow, and a light sweater or jacket for the return. Bring sunglasses and sun protection.
- Can I plan it as a surprise for my partner?
- Yes. Message Sam on WhatsApp, tell us it's a surprise, and you remain the contact for the booking.
- Can we renew our vows on the boat?
- Yes. A vow renewal or other ceremony can take place on board; you bring your own officiant. You can also bring your own photographer, who takes a paid seat and counts as a guest.