Black History: Shadows & Lights — Afro-Panama Heritage Experience

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Specialized Afro-Panamanian history, heritage, and culinary walking tour tracing African-descendant and West Indian Canal-worker stories in Panama City with local snack tastings.

Quick Summary & Confirmed Details

• Viator product code: 5586852P4
• Departure area: Panama City
• Primary category: Culture & Community Visits · Also in: Casco Antiguo & Food Tours, Panama City Highlights
• Private or shared: Shared — Shared group tour (up to 6 travelers per booking)
• Duration: 3–4 hours
• Canal format: N/A (Afro-Panamanian Cultural & Historical Walk)
• Local overnight stay required: No (Meets in Casco Antiguo)
• Run by: The Afro Panama Experience (tour operator on Viator)
• Customer reviews on Viator: 4.99 average from 295 reviews
• Cancellation policy: Cancel at least 24 hours before scheduled departure for a full refund.

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Meeting Point, Pickup & Transport Logistics

• Where you meet or get picked up: Meets next to the statue in the middle of Plaza Herrera in Casco Antiguo.
• What is included: Bottled water; Afro panamanian guide; Afro panamanian snack
• What is not included: Gratuities and personal expenses
• On-site cash fees, permits & documents: Afro-Panamanian specialist guide, bottled water, and traditional snack included.

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What to Bring & How to Prepare

• Identification & cash: Carry your physical passport (mandatory for Guna Yala / San Blas and ferry check-ins) and small US dollar bills (USD 1, USD 5, USD 10, USD 20) for any on-site park, community, or port fees.
• Clothing & sun protection: Pack breathable tropical clothing, a light rain jacket or poncho, reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and closed-toe walking shoes or water sandals matching your activity.
• Booking confirmation: After reserving on Viator, check your email or message thread the evening before departure for your exact hotel pickup window or marina check-in time.

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