We sailed on the KAYA for 5 days with Captain Ahihelen and Chef Gaston. This was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I’ve sailed in Belize, but nothing compares to exploring the remote San Blas Islands, home to the Indigenous Guna people. Being welcomed into a protected cultural and natural environment was incredibly special. Local Cuna families paddled up to our boat offering fresh fish and beautiful molas. Captain Ahielen and Chef Gaston made our trip unforgettable. Ahihelen is an EXPERT captain who guided us with ease and crafted an incredible itinerary. We explored pristine beaches, swam around remote islands, and snorkeled every single day. Gaston blew us away with the food — from super fresh seafood to Argentinian grilled dishes on the beach (OMG so good), and even a homemade cake and some delicious passionfruit dessert. Their mixers and wines were absolute perfection - with nonstop offering. We had homeade hummus that knocked our socks off one night as an appetizer. We saw dolphins, manta rays, an octopus, a friendly reef shark, and so many colorful fish. The reefs were stunning, and we were lucky to have perfect weather in December. Ahihelen guded us to excellent areas for snorkeling and swimming. The crew went above and beyond in every detail — they listened to what we wanted, surprised us with thoughtful touches, and showed us the very best of San Blas. We felt like royalty. The boat was comfortable, we were catered to, fed amazingly, and treated with true warmth. It’s like camping on the water, with constant access to swim and snorkel, which we loved. We swam to islands with our fins and masks and just soaked in the wild beauty. Ahihelen and Gaston are incredibly special people. They made this trip so meaningful and so fun. I would recommend this experience to anyone who wants something rare, authentic, and completely unforgettable. If you’re thinking about it — do it. the travel to get their is long and adventurous but safe and worth it! You won’t regret it.