Isla Franklin

San Blas cuisine leans heavily on fresh fish and seafood, and vegan or vegetarian options are limited across most of the archipelago — if you skip the protein at most islands, you simply get a larger portion of sides. Isla Franklin is the one clear exception worth knowing about.

What makes it different

Isla Franklin is specifically known for offering genuine vegan meal options for guests staying overnight — a real point of difference in a region where plant-based travelers usually have to plan around limited choices. If dietary needs are a bigger factor in your trip than the exact island you land on, it’s worth mentioning to whoever books your overnight stay.

Good to know

• Best for: vegan and plant-based travelers doing an overnight stay.
• Booking note: overnight stays are booked by cabin type, not by a guaranteed named island — if Isla Franklin’s food options matter to your trip, mention your dietary needs when you book so it can be factored into planning.
• Beyond the food: like other San Blas islands, expect the standard rhythm of an overnight stay — beach time, snorkeling, and a Guna-hosted dinner experience.