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MARCH 19-24
PLAYA VENAO, PANAMA
MARCH 19-24
PLAYA VENAO, PANAMA
FAQ
FAQ
We are so excited to connect with you that we created this FAQ so you can clear any questions. Here you will find necessary information on travel, accommodation options, Venao surroundings, safety and medical tips as well as a list of what to bring. Please take a few moments to familiarize yourself with the information. Help us maintain a good reputation by following all rules and picking up any stray garbage so we make sure we LEAVE NO TRACE and keep the magic happening for many years to come.
Sonica Venao is a music and art gathering, focused on human connection through a playground for encounters, dancers, creators, passion and just pure fun seekers. We strive for transcendent connection in the many ways. Together, through time and interaction, we build a family and an alternative reality.
Sonica Venao Festival will take place from the 20 - 29th of March 2020.
Playa Venao is uniquely located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Panama, 30 km from Pedasí in the Province of Los Santos. It is a 5 hour and a half drive from Panama city. It is a dreamy destination for surfers, nature and music lovers.
For a memorable experience we strongly recommend you come for the Full ride 9 day journey. If you have time constraints and can only come for a Half ride (5 day journey), similar activities will be part of both the first and second half rides.
There will be a combination of spiritual, artistic and musical lineup with main events ocurring during day and night time for the entirety of the journey, surrounded by nature activities like surf and SUP and an incredible culinary experience that will meet all your sensory needs to feel the true magic of Sonica in Venao. Mind blowing visual mapping, art installations, meditations, sound healings, hippie market, delicious food and much more...joins us!
Venao definitley welcomes dogs and families to the beach and surroundings but entrance to the events for Sonica is limited to adults without the permission of dogs. Please plan accordingly if you are considering a family trip.
Reactor Venao is a gathering of creators focusing on human Conection thru
MUSIC - ART - WELLNESS.
We are building a family and a parallel reality, based on participation, expression and love.
Reactor Venao will take place from the 15 - 26th of March, 2023
Playa Venao is uniquely located on one of the most beautiful beaches of Panama, 30 km from Pedasí in the Province of Los Santos. It is a 5 hour and a half drive from Panama city. It is a dreamy destination for surfers, nature and music lovers.
For a memorable experience we strongly recommend you come for the Full JOurney. If you have time constraints and can only come for a Half ride (5 day journey), similar activities will be part of both the first and second half rides.
There will be a combination of music art and wellness events ocurring during day and night time for the entirety of the journey, surrounded by nature activities and discovery tours of your choice. Incredible culinary experience that will meet all your sensory needs to feel the true magic of Reactor Venao. Mind blowing visual mapping, art installations, meditations, sound healings, hippie market, delicious food and much more...joins us!
Venao definitley welcomes dogs and families to the beach and surroundings but entrance to the events for Reactor is limited to adults without the permission of dogs. Please plan accordingly if you are considering a family trip.
You can submit a volunteer form here:
reactorvenao.com/participate (reactorvenao.com/participate)
You can submit artist form here:
https://www.reactorvenao.com/participate (https://www.reactorvenao.com/participate)
There are always ways to contribute and collaborate! Explore – if you are meant to share a certain gift, the chance to express it will make itself available! Please be sure that you have purchased your ticket before arriving.
IF you want to take a part in the production, please send us (mailto:admin@reactorvenao.com)your SV
You can submit artist form here:
reactorvenao.com/participate
There are always ways to contribute and collaborate! Explore – if you are meant to share a certain gift, the chance to express it will make itself available! Please be sure that you have purchased your ticket before arriving.
You can only purchase your ticket (reactorvenao.com/tickets)on the official website.
Festival Capacity is limited by 700 people per week
We recommend to get your tickets early.
We have 3 types of tickets: Full Ride, First Half ride, Seconf Half ride.
The Full ride will cover your entrance to the festival for the entire 11 days and all its activities. This option will let you live the complete journey as it has been designed to immerse yourself in the experience. If you cannot commit to the 11 days, we are providing with Half ride options that will be the first 5 days (March 15-20 until sunset) or the last 5 days (March 21-26). Both half ride options will provide similar experiences in activities, so your selection really depends on your time availability.
Check all your email addresses and spam. If you can’t locate your ticket two days after purchasing it, please contact: info@sonicavenao.com provide your proof of payment, full name and email address you used to purchase the tickets.
Day tickets are not sold. Reactor Venao is to celebrate trascendent connection of all its members. It’s designed as a 5-11 day experience to be enjoyed to the fullest and create magic together. We encourage all visitors to attend for the full event.
It is mandatory that you provide your barcode and ID. Please make sure to have the ticket downloaded on your mobile phone or printed with a readable barcode. You must have your ID with you and your photo ID name must match the attendee name on your ticket. The organization is not responsible for tickets not purchased through us directly. You must wear your wristband at all times during the duration of the event.
Trust and Early Bird tickets are not transferable. If you purchased PreSale tickets and need to transfer the name, you must send an email to info@sonicavenao.com no less than 10 days prior to the event with a copy of your ID, ticket barcode, name and ID of new ticket holder. This action will require an approval by email from Sonica Venao in 1-2 business days.
Yes, leaving and re-entering is allowed with your corresponding wristband and every time you re-enter you will need to pass through security checkpoint.
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If you don´t see tickets on sale, it means you need to wait for the next active tier.
We have 3 types of tickets: Full Journey, First Week and Second Week
The Full Journey will cover your entrance to the festival for the entire 11 days and all its activities. This option will let you live the complete journey as it has been designed to immerse yourself in the experience.
If you cannot commit to the full journey , we are providing with Half ride options that will be:
FIRST WEEK (March 23-27 ) or the LAST WEEK (March 27-30). Both options will provide similar experiences in activities, so your selection really depends on your time availability.
Check all your email addresses and spam. If you can’t locate your ticket two days after purchasing it, please contact: admin@reactorvenao.com provide your proof of payment, full name and email address you used to purchase the tickets.
Day tickets are not sold. Reactor Venao is to celebrate trascendent connection of all its members. It’s designed as a 5-11 day experience to be enjoyed to the fullest and create magic together. We encourage all visitors to attend for the full event.
It is mandatory that you provide your barcode and ID. Please make sure to have the ticket downloaded on your mobile phone or printed with a readable barcode. You must have your ID with you and your photo ID name must match the attendee name on your ticket. The organization is not responsible for tickets not purchased through us directly. You must wear your wristband at all times during the duration of the event.
Reactor Venao Tickets are non - refundable in any case.
- Within the 48 hours after the purchase you have a right to change the Type of the ticket
- If you want to change the ticket holder name, you must send official request to admin@reactorvenao.com . Please attach ticket barcode, copy of your ID, name and ID of new ticket holder. NO changes are allowed after March 8th.
Yes, leaving and re-entering is allowed with your corresponding wristband and every time you re-enter you will need to pass through security checkpoint.
Playa Venao is a very intimate place and accommodation options are limited by 800 sleeping beds.
Visit venaolife.com (venaolife.com)to get more information about Playa Venao
You must book a flight by air to Panama city, Panama. You will arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and then get transportation t(venaolife.com/how-to-get)o Playa Venao.
You have a few options to get here, depending on your appetite for budget, duration, etc. Here’s a list from most to least expensive.
Private Charters
If you need help to organize private charter contact +50768676364
Here is 2 aviation service providers, with the mission of being the most comfortable option in the market and adjusting to our passengers´ needs.
~from $150 to $3875. From Albrook Airport (Panama City) to Pedasi Airport is about 45 minutes. The planes can seat between 3 to 6 persons + pilot.
Air Panama (https://www.airpanama.com/en)
Morgans Tours(https://www.morganstourspty.com)
Taxi/Private Car: Ranges $200-$300 one way from Panama City to Venao. The drive is about 5.5 hours.
Car Rental: ~$50. You can rent a car in Panama City for as low as ~$25/day. There are many car rental options close to the airport and in Panama City. It is a beautiful, safe and simple drive through Panama´s countryside to arrive directly to Playa Venao.
Shuttle: $50 one-way, runs everyday (from Venao and from the city) leaving early in the morning. See below for shuttle websites.
Venao Tours(https://venaotours.com)
Beach Break(https://www.beachbreaksurfcamp.com/info/playa-venao-directions-and-transport)
Drive: $20-$40 for a tank of gas. If you own a car, drive! You use about 3/4 tank for the round-trip, the road will take you approximately 5.5 hours, we leave you here the link of the route.(https://goo.gl/maps/VjkgbqvctkgHk1Lz6)
Bus: You must take a taxi to Albrook Bus Terminal in Panama City. There are hourly buses to either Chitre or Las Tablas for $10. From Chitre/LT you can catch a taxi ($45-50 from Chitre, ~$35-40 from LT) or connect to a minibus ($5)
Playa Venao is a very intimate place and accommodation options are limited by 800 sleeping beds.
Alert !!! - Booking.com and ALL other booking engines, will appear as "SOLDOUT".
Accommodations during Sonica Venao dates are only available by DIRECT booking with the hotels. Below we'll provide you a link with different accommodation options.
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You must book a flight by air to Panama city, Panama. You will arrive at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) and then get transportation to Playa Venao.
You have a few options to get here, depending on your appetite for budget, duration, etc. Here’s a list from most to least expensive.
Charter helicopter: ~$3000. Door-to-door from Panama City to Playa Venao in ~70 minutes. The most scenic option for sure. The trip will total around $3000-3500 as the prices range [4-seater (R66)] ~$1250/hour, [2-seater] ~$900/hour (you pay 2.5-3 hours for the round-trip flight even if only flying one-way).
Charter Helicopter(tel:+507 6000 5240)
Charter plane: ~$2300. From Albrook Airport (Panama City) to Pedasi Airport in about 35 minutes. The Kodiak can seat about 8 persons + pilot, about 1200 lbs. ~$1300 each way and you need to pay roundtrip even if flying one way. If you need the plane to wait, the extra charge is usually ~$80/hour. From Pedasi, you will need either a hotel shuttle for pickup, rent a car in Pedasi, or hire a taxi.
Charter Plane (tel:+507 6000 5240)
Taxi/Private Car: Ranges $200-$300 one way from Panama City to Venao. The drive is about 5.5 hours.
Commercial flight to Chitre: ~$150 Round trip per person then take a taxi ($45-60) or connect on minibuses. See below for airlines website.
Air Panama(https://www.airpanama.com)
Car Rental: ~$50. You can rent a car in Panama City for as low as ~$25/day. There are many car rental options close to the airport and in Panama City. It is a beautiful, safe and simple drive through Panama´s countryside to arrive directly to Playa Venao.
Shuttle: $40 one-way, runs M-W-F (from Venao), T-Th-Sa (to Venao) leaving early in the morning. See below for shuttle websites.
Venao Tours(https://venaotours.com)
Beach Break(https://www.beachbreaksurfcamp.com/info/playa-venao-directions-and-transport)
Drive: $20-$40 for a tank of gas. If you own a car, drive! You use about 3/4 tank for the round-trip.
Bus: You must take a taxi to Albrook Bus Terminal in Panama City. There are hourly buses to either Chitre or Las Tablas for $10. From Chitre/LT you can catch a taxi ($45-50 from Chitre, ~$35-40 from LT) or connect to a minibus ($5)
March is summer at it's best in Panama. It's really hot during the day and can be slightly chilly in the night, especially gathering on the Mountain. So... what should your essencials be?
* Smiles, hugs and kindness!
* Comfortable and light beach clothing.
* Costumes that express your true self.
* Bathing suit.
* Sandals.
* Sunblock.
* Sunglasses.
* Hat.
* Insect repellent.
* Medicine for allergies or treatments.
* Reusable cup or water bottle.
* Portable ashtrays.
* Cash for restaurants and market Sonica Venao.
* Entrance ticket.
* Photo ID.
There is no ATM machine in Venao. The closest one is located in Pedasí (20 miles). Please make sure to bring cash for expenditures in markets or restaurants that do not accept credit cards. Local currency in Panama is US dollars.
External food and beverage is not allowed in the festival. There are different options for food consumptions. Include list of restaurants and bars. To reduce the amount of plastic & glass waste inside our event, we are not permitting ANY outside Alcohol inside of the event. We will enforce bag & person security checks upon entering
BRING YOUR CUP, LEAVE NO TRACE.
Be aware that you will be spending these days in natural surroundings and all trash should be picked up and deposited accordingly to leave no trace behind. It is our responsibility to take care of our space.
Please take note that in Venao, it is safe and possible to drink the tap water. Some venues will provide water drinking stations. Please remember to bring your reusable cup or water bottle to avoid excessive littering. Glass bottles are not allowed. You are able to refill your bottle/ cup with free drinking water. We also encourage our crowd to stay hydrated during the festival.
You can find bank, pharmacy and hospital options in Pedasí
Banks: Banco Nacional and Caja de Ahorros
Pharmacy: Farmacia Edith - (507) 995-2549
Hospital: Pedasi Hospital(http://vivavenao.com/v/listing/pedasi-hospital/)
Playa Venao has a Mini Market where you can find things for basic needs. You can find other more diverse options in Pedasí. We suggest you bring any special items directly from home, Panama city or Chitré.
We will have First Aid services available in case of an emergency, and 20 miles away you can find Pedasi Hospital. (http://vivavenao.com/v/listing/pedasi-hospital/) Please remember to bring any medication you might need during your stay.
Panama has confirmed recent cases of Dengue. However, Playa Venao is not on the list of most affected areas. Furthermore, the festival Sonica Venao takes place during dry season (March) whereas peak transmission is during the rainy season, usually from May to December. Further information about dengue and how to prevent:
Panama General Health Risks: Dengue(https://www.iamat.org/country/panama/risk/dengue)
All event venues will have security check points in all entrances as well as security throughout the events taking place to assure your weel being and safety at all times. Please make sure to report any strange or disturbing behavior so the Sonica staff can deal with any situation as required. Take normal safety precautions at all times with your personal items to avoid any unpleasant experiences.
We will have First Aid services available in case of an emergency, and 20 miles away you can find Pedasi Hospital. (http://vivavenao.com/v/listing/pedasi-hospital/) Please remember to bring any medication you might need during your stay.
All event venues will have security check points in all entrances as well as security throughout the events taking place to assure your weel being and safety at all times. Please make sure to report any strange or disturbing behavior so the Sonica staff can deal with any situation as required. Take normal safety precautions at all times with your personal items to avoid any unpleasant experiences.
March is summer at it's best in Panama. It's really hot during the day and can be slightly chilly in the night, especially gathering on the Mountain. So... what should your essencials be?
* Smiles, hugs and kindness!
* Comfortable and light beach clothing.
* Costumes that express your true self.
* Bathing suit.
* Sandals.
* Sunblock.
* Sunglasses.
* Hat.
* Insect repellent.
* Medicine for allergies or treatments.
* Reusable cup or water bottle.
* Portable ashtrays.
* Cash for restaurants and market Sonica Venao.
* Entrance ticket.
* Photo ID.
We have an ATM in the area, it is located at the Veno gas station. We still recommend carrying cash for expenses in markets or restaurants that do not accept credit cards. The local currency in Panama is the US dollar.
External food and beverage is not allowed in the festival. There are different options for food consumptions. Include list of restaurants and bars. To reduce the amount of plastic & glass waste inside our event, we are not permitting ANY outside Alcohol inside of the event. We will enforce bag & person security checks upon entering
BRING YOUR CUP, LEAVE NO TRACE.
Be aware that you will be spending these days in natural surroundings and all trash should be picked up and deposited accordingly to leave no trace behind. It is our responsibility to take care of our space.
Please take note that in Venao, it is safe and possible to drink the tap water. Some venues will provide water drinking stations. Please remember to bring your reusable cup or water bottle to avoid excessive littering. Glass bottles are not allowed. You are able to refill your bottle/ cup with free drinking water. We also encourage our crowd to stay hydrated during the festival.
You can find ATM in Playa Venao's gas station.
You can find bank, pharmacy and hospital options in Pedasí
Banks: Banco Nacional and Caja de Ahorros
Pharmacy: Farmacia Edith - (507) 995-2549
Hospital: Pedasi Hospital
Playa Venao has Super Market where you can find things for basic needs. You can find other more diverse options in Pedasí. We suggest you to bring any special/pharmaceuticals items with you.
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