Landmark· Cayos Holandeses· Other Caribbean
Mola Vendors & Guna Crafts
9° 35.4′ N · 78° 45.2′ W · approximate
Guna women paddle ulus out to anchored boats to sell molas, the layered reverse-appliqué textile panels that are the comarca's signature art, along with beaded jewellery; master mola makers are known by name among cruisers.
Practical
Coordinate approximate: set at the West Holandes anchorage, where Spirit of Argo was told to visit Miriadiadup island for 'excellently crafted' molas; vendors come to every popular anchorage. Mailasail s/v Angel (2010) bought from master mola makers Venancio and Lisa of Río Sidra, who arrives by canoe and tells the story of each piece. Prices reported: $10–15 for small panels to $40–80+ for large double-layer molas; antique molas $200–500 (2025 guides, verify locally). Buy direct from the maker; don't bargain aggressively. Molas remain an integral part of Guna identity (Wikipedia).
Best for
Buying authentic Guna art direct from the makers
Nearby
- West Holandes Anchorage (Miriadup–Wichubuala Cays)Right here
- Holandes Outer Reef & Wreck Reef0.5 NM away
- Waisaladup Anchorage (West Holandes)1.2 NM away
- Hot Tub Anchorage (East Holandes)3.6 NM away
- Holandes Inner Reefs Snorkel (Nap Garden & BBQ Island bommies)3.7 NM away
- Ogoppiriadup Cay Beach (East Holandes)3.8 NM away
- American Crocodiles, Nurse Sharks & Rays4.2 NM away
- Banedup Anchorage (East Holandes)4.2 NM away