From Panama City: Gatun Lake and Monkey Island Tour
Panamá Oeste, Panama
Experience the incredible Panamanian nature while watching different species of monkeys and other wildlife such as crocodiles, herons, and toucans on Monkey Island. Navigate between enormous ships in the Panama Canal as you head along Gatun Lake.
Panama City Monkey Island and Gatun Lake Boat Tour
This tour from Panama City visits Monkey Island and explores Gatun Lake in Soberania National Park, ideal for wildlife and nature enthusiasts.
Highlights
- Observe three monkey species—white-faced capuchin, Geoffroy’s tamarin, and howler monkeys—in their natural habitat
- Explore Gatun Lake by boat next to ships crossing the Panama Canal
- Discover diverse wildlife including toucans, hawks, herons, snail kites, agoutis, coatis, and capybaras
Description
After hotel pickup in Panama City, travel to Gamboa at Soberania National Park. Board a boat to navigate Gatun Lake alongside the Panama Canal's large vessels. Explore tropical forest fauna and vegetation, with a stop at Monkey Island to see three native monkey species. The boat trip also offers birdwatching and chances to spot various mammals.
Following the boat tour and Monkey Island visit, return to your hotel with drop-off included.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Boat trip on Gatun Lake
- Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
Booking Tips
Bring insect repellent and comfortable clothing. Morning tours often offer better wildlife sightings and cooler temperatures.
