From Panama City: Panama Canal and Monkey Island Tour

Panama Canal and Gatun Lake Boat Tour from Panama City

This half-day tour from Panama City suits travelers interested in engineering, nature, and local history.

Description

Explore the Panama Canal, including a visit to the Miraflores Locks and a scenic boat ride on Gatun Lake. Begin with hotel pickup in Panama City. At the Panama Canal Visitors Center, receive a detailed explanation of the canal's operation and history, including the Miraflores Locks. Visit the museum to understand the canal’s significance connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

Travel past Miraflores Lake and Pedro Miguel Locks en route to the Chagres River. Board a boat for a tour across Gatun Lake, the largest lake in the canal system. Observe large ships navigating the canal, illustrating the scale of this engineering feat. Visit a nearby island group to see local wildlife and monkeys in their natural habitat. The tour concludes with a return to Panama City and hotel drop-off.

Highlights

• Watch large ships navigate the Panama Canal
• Visit the Panama Canal Visitors Center and museum at Miraflores Locks
• See monkeys and other wildlife on nearby islands

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off from downtown Panama City accommodations
• Boat tour on Gatun Lake
• Entrances to Panama Canal Visitors Center at Miraflores Locks

Excludes

• Pickup and drop-off from Playa Bonita or the airport area (additional USD $30 per group, paid in cash at pickup)

Important Information

• Pickup included for bookings from hotels or accommodations in downtown Panama City and Casco Viejo
• Additional fee of USD $30 cash per group for round-trip transportation from Playa Bonita

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, bring sun protection and comfortable walking shoes. Morning tours offer cooler temperatures and clearer views. Book in advance to secure your preferred time slot.