Panama city: Panama Canal and Monkey Island Tour

Panama Canal and Gatun Lake Tour with Casco Antiguo Visit

This guided tour in Panama City is ideal for travelers interested in engineering, nature, and local history.

Highlights

• Observe the operation of the Panama Canal locks up close.
• Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center and watch an informative movie about the canal.
• Take a boat tour on Gatun Lake to explore the region’s biodiversity.
• Discover the history and charm of Casco Antiguo, Panama City’s old quarter.
• Enjoy a full city experience with a bilingual local guide.

Description

Experience the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal by watching massive vessels navigate the Miraflores locks. Learn the history and construction challenges behind this vital waterway that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, shaping global trade.

Board a boat for a scenic tour of Gatun Lake, a freshwater reservoir created during the canal's construction. Surrounded by rainforest, the lake offers opportunities to see wildlife such as howler and capuchin monkeys, crocodiles sunbathing on the shore, and turtles swimming in the water.

Wrap up the tour by exploring Casco Antiguo, Panama City's historic district, where colonial architecture and local culture reveal the city’s rich past.

Includes

• Pickup and drop-off transportation during the activity
• Bilingual tour guide
• Bottled water

Excludes

• Pickup/drop-off from Playa Bonita or the airport area (additional USD 30 per group, payable in cash upon pickup)
• Entrance tickets to the Panama Canal Visitor Center (USD 17.22 adult, USD 7.22 child). Tickets can be purchased at this link
• Optional tips

Cancellation Policy

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

For the best experience, book in advance and bring insect repellent and sun protection. Morning departures provide optimal wildlife sightings and cooler temperatures.