Panama Canal and Gatun Lake Wildlife Half Day Tour
Description
Experience the perfect blend of Panama’s history and nature! Start your day with hotel pickup and a visit to the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you’ll uncover the fascinating story of the Panama Canal and watch ships cross the iconic locks. Next, cruise along Gatun Lake — part of the canal — on a covered boat as you explore rainforest islands teeming with wildlife. Spot playful monkeys, tropical birds, and with luck, sloths or crocodiles! Your certified guide keeps the journey engaging with stories about the canal’s impact and Panama’s incredible biodiversity. End your adventure with a comfortable ride back to your hotel. Highlights: Learn about the canal, sail on it, spot monkeys and exotic wildlife, and enjoy a fully guided experience.
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Itinerary
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you’ll witness ships navigating the locks of the Panama Canal from observation decks. Explore interactive exhibits, a museum, and a short film that showcase the history, engineering, and global significance of this modern wonder.
Explore Gatun Lake by boat and experience Panama’s lush biodiversity up close. Cruise among jungle islands formed by the canal, where playful monkeys leap through the trees and exotic birds soar overhead. Keep your eyes open for iguanas, sloths, and even crocodiles as your guide shares insights about this unique ecosystem.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
For all our clients staying outside the city center—such as Santa María, Costa del Este, Westin Playa Bonita, or Dreams—you will need to meet us at any hotel within the city center (for example, the Hilton on Balboa Avenue) at 6:45 am, 11:30 am, or 1:45 pm. Alternatively, we can arrange to pick you up directly at your location; however, we charge an additional fee of US $20 to cover round-trip transportation for your party (2–14 people). Return Point: You will return to the original starting location. No transfer service is available for hotels near Tocumen International Airport. No round-trip transfer is available for 1 person staying at Dreams or Westin Playa Bonita. You will need to take a taxi and meet us at the Starbucks café in Albrook Mall.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(1)
Went smoothly. We got to feed and see the monkeys. Our tour guide was terrific and her mother was the driver. Also got to see interesting birds and vegetation.
