Excursion to San Lorenzo Fort plus Old and New Panama Canal locks

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3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the world's engineering marvels: The Panama Canal. Our tour will take you to both the visitor centers, Aguas Claras' new set of locks, and the original Gatun set of locks. Both are located on the Caribbean side of the canal. Witness the canal's operations firsthand and marvel at the striking contrast between the two sets of locks and be captivated by them.

In the second half of our tour, prepare to be immersed in the lush beauty of the rainforest, teeming with vibrant flora and fauna. We'll make our way through the remnants of Sherman's former military base, an American jungle operation training center, until we arrive at the stunning San Lorenzo Fort, also known as San Lorenzo Castle. This UNESCO World Heritage site, perched at the entrance of the majestic Chagres River, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea that will leave you speechless. Join us for this remarkable adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime!

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
$10 per person admission fees Agua Clara Visitor center must be paid on site to the staff
$5 per person admission fees Fort San Lorenzo must be paid on site to the staff

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

The guide will be meeting at the Colon 2000 cruise port, holding a sign with the company's logo and the lead passenger's name

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Fort San Lorenzo

    See the impressive fort at the mouth of the charges river.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara

    Here we are going to be able to see in full action the new set of locks built in 2016 for the largest ships in the world.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Fort Sherman

    We will pass by the former Military base in Fort Sherman, and we will stop for lunch at The Dock restaurant located in shelter bay marina, where you can enjoy our local cuisine.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Gatun Locks

    Gatun's locks are the first set of locks built under the American administration that definitely change the global economy since it's construction over 100 years ago

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • Atlantic Bridge (Pass by)

    Let's visit the newest bridge in the Panama Canal and enjoy the view of both the centennial and new sets of locks in a single picture, along with the maritime city of Colon and the Caribbean Sea.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Panamanian Aventures

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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
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Shore Excursions
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