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Experience the wildlife of the Panama Canal on this exciting Wildlife Boat Tour on Gatun Lake. Cruise through one of the world’s most famous waterways while exploring the tropical rainforest that surrounds it.
Navigate across Gatun Lake, one of the largest artificial lakes in the world and a key part of the Panama Canal. Enjoy beautiful scenery while searching for local wildlife along the shoreline.
This Panama Canal Wildlife Tour offers great chances to see howler monkeys, white-faced capuchin monkeys, tamarins, tropical birds, turtles, iguanas, and sometimes crocodiles. Every tour is different, making each experience unique.
Learn about the history of the Panama Canal, the importance of Gatun Lake, and the surrounding rainforest from your local guide.
Perfect for nature lovers, birdwatchers, photographers, and anyone wanting to experience the Panama Canal from a wildlife perspective.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please be ready in the lobby of your hotel at the scheduled pickup time.
Your guide will meet you there holding a tablet displaying your name.
If your accommodation does not have a lobby, please wait outside at the main entrance.
Please note that your exact pickup time will be confirmed and shared with you the day before your tour.
Itinerary
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1Lake Gatun
Navigating Lake Gatun offers an exciting experience, providing a privileged view of one of the key components of the Panama Canal. Aboard specialized boats, participants explore the lush tropical jungle surrounding the lake, spotting a variety of wildlife such as monkeys, alligators, turtles, and birds. This artificial lake not only offers a stunning backdrop but also plays a crucial role in the canal's operation, serving as a freshwater reservoir that feeds the locks and facilitates the transit of ships between the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Before heading back to the city, we will make a brief stop at Gamboa Rainforest Resort, where visitors will have the opportunity to purchase snacks and drinks to refresh themselves after the lake adventure.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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