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Experience two of Panama’s top attractions in one unforgettable adventure with this Panama Canal & Monkey Island Tour.
Start at the world-famous Panama Canal and visit the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you can watch massive ships pass through the locks and learn about this engineering marvel.
Then continue to Gatun Lake, located inside the canal, and board a boat for a scenic Monkey Island Tour through the tropical rainforest. Cruise across one of the largest artificial lakes in the world while enjoying Panama’s rich wildlife.
During the boat ride, you may see howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and tamarins in their natural habitat. It is also common to spot crocodiles, tropical birds, and other native species along the shoreline.
This shared tour is ideal for nature lovers, families, and travelers who want to combine history, wildlife, and adventure in a single day.
A perfect way to experience both the Panama Canal and the natural beauty of Gatun Lake.
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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1Miraflores Visitor Center
Upon arrival at the Miraflores Visitor Center, travelers can observe the operation of the Panama Canal from its viewing terraces, explore the interactive museum, and enjoy a 3D film about the canal’s history and functioning. They may also witness the impressive sight of ships passing through the locks
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Gatun Lake
During the visit to Gatun Lake, travelers will board a small boat to explore its calm waters, surrounded by lush rainforest. Along the way, they’ll spot a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and tropical birds. The tour often includes a stop near Monkey Island, where curious monkeys may approach the boat
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance fee to the Panama Canal Visitors Centeris is a mandatory charge. Each traveler must pay this fee personally, either online or directly at the Visitors Center
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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 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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