Panama City
The canal experiences ranked: partial transits that ride the locks themselves, Miraflores viewing decks and ocean-to-ocean combos that add Fort San Lorenzo. Riding a ship through the locks beats watching one do it, and both are on this list.
Discover Panama's wildlife with this Gatun Lake boat tour from Panama City, featuring monkey sightings, river cruising, and expert guides for $55.
Most Popular“Wonderful experience ! It was a lot of fun seeing the monkeys. Our guide, Maribel , was very knowledgeable. She was organized and gave us all the information we needed to know before our boat ride on the lake to see the monkeys.”
Discover Panama City’s highlights with this 5-hour semi-private or group tour. See the Panama Canal, Old Town, Amador Causeway, and more for an authentic experience.
“This was such a great tour! Our guide Jorge was really fun and friendly. He showed us around the old town city and shared lots of historical facts. Then we went to the Panama Canal. Jorge keot us very organized and gave specific times and…”
Discover the Panama Canal through a full-day tour featuring boat rides, locks, wildlife, and historic sites—an authentic adventure for curious travelers.
“Wow, wow, wow! This tour is a must for anyone who wanted to get the most out of a day-long excursion in Panama City! You get everyone - a boat ride in the canal where you see a variety of native birds, monkeys, and other…”
Discover Panama's highlights with this half-day tour, visiting the canal, Old Town, and iconic bridges, guided by knowledgeable locals—ideal for a quick yet authentic experience.
“Our instructor Tony was very helpful, informative, and patient. Loved this tour. Learned a lot of cool history.”
Experience Panama’s wildlife and canal on a 3-hour boat safari with knowledgeable guides, wildlife sightings, and scenic views from Gatun Lake.
“Highlight of our trip to Panama city! The tour has so many elements: pick up and drop off, history of Panama, the canal, boating Gatun Lake, jungle edge, wildlife sightings, Casco viejo, tasty authentic brunch. Excellent communication. Highly recommend John as your tour guide”
Discover Panama’s wildlife and engineering marvels on a boat safari through Gatun Lake, with a scenic canal crossing and a delicious Casco Viejo brunch.
“This is a wonderful way to experience the Panama Canal along with seeing monkeys, sloths and other critters.”
Discover Panama’s highlights in a 5-hour private or small group tour, including the Panama Canal, Old Town, and Amador Causeway, with expert guides.
“We were lucky. There was no rain during the trip. Our guild Jenifer was very nice and professional. We had a great time in Panama.”
Experience the Panama Canal's impressive locks and scenic views on a 6-hour southbound tour from Panama City, including a guided boat ride and lunch.
“A well-organized and interesting tour. The guide shared a lot of facts about the canal and the freight moving through it. Lunch was tasty and plentiful. There were seats in the sun, the shade, and inside with AC. And you could buy cold beer. One…”
Experience the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal on a half-day cruise through Miraflores Locks, including hotel pickup, lunch, and stunning views.
“Seeing how the locks work is fascinating. Despite some people complaining in past reviews of trouble taking photos due to number of people. I did not find that a problem and the lunch was definitely sufficient. What I did find a problem was all the…”
Discover Panama’s highlights on a private, flexible tour including the Panama Canal, historic San Felipe, and Amador Causeway, guided by expert locals.
“Dennis was amazing! He was attentive to us, very informative, and provide an awesome experience. Highly recommend him and this tour for lovers of history and enthusiasts”
Discover Panama’s wildlife on this small-group boat tour, spotting monkeys, sloths, and more around Gatun Lake and the Panama Canal in just half a day.
“Thank you Luis for a great experience!! We learned a lot and had a wonderful time taking in all the wildlife!”
Discover Panama City’s highlights on a half-day private tour featuring the Panama Canal, Casco Viejo, and scenic views, perfect for short visits.
“The guide spent too much time in an expensive coffee shop in Casco Viejo . We felt that there were several sites in the old city that he never even mentioned. We ended up doing it on our own. He was more of a driver…”
Discover Panama City’s highlights on a well-rounded half-day tour featuring the Panama Canal, historic neighborhoods, and scenic causeways, all with expert guides.
“Luis made this tour. We enjoyed his knowledge and fun nature. I would recommend this tour to friends and family”
Explore the Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with this comprehensive tour, including entrance, boat ride, and wildlife spotting — an authentic and value-packed experience.
“Luis was a wonderful tour guide. He spoke English very well and was prompt & courteous. Canal visit went s be moothly in spite of large crowds in a temporary viewing area due to construction. Movie was informative & extremely well done. Our Gatun lake…”
Explore Panama’s wildlife, indigenous culture, and the Panama Canal on this full-day small-group tour featuring boat rides, rainforest walks, and village visits.
“We had an amazing tour combining Monkey Island and the Embera Wounaan village—perfect for seeing both in one day. At first, it seemed like the monkeys might stay hidden, but they eventually came out and were incredible to watch (especially one named Loco!) We saw…”
Ride the canal locks, then island-hop the Guna Yala archipelago.