Panama City
The jungle safaris minutes from the skyline: boat runs on Gatun Lake where capuchins board uninvited, sloth habitats and the rainforest the canal’s watershed protects. The canal needs the jungle to function; the monkeys are infrastructure.
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“This activity is a lovely relaxing way to spend time seeing the wildlife on Gatiun Lake (3 different types of monkeys, a sloth and a couple of iguanas). We also saw different trees and a few birds. Our guide Daniel was very nice and informative…”
Discover Panama's wildlife on this guided tour featuring boat rides, jungle walks, and animal sightings, all in a convenient half-day experience.
“Tour was excellent! Our guide Mario was very knowledgeable and kind. We were able to use the facilities before our boat ride and stop for empanadas and other treats. Tons of wildlife including 3 monkey species, sloths, iguanas and even a toucan.”
Experience Panama’s wildlife and canal on a 3-hour boat safari with knowledgeable guides, wildlife sightings, and scenic views from Gatun Lake.
“This was the highlight of our trip to Panama. We saw a portion of the Panama Canal, that we wouldn’t have seen otherwise, and our boat took us right beside a huge container ship so we could appreciate the size of it. We saw three…”
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.
“Nice trip and our guide shared a wealth of information I didn’t know. Nice boat ride being on the canal and the monkey islands were great to see such thriving wildlife. The Panama meal in old town was the highest quality for any excursion I’ve…”
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.
“Best tour guide. We saw 3 different types of monkeys, bats, and a crocodile. Our guide was very attentive, I even noticed him watching to make sure each person captured their photos before moving along. Tour finished around 12 so great option if you’d prefer…”
Discover wildlife, sloths, butterflies, and the Panama Canal on this guided day trip from Panama City, offering authentic nature encounters and expert guides.
“First our guide was Richard. He was professional and full of knowledge. Richard grew up in Gamboa and was extremely proud of Panama and it's history. The boat tour of Monkey Island was the highlight . I would highly recommend this tour. Richard and our…”
Discover Panama's wildlife and scenic beauty on a guided hike up Ancon Hill. Perfect for nature lovers, with wildlife spotting, stunning views, and expert guides.
“This was an exceptional experience. Learning the history of Anton Hill and its significance to Panamanians provided a wonderful backdrop for the tour. Juan Carlos, our guide, offered insights into the Hill’s intertwined connection to the Panama Canal and to the relationship between Panama and…”
Discover Panama’s wildlife, city views, and history on the Ancon Hill Eco Walk. A 3.5-hour guided hike with wildlife sightings, stunning panoramas, and cultural insights.
“Rafa was an excellent guide! Knowledgeable, took photos using telescope, knew where to find animals.”
Explore Panama’s wildlife and scenic waterways on a 3-4 hour boat tour of Lake Gatun, with expert guides, wildlife sightings, and stunning canal views.
“Our tour guide Logan was amazing from start to finish. He arrived promptly at our hotel for pick up. When we arrived to Monkey Island it’s very easy to see they respond to him. He knew exactly what to do to make them come down…”
Discover Panama’s wildlife with this 3-4 hour private tour of Gatun Lake and Monkey Watch, featuring expert guides, stunning views, and good value.
“The trip was well-planned from beginning to end. Our tour guide Rafael arrived even at the hotel even before our scheduled 7:30 am pick up. This enabled us to get to the Panama Canal before the crowds started setting in. We were some of the…”
Experience Panama's wildlife on a private boat tour across Gatun Lake, spotting monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and vibrant birds with expert guides.
“Aura was a fantastic tour guide and we had so much fun!! She knows the monkeys and the area and I highly recommend the tour! We saw three types of monkeys, a sloth, bats, and many birds! I would love to go again!”
Discover Panama’s Caribbean coast with a full-day tour visiting Portobelo, three islands, and wildlife, all led by expert guides for an authentic experience.
“This was a nice trip but a bit overpriced. We saw some nice beaches and visited some ruins. No food is included. Not even a bottle of water. The beach location seemed like it was abandoned and restrooms were not clean. Water was beautiful and…”
Discover Panama’s Caribbean coast on this full-day tour visiting Monkey Island, Mamey, Isla Grande, and Portobelo. Authentic, scenic, and full of wildlife.
“The freshwater pool and feeding the monkey was nice. However the tour was a little too long for our taste.”
Experience Panama's rainforest from above on a unique aerial tram ride, visit a sloth sanctuary, and enjoy stunning panoramic views—perfect for nature lovers.
“We saw some beautiful scenery from the bus and ariel tram. Our guide Arial was very knowledgeable and chatty. We could have spent more time in the butterfly and frog enclosures.”
Discover Panama’s wildlife on a 4-hour boat tour from Panama City. Spot monkeys, crocodiles, and birds while sailing through Gatun Lake and the Panama Canal.
“Had an amazing time! Maribel and the crew made it such a great experience and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. We saw 3 different monkey species and many came on our boat during the tour. Highly recommend booking…”
Ride the canal locks, then island-hop the Guna Yala archipelago.