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A person feeding a monkey in a forested area. 1
A monkey on a branch in a natural setting. 2
A monkey sitting on a blue structure with greenery in the background. 3
A monkey clinging to a tree trunk in a forested area. 4
A black monkey holding a tree branch. 5
By Jhaline Tours Panamá

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$244 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 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.

Activity location

  • Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
    • Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
    • Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama

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Wildlife Boat Tour in the Panama Canal Lake

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 1:30 PM
Price details
AU$202.25 x 1 AdultAU$202.25
Paid at activityAU$41.84
Total
Price is AU$244.09

Private Wildlife Boat Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Private Wildlife Boat : Enjoy an exclusive Monkey Island experience with a private tour.
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:30 PM
Price details
AU$216.19 x 1 AdultAU$216.19
Paid at activityAU$41.84
Total
Price is AU$258.03

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    boat tour
  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Extra fee of US$30 per group if pick up is from Playa Bonita or airport zone
  • Exclusions
    Tips

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Lake Gatun

  • 3h
Navigating Lake Gatun offers an exciting experience, providing a privileged view of one of the key components of the Panama Canal. Aboard specialised 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.

Gamboa Rainforest Reserve

  • 25m
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
    • Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Gamboa Rainforest Reserve
    • Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama

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