Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Monkeys and sloths among Canal islets, with ships gliding past.

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Duration: 3 h 30 m
Operation Type: Small Group or Private
Limit per group: 16
Languaje: Spanish, English
Acceso para silla de ruedas:No (false)
Acceso para cochecitos:Sí (True)
Transporte público cercano:Sí (True)
Niños en piernas:No (false)

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Itinerary

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Panama City Pickup (Transit – 45 min)

Door-to-door pickup from hotels/Airbnbs within the urban area. Meet your driver in the lobby and set off toward Gamboa.

Gamboa Dock Check-in (Stop – 10–15 min)

Safety briefing, life-jacket fitting, and boarding of the licensed motorboat. Quick restroom break if needed.

Lake Gatun Wildlife & Canal Route (On-water Experience – ~2 h)

Cruise among islets to spot capuchins/howlers, sloths, birds, and iguanas at respectful distances. Approach designated shipping areas for safe, up-close views of barges and transiting ships. Photo stops and live commentary throughout.

Return to Dock & City Transfer (Transit – 45 min)

Disembark and drive back to your hotel or meeting point in Panama City.

Pickup Modes

Hotel pickup or designated meeting point within Panama City.

Pickup Window

7:30–8:30 a.m. (exact time confirmed on your voucher).

Pickup Notes

Be ready 10 minutes early and confirm your hotel/address.

List of destinations

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Lake Gatun (Panama Canal system)

Explore by licensed motorboat operating under canal regulations.

Wildlife viewing zones

Responsible sightings of monkeys, sloths, birds, and iguanas (no feeding; safe distances).

Shipping lanes (Lake Gatun)

Safe, up-close views of barges and transiting ships from designated areas.

Guiding service

Local expert guide (ES/EN) blending history, ecology, and canal insights.

City transfers

Round-trip pickup/drop-off from Panama City hotels included.

Included / Not Included

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Included

Air-conditioned vehicle (transfers)

Motorboat with life jackets

Professional bilingual guide

Admission: Lake Gatun (included)

Bottled water

Not Included

Lunch

Personal expenses and tips

Important Info

Safety notes → Follow captain’s instructions; remain seated during maneuvers; do not feed wildlife.
What to bring → Sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, light rain jacket, camera/binoculars.
Not permitted → Drones (Canal restricted area), loud music.

Meeting points

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Panama City urban area — Select your hotel during booking

End / drop-off → Back to hotel or meeting point

Booking terms

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Cancellation policy → Full refund up to 24h before start; changes ≤24h not applicable; no-show non-refundable.

Contact us today

Let's start planning your adventure in Panama!

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Itinerary

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Panama City Pickup (Transit – 45 min)

Door-to-door pickup from hotels/Airbnbs within the urban area. Meet your driver in the lobby and set off toward Gamboa.

Gamboa Dock Check-in (Stop – 10–15 min)

Safety briefing, life-jacket fitting, and boarding of the licensed motorboat. Quick restroom break if needed.

Lake Gatun Wildlife & Canal Route (On-water Experience – ~2 h)

Cruise among islets to spot capuchins/howlers, sloths, birds, and iguanas at respectful distances. Approach designated shipping areas for safe, up-close views of barges and transiting ships. Photo stops and live commentary throughout.

Return to Dock & City Transfer (Transit – 45 min)

Disembark and drive back to your hotel or meeting point in Panama City.

Pickup Modes

Hotel pickup or designated meeting point within Panama City.

Pickup Window

7:30–8:30 a.m. (exact time confirmed on your voucher).

Pickup Notes

Be ready 10 minutes early and confirm your hotel/address.

List of destinations

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Included / Not Included

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Included

Air-conditioned vehicle (transfers)

Motorboat with life jackets

Professional bilingual guide

Admission: Lake Gatun (included)

Bottled water

Not Included

Lunch

Personal expenses and tips

Important Info

Safety notes → Follow captain’s instructions; remain seated during maneuvers; do not feed wildlife.
What to bring → Sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, light rain jacket, camera/binoculars.
Not permitted → Drones (Canal restricted area), loud music.

Meeting points

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Panama City urban area — Select your hotel during booking

End / drop-off → Back to hotel or meeting point

Booking terms

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

Cancellation policy → Full refund up to 24h before start; changes ≤24h not applicable; no-show non-refundable.

Contact us today

Let's start planning your adventure in Panama!

50760939947

Quantity

16 people

Duration

3 h 30 m

Lake Gatun 3 1/2-Hour Experience: Nature & Canal by Boat

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