Exploring the Two Oceans Old and New Canal Locks Private Tour

5.0 (13 reviews) 6–7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Agua clara visitor center
overview — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Miraflores locks two lanes — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour is designed for canal enthusiasts who appreciate the immense impact of these structures on global maritime trade. The Panama Canal, the most important waterway in Central America, has influenced trade since its inauguration in 1914 and was further expanded in 2016. This tour offers the opportunity to closely observe both the original and expanded canals, allowing visitors to appreciate their differences and witness the fascinating process of ships ascending and descending.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Panamanian Aventures

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: live guide in English or Spanish
Included: Bottled water

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: $17. 22 Miraflores visitor center entry tickets have to be purchased on-site to the staff
Not included: $10 agua clara visitor center entry tickets have to be purchased on site to the staff

Itinerary

Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara

2 hours Admission not included

Here we will witness the new locks built in 2016, accommodating the world's largest ships.
Atlantic Bridge

15 min

Let's visit the newest bridge in the Panama Canal and enjoy the view of both the centennial and new sets of locks in a single picture, along with the maritime city of Colon and the Caribbean Sea.
Miraflores Visitor Center

2 hours Admission not included

Enjoy this engineering wonder that changed the whole maritime industry forever, brought to this world by the United States and Panama in our Miraflores visitor center where you can see the Panama Canal in full action.
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)

15 min

Built in 1913, with rocks from the excavation of the Culebra Cut during the construction of the Panama Canal, the Causeway joins Panama City with four islands: Naos, Perico, Culebra, and Flamenco.

It is a site with a beautiful view of the city and the ships waiting to enter the Canal.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Parador Panama City
YOO Panama
Hotel Marianela
ART CASCO The Hotel
Hotel Bardot Boutique
Hotel Red Room
Tocumen Intl Airport
Zen Motel By Rgs
Lavanderia Wet Clean
Hotel Mio Panama
Hotel En Colombia y No En Panana
Dann Carlton Panama

and 152 more pickup points

The guide will be meeting you in the lobby of the hotel with a logo of the company and the name of the lead passenger

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
It will take 1 hour and 15 mins to get to the place where we are conducting the experience and another hour and 15 mins to bring you back to your hotel

Options

Private combo

Vip service : This is an exclusive and personalized experience

Pickup included
Solo traveler combo

Solo traveler : This option is created for solo travelers

Canal tickets are not included

Pickup included
Two Oceans Old and New Panama Canal Locks Private Tour

Pickup included