Panama Canal and Monkey Island Tour

5.0 (30 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Experience two of Panama’s top attractions in one unforgettable adventure with this Panama Canal & Monkey Island Tour.

Start at the world-famous Panama Canal and visit the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you can watch massive ships pass through the locks and learn about this engineering marvel.

Then continue to Gatun Lake, located inside the canal, and board a boat for a scenic Monkey Island Tour through the tropical rainforest. Cruise across one of the largest artificial lakes in the world while enjoying Panama’s rich wildlife.

During the boat ride, you may see howler monkeys, white-faced capuchins, and tamarins in their natural habitat. It is also common to spot crocodiles, tropical birds, and other native species along the shoreline.

This shared tour is ideal for nature lovers, families, and travelers who want to combine history, wildlife, and adventure in a single day.

A perfect way to experience both the Panama Canal and the natural beauty of Gatun Lake.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Jhaline Tours Panamá

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years)

What is included

Included

Included: pickup and drop-off.
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Entrance tickets for Panama Canal Visitors Center (USD$17.22 adult, $7.22 child),
Not included: tips
Not included: Extra fee of US$30 per group if pick up is from Playa Bonita or airport zone

Itinerary

Miraflores Visitor Center

2 hours Admission not included

Upon arrival at the Miraflores Visitor Center, travelers can observe the operation of the Panama Canal from its viewing terraces, explore the interactive museum, and enjoy a 3D film about the canal’s history and functioning. They may also witness the impressive sight of ships passing through the locks
Gatun Lake

2 hours Admission included

During the visit to Gatun Lake, travelers will board a small boat to explore its calm waters, surrounded by lush rainforest. Along the way, they’ll spot a variety of wildlife, including monkeys, sloths, crocodiles, and tropical birds. The tour often includes a stop near Monkey Island, where curious monkeys may approach the boat

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
Lavanderia Wet Clean
Hotel Mio Panama
Hotel En Colombia y No En Panana
Dann Carlton Panama
Hotel Suites Ambassador
Hostales Globales
Hotel Casa Magnolia

and 137 more pickup points

Please be ready in the lobby of your hotel at the scheduled pickup time.

Your guide will meet you there holding a tablet displaying your name.

If your accommodation does not have a lobby, please wait outside at the main entrance.

Please note that your exact pickup time will be confirmed and shared with you the day before your tour.

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entrance fee to the Panama Canal Visitors Centeris is a mandatory charge. Each traveler must pay this fee personally, either online or directly at the Visitors Center