Panama Canal Boat Tour to Monkey Islands
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Navigate the waters of Lake Gatun, an essential part of the Panama Canal, as enormous ships pass in the distance and the tropical jungle pushes through the islands that emerged after the lake's creation.
In Monkey Island we will look for three species of primates: white-faced capuchin monkeys, Geoffroy's tamarins, and howler monkeys, whose powerful calls are often heard through the forest. During the tour we will also be able to find tropical birds, iguanas, crocodiles, and other animals in their natural habitat.
But this experience goes far beyond observing monkeys. Your bilingual local guide will help you interpret the landscape and discover how the construction of the Canal transformed ancient valleys of the Chagres River into an extraordinary ecosystem of islands surrounded by the waters of Lake Gatun.
Our small groups allow for a more personal, quiet, and close to nature experience.
Nature, history, and engineering meet in one place: the Panama Canal.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 4.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Meals
- Tips
- boat
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Pick up at the hotel lobby Free admission
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Stop 2
Travelers will take a boat with their life jackets and a licensed captain to leave from the Chagres River for Gatun Lake. The Chagres River is the main tributary of the Panama Canal.
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Stop 3
Travelers will sail in front of the town of Gamboa established in 1910 during the construction of the Panama Canal, in which they can observe the Maintenance department of the Panama Canal with structures such as the Titan Crane, the dredge boats of the Canal among other elements.
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Stop 4
Travelers will cruise Lake Gatun in the direction of Monkey Island where they will have the opportunity to pass by the boats in transit through the Channel, take photos and videos and live an amazing first-hand experience. They can also observe different animals such as crocodiles and birds that inhabit the area. When arriving at Monkey Island travelers will be able to interact with different species of monkeys such as the Titi or the Cariblanco monkeys
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup available, or meet at the start point
We pick up customers directly in front of the Hotel Lobby or in front of the location provided by it, driver details will be sent one day before the tour
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Pickup is available from 160 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $65.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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