Panama City Canal Tour Monkey Island Wildlife Adventure
Unparalleled Wildlife Encounters: Experience the thrill of observing Panama's diverse wildlife up close. Encounter playful monkeys, exotic birds, crocodiles, and other fascinating creatures in their natural habitats on Gatun Lake.
Expert Bilingual Guides: Our professional guides, fluent in both English and Spanish, provide insightful commentary on the history, ecology, and significance of the Panama Canal and surrounding areas.
Comfort and Convenience: Enjoy the ease of hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Our comfortable boats are equipped with all necessary safety features.
Small Group Experience: We offer small group tours for personalized attention and a more intimate connection with the environment, enhancing wildlife viewing opportunities.
Diverse Wildlife: See three different species of monkeys, including capuchin, howler, and tamarin monkeys, along with crocodiles, iguanas, and various exotic birds.
Options
No Hotel Pickup
No Transportation: Arrive 15 minutes before your start time to guarantee a smooth and enjoyable start to your adventure.
Pickup included
What's included in Panama City Canal Tour Monkey Island Wildlife Adventure
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The tour begins at the historic Chagres River, a vital waterway feeding the Panama Canal. Visitors will learn about its significance in Panama's ecosystem and canal operations. The riverbank offers excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting, including various bird species and potentially sloths or iguanas. This stop provides a perfect introduction to Panama's lush biodiversity and sets the stage for the upcoming boat ride.
As you pass by Chagres National Park, you'll witness the expansive protected area that safeguards the Panama Canal's watershed. This park is crucial for maintaining the canal's water supply and preserving Panama's rich biodiversity. Travelers will get a glimpse of the dense rainforest that characterizes this region, home to numerous species of flora and fauna.
GamboaPass-by Only
Passing through Gamboa, a small town at the intersection of the Chagres River and the Panama Canal, offers a unique view of where human settlement meets pristine nature. This area is known for its ecological research station and serves as a gateway to the canal's wildlife areas.
Inclusions
- Wildlife viewing opportunities
- Fruit to Feed the Monkey by hand
- Professional Guide who speak English or Spanish
- Round-trip Hotel Pickup in Panama City & Playa Bonita
- Guide for Panama Canal, Chagres River & Gatun Lake
- Gratuities
- Waters & Snacks
- Personal Expenses
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
The pickup time is at the time of your tour. Please arrive downstairs in the lobby 10 minutes prior to your selected tour time. This ensures a smooth and timely departure for your unforgettable Panama City wildlife adventure.
Meeting / End Points
- The meeting point is at the boat docks. We will greet you when you arrive to start your tour. We will be in bright blue company logo uniform.
