Panama Canal and Monkey Island Tour
About this experience
Experience being inside the Panama Canal while spotting incredible wildlife on this popular boat tour to Monkey Island. With nearly 1,000 five-star reviews, this is one of Panama's most beloved experiences. Your adventure begins with free hotel pickup from downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo. During the scenic drive to Gatun Lake, your guide shares fascinating history about the Panama Canal, one of the world's greatest engineering achievements. Board a comfortable boat and navigate through the actual Panama Canal waterway. Watch massive cargo ships transit the locks while you explore the pristine islands of Gatun Lake. The highlight is Monkey Island, home to playful white-faced capuchin monkeys and howler monkeys. The monkeys are accustomed to boats and often come close, creating incredible photo opportunities. Your expert wildlife guides have been exploring this jungle since 2015 and know exactly where to find animals. Beyond monkeys, you may spot toucans, sloths, crocodiles, iguanas, and various tropical birds. The guides are passionate about sharing the magic of the rainforest and helping you connect with nature. The tour includes transportation, the boat tour, and a water bottle. This light activity experience is perfect for families with children ages 3 and up. No special skills or fitness level required.
What you'll do
989 reviews
Eli
Panama City
Everything is exactly as advertised, definitely worth your money. You see the canal, you see monkeys. Everything is well-organized and not sketchy.
Lindsay
Cincinnati, OH
Everything was spectacular from the pickup at the hotel to the informative drive to the boat, the knowledge of the tour guide and captain of the boat and ability to point out amazing animals. It was an incredible value and so much fun!
Sam
Colorado Springs, CO
Who would have thought that the Panama Canal was home to a huge population of monkeys? Fernando the guide was very knowledgeable of the area. Feeding the monkeys peanuts and papayas was a memorable experience.
Betzy
Cartago, Costa Rica
Excellent experience for children and adults, we would do it again!
Derian
Atlanta, GA
Great experience! Took pictures with monkeys and learned a few things about the Canal.
Eli
Panama City
Everything is exactly as advertised, definitely worth your money. You see the canal, you see monkeys. Everything is well-organized and not sketchy.
Lindsay
Cincinnati, OH
Everything was spectacular from the pickup at the hotel to the informative drive to the boat, the knowledge of the tour guide and captain of the boat and ability to point out amazing animals. It was an incredible value and so much fun!
Sam
Colorado Springs, CO
Who would have thought that the Panama Canal was home to a huge population of monkeys? Fernando the guide was very knowledgeable of the area. Feeding the monkeys peanuts and papayas was a memorable experience.
Betzy
Cartago, Costa Rica
Excellent experience for children and adults, we would do it again!
Derian
Atlanta, GA
Great experience! Took pictures with monkeys and learned a few things about the Canal.
Meet your host
Carlos
Local Guide
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I'm a biologist and Certified Nature Specialist accredited by the Panama Tourism Authority. Living near Panama City, I've spent 10+ years studying the biodiversity of Soberania National Park. Join me to spot monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and unique plants around Gatun Lake. My passion is sharing Panama's incredible wildlife with visitors from around the world.
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About your guide
To protect your payment, never transfer money or communicate outside of the Bandits website or app.
I'm a biologist and Certified Nature Specialist accredited by the Panama Tourism Authority. Living near Panama City, I've spent 10+ years studying the biodiversity of Soberania National Park. Join me to spot monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and unique plants around Gatun Lake. My passion is sharing Panama's incredible wildlife with visitors from around the world.
Where you'll be
Panama City, Panama Province, Panama
Free pickup from hotels in downtown Panama City or Casco Viejo. Alternative meeting point at Starbucks Albrook Mall if preferred.
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