Day Tour at Panama Canal from Ocean to Ocean
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Day tour to visit the Panama Canal at both coasts, Atlantic and Pacific, only possible on this is tour mixing the amazing structures of the Panama Canal, the beauty of the rainforest, wildlife and the experience of being inside the Panama Canal through Gatun Lake. Small groups.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
After pick up from your hotel or accomodation in Panama City, we would take you to an observation area at the pacific side where we will discuss about the history, construction and operation of the original Panama Canal.
Lake Gatun
After seeing a ship go through the Pedro Miguel locks, we will continue by car to the Chagres River where we will begin a boat tour in the Gatun Lake, the biggest lake part of the Panama Canal, and pass beside the huge ships going through the Panama Canal in our way to group of islands inside the Soberania National Park, where we will find monkeys and wild animals inside the Panama Canal.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Boat tour in the Gatun Lake and Monkey Island
Round trip transfer by air-conditioned Van or SUV
Lunch is not included in the price however we will take time for lunch at noon in a panamanian food restaurant or you could bring food.
An extra charge of USD $30.00 cash per group for pick up from Playa Bonita or the airport area
Pickup points
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English
Pickup included
Reviews
96 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Siri, see it all with Ricardo
Scott B,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got to see everything that we hoped for there was three of us together private tour. Ricardo did an amazing job. We really enjoyed ourselves. You get to see ships.
We enjoyed our tour guide
Scott B,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We got to see it all! Boats movie locks lake wild life all while getting a great back story and history
Panama Canal with Monkey and Sloth Island
cyprianh2015,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience. Ricardo was awesome, very safe and pleasant driver. We got to experience another side of Panama that was off the beaten track. Thank you.
So fantastic to see the locks at both ends of the canal!
Melanie B,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Fernando, handled every detail of this full-day experience. We saw the Pedro Miguel locks on the Pacific side, took a great sightseeing boat to monkey Island where we saw monkeys, bats, birds, and an iguana. Every part of the trip exceeded our expectations. Our guide called ahead to make sure that we would actually be able to see a ship passing through the Agua Clara locks. That's why we came to Panama!
Full day tour of the Panama Canal from Atlantic to Pacific
Theresa R,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative tour of Panama Canal from Pacific to Atlantic. We got to see the impressive lock system and ships passing through the various parts of the canal. We also did a boat tour in the canal and Lake Gatun. We saw various monkeys, sloths and native species
Great fun and illustrative trip. Highly recommended!
hagarciaj,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great, fun and illustrative trip to the Canal, its history and all things Panama. The boat trip to the monkey islands were exciting and had the chance to see them very close and take some amazing pictures. Cesar our guide was attentive, knowledgeable and fun. A highly recommended trip.
Best way to experience to Panamá Canal hands down!!
Pam B,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic! All boxes checked! Dan, our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and professional. VIP service all the way.
If you’re going to Panama and want to really experience the country – not just see it – book Ricardo.
Tomasz K,Jul 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely incredible guide – Ricardo made our trip unforgettable! 🌴🇵🇦 We couldn’t have asked for a better guide than Ricardo. From the very first moment, his energy, knowledge, and passion for Panama were absolutely contagious. He didn’t just show us places – he brought them to life with stories, history, and a great sense of humor. Ricardo was incredibly organized but also super flexible – whether it was a last-minute detour, a roadside coconut stop, or a deep conversation about Panama’s culture and people, he handled it all with ease and a smile. He speaks perfect English, knows all the hidden gems (not just tourist traps!), and treated us more like friends than clients. He made sure we felt safe, inspired, and welcomed at every step. The whole experience felt tailor-made. If you’re going to Panama and want to really experience the country – not just see it – book Ricardo. You’ll leave with amazing memories and a new friend. 10/10. Gracias, Ricardo – you’re the real MVP!
I am sorry to say that...
Shirley F,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00I am sorry to say that this tour was just OK, nothing to rave about. Our tour guide ,Luis, was kinda quiet, kinda seemed that he didn’t want to be doing this, and wasn’t the greatest with speaking English. We did a lot of riding with no talking and not explaining where we were or any information. Actually was a bit boring especially for what this tour cost. And we ate a gas station. I don’t like making bad reviews, but , unfortunately this tour wasn’t worth the money.. I wouldn’t recommend it.
Fifty Fifty enthralling and disappointing!
Vacationer244930,Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The first part of the tour was a little disappointing since we were expecting to be in a boat and watch the opening and closing of the locks while a ship went by. But we were given a movie to watch and then were moved to the watching platform from where there was not a very good view of the ships being lowered and raised. It was also too hot in the platform to really enjoy the view. After that we were taken on the boat tour on Gatun lake to watch and feed the monkeys which was great. The guide was enthusiastic and told us about the many islands, species and the history. He pointed out many photo points and was patient with us when we were taking pictures. He had also brought some fruits and nuts to feed the monkeys and took care of us till he dropped us back in the hotel.
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