Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Get ready to be swept away by the sights and sounds of this vibrant country on a 5-hour adventure into the heart of the Panama Jungle and the Gatun Lake, part of the famous Panama Canal. Begin with a scenic drive to Gamboa, where you'll board a boat for a 90-minute cruise through the lake. Observe monkeys, sloths, toucans, and crocodiles, while expert guides share their knowledge. Disembark and hike through the lush rainforest of Soberania National Park throught Pipeline Road, observing rare orchids, colorful birds, and elusive mammals. Conclude with a relaxing ride back to Gamboa and transport back to your hotel or accommodation.
This tour is perfect for nature lovers, history buffs, and anyone who wants to discover the magic of Panama while exploring the breathtaking beauty of Soberania National Park.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Explore the Renowned Pipeline Road on a Guided Hike
Travel in Comfort with an Air-Conditioned SUV, Minivan, or Sedan
Guided by an English-Speaking Tour Expert
Complimentary Bottled Water
Experience a Scenic Cruise on Gatun Lake
Lunch
This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Panama City
To ensure a hassle-free experience, we offer complimentary pick-up services from centrally located hotels and accommodations in Panama City. Our air-conditioned vehicles will arrive at your designated pick-up location at the scheduled time, and our friendly guide and driver will help you and make sure you are comfortably seated before starting the journey to Gamboa. If you are staying outside of the central Panama City area, we can arrange pick-up at an additional cost. Please inform us of your location when making your booking. We aim to provide a smooth and comfortable start to your adventure in the Panama Jungle and rainforests of Gamboa.
Panama Canal
Our journey will take us halfway up the Panama Canal to the charming town of Gamboa, where the canal meets the Chagres River. Once we arrive, we'll board a comfortable covered boat to start our eco cruise. As we glide through the picturesque waters, you'll be able to soak in the stunning views of the lush rainforest, spot native wildlife, and learn about the fascinating history and ecology of the region. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Panama Jungle!
Options
Tour with Hotel Transfers
Duration: 5 hours
Pick-up and Drop-off included: Includes transfers from any Hotel or location in Panama City, including the Playa Bonita area.
Pickup included
Meet up at the Starting Point
Duration: 4 hours
Starting Point : Meet in the Hotel Lobby of Gamboa Rainforest Reserve—Look for the PANAMAVIBES Sign.
Reviews
135 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great guide, great tour
Daphna P,
Jul 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Saw tons of animals, monkeys, birds, sloths. The boat tour was fun and informative. Hiking was fantastic and we had an amazing guide Alex who answered all our questions and spotted animals we would have never seen ourselves. He was great with our kids as well. Highly recommended.
Excellent tour
Dirk E,
Jul 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very good experience. Perfect communication. Very detailed information throughout the entire trip. The guide took a great effort to locate animals.
Monkey island tour
Louis D,
Jul 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide was really nice and we were able to see all the kind of monkeys the tour has to offer. I recommend this tour
Informative and...
Tahan T,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00Informative and immersive. The experience feeding the monkeys was otherworldly. Richard was a 10/10 guide
Despite doing most of...
Manfred N,
May 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Despite doing most of this tour in a downpour, we thoroughly enjoyed the day. Richard was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the Canal and the history of Panama as well. We enjoyed the boat ride, stopping at the island for the monkeys to feed from our hands. He took us to a resort afterwards to get a coffee and a respite from the rain. The resort was a beautiful place to stop. Our walk in the rainforest was instead a short ride, but we didn't mind as we were wet enough, and we still got to see a sloth resting in a tree. We would highly recommend this tour, and Richard as a tour guide.
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