Ocean to Ocean Combo: Canal Boat Ride, Locks, Fort San Lorenzo
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
This unique tour of the Panama Canal goes from the Pacific to the Atlantic ocean as you see the canal from the water and by foot. An exciting boat ride down the canal will introduce you to the transiting ships as well as the abundant wildlife on its shores, followed by a visit to Fort San Lorenzo and the new Agua Clara Locks.
This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
The tour starts in a very remote area and there will be no access to public restrooms around 9am
Vegetarian and vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Minimum age is 3 years
If you will be staying at a hotel area that is not on the list, please contact your local operator prior to booking your tour
This tour is in ENGLISH only, we cannot run the tour in 2 languages without the tour quality being compromised.
Not recommended for travelers with walking problems or other serious medical conditions.
No Wheelchair accessible
What To Expect
Panama City
This tour begins with hotel pickups starting at 6:10am. I know it sounds crazy to get up so early on your vacation, but you will thank me for it later. Starting this early we can beat the crowds and see more wildlife in cooler temperatures.
Panama Canal
We will ride along the waters of the Panama Canal right next to the ships passing through on their way to the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Our destination is Gatun Lake, where we will cruise around islands created during the canal construction and see the abundant wildlife on its shores.
What‘s Included
Panama Canal boat ride (90 minutes)
Professional guide
Bottled water
Entrance fees
Transport by air-conditioned minibus
A traditional Panamenian lunch is provided ( Rice, chicken, bean, plantains and salad)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only)
Gratuities
Due to heavy traffic, no free pickup from hotels located near Amador Causeway, Clayton (City of Knowledge) Playa Bonita. Separate transportation for the an extra charge
Playa Blanca, or Rio Hato, Metromall, Arraijan or Tocumen Airport need to arrange own transportation
This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.
Extra passenger - Minimum age to participate is 3 years
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Central Area Hotels 6:30am
From 6:30 Pick up &Drop off : For Hotels/Airbnb located in Central Panama City Areas. Pick-ups start at 6:30am. Pickup included
Outside Panama City Areas 6am
Pick up and Drop Off 6am: Pick up starts at 6:00am from areas as Playa Bonita, City Of Knowledge, Amador Causeway, Panama Canal, Costa del este. Pickup included
Reviews
1,741 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
So much to see. Loved it!
tlscotty,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was amazing. Learned so much. I have talked about this trip to so many people about how it is a must when visiting Panama. It was a long day filled with so much adventure. We saw sloths, different types of monkeys, crocodiles, etc. Highlight was watching ships go through the canal and being explained the process. The door to door hotel service was a plus and much appreciated. Highly recommend.
10/10
Curiosity59481086818,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing full-day tour. The boat trip was amazing, very dynamic, and we saw a lot of wildlife at Gatun Lake. Alonso kept us engaged throughout the whole trip and was a very nice person. We really enjoyed it. We had many great emotions throughout the day and completely blacked out on the way back from exhaustion.
PANAMA MUST SEE
C3103QQmichaelc,May 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was absolutely amazing! Knowledgeable about history, wildlife, and pop culture; I learned a bunch and had a fantastic time doing it. The ocean to ocean combo is the way to go. It was very well balanced and has a little bit for everyone. Highly recommend!
Animals, ships, good food, interesting history
Ermapferd,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best experience! John is an amazing guide with a great mentality. A ton of information, so much interesting history and trivia and really a LOT to see. Animals, vegetation, and gigantic ships going through the canal. The lunch was amazing Panamanian food from a local restaurant which we had in the jungle. 10/10 would do again.
Great tour - Highly recommend
L7294DWjamesm,May 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience. John was an excellent guide.
Panama Canal adventure
William W,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had a good time and learned a ton about the canal. Alonso our guide was extremely knowable and helpful. He is a real gentleman. It is amazing to see those giant ships on a lake. Would recommend to anyone. The big surprise was the lunch was delicious.
Excellent tour! They...
Laura K,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour! They picked us up at our hotel, small group experience. Guide was excellent . We saw and learned so much .
Amazing tour with Daniel
BellaA D,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Daniel Viquez our tour guide is knowledgeable, articulate in providing historical facts of Panama and the canal. Our driver was safe and timely, he and Daniel both provided an excellent well organized tour from beginning to end, and as well as a delicious Panamanian authentic lunch- picnic at the park. Highly recommended.
Discovering the wonders of the Panama Canal
marcellog874,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting day trip during which you visit the Panama Canal area: from the Soberania Natural Park to Lake Gatun, from the locks of Agua Clara (on the Atlantic) to the fort of San Lorenzo (UNESCO site). Guide very prepared and helpful. Recommended tour
BEST TOUR EVER
D4098ZMkimd,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was hands down the best tour we have been on! John was so knowledgeable and kept us on the edge of our seats with the history of Panama and the places we toured. We would take any and every tour he was part of! His driver (I would spell his name wrong) was phenomenal!
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