Ocean to Ocean Combo: Canal Boat Ride, Locks, Fort San Lorenzo

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Overview

Available languages

English

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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.

Options

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

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

Reviews

4.85

1,494 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1342

101

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Gitta G,
Apr 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour was full of great information about Panama's history and present as well as tips for travelers. All of it presented in a fun and entertaining way. We felt like we got several tours combined in one.
Great Day
Ronnie A,
Apr 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Very nice guide, driver and boat driver! On time, helpful and provided suggestions for restaurants, bars, etc… Viewed lots of wildlife/animals. Lunch was excellent! Highly recommend.
Excellent!!
John J,
Apr 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This tour does get you on the water in the canal. Very knowledgeable guide. Delicious lunch. Would definitely recommend.
Fantastic trip and great value
Tracey M,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fabulous day. Alonzo, the minivan driver and our boat driver were fabulous. We had a fabulous experience travelling by boat on the Gatgun lake where we saw monkeys. seeing ships pass through the new Agua Clara locks and ending with a delicious lunch at San Lorenzo fort. I learned so much from Alonzo about the history of Panama. A bonus was Alonzo spotting a Sloth on the way home and stopping the bus so we could take pictures.
Great tour
marieke v,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Alonso was a great guide!! The combination of nature, the locks and culture made this a very nice day. The lunch was delicious.