Panama Canal Private Boat Tour to Monkey Islands
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Unmatched Encounters with Wildlife and Nature :
Take a close look at Panama’s diverse wildlife. Find playful monkeys, exotic birds, crocodiles and other fascinating creatures in their natural habitats on Lake Gatun.
Our professional guides, fluent in English and Spanish, offer in-depth commentary on the history, ecology and importance of the Panama Canal and its surroundings.
Enjoy the ease of pick-up and return to your hotel, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Our comfortable boats are equipped with all the necessary safety measures.
Small Group Experience :
We offer small-group tours that offer personalized attention and a more intimate connection to the surroundings, enhancing wildlife viewing opportunities.
Appreciate three different species of monkeys, including capuchin monkeys, howlers and tamarins, plus crocodiles, iguanas and various exotic birds.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Panama City
Pick up at the hotel lobby Free admission
Chagres River
Travelers will take a boat with their life jackets and a licensed captain to leave from the Chagres River for Gatun Lake. The Chagres River is the main tributary of the Panama Canal.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fruits to attract monkeys
Meals
Tips
boat
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Shared Regular Tour
Duration: 4 hours: Ideal for Sailing Gatun Lake, learning from history and watching wildlife and dazzling scenery
Pickup included
Gatun + Shrine of the Sloth
Sanctuary of Perezos and others: Guided walk through the Sloth Sanctuary, butterfly and frog.
Does not include Ticket or Water Transportation
Duration: 7 hours
Pickup included
Private Morning tour
Duration: 4 hours: Ideal for wildlife viewing or photography such as toucans, waterfowl, sloth alligators. $25 boat not included
Pickup included
Gatun + Panama Canal
Panama Canal Tour: Ideal for those who want to visit the Panama Canal and explore Lake Gatun for wildlife viewing
Duration: 6 hours: Visit of Miraflores Visitor Center and to sail the Gatun Lake
No Includes : Panama Canal Ticket ($17.22) and Boat Ride $25
Pickup included
Private Tour
Visit the Gamboa Rainforest: Ideal for photography lovers of birds and other animals along Gatun Lake
Coffee or soft drink: Have a coffee, tea or a drink with Empanada while overlooking the Chagres River at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Panama Canal Private boat tour to Monkey Island
Mireille W,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00They must make sure that the tour operator pays attention WHICH terminal our Wind Star ship was. I had specified the cruise line and the dock area but they were at the largest port with mega ships.
Thrilling boat ride
Gitel C,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience Fantastic guide Highly recommend for everyone We spotted three different types of monkeys
Raul was great, very...
Elena A,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Raul was great, very knowledgeable and gave us a nice overview of the country. Loved the tour! We saw monkeys, sloth, birds and little alligators.
excursion to see the monkey islands
Steve M,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00booked the privated excusion with viator. 1/3 the cost of the ship excursion. mario did a great job explaining our trip as he drove us in a suv. He offered to drop us by a souvenir shop with fantastic prices. this trip was very comfortable and we returned back to the ship intime to eat lunch the take a second trip to see the miraflores locks. great personnel service
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