Private Tour
Panama Canal Tour: Miraflores Locks and Canal Zone
Overview
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Explore the Panama Canal in total comfort on an exclusive private tour. Enjoy history, breathtaking views and the freedom to explore at your own pace.
✅ PRIVATE AND EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE
No crowds or rush. Just you and your group on a flexible and personalized tour.
✅ LIVE CHANNEL OPERATION
Discover how the locks operate and witness the passage of ships in this engineering marvel.
✅ HIDDEN HISTORY AND LEGACY OF THE CHANNEL
Explore the old Canal Zone and see the key sites where the Torrijos-Carter Treaties were forged.
✅ ICONIC PLACES AND PANORAMIC VIEWS
Visit historic sites, cross the Amador Causeway and admire the imposing Bridge of the Americas.
✅ IMAX AND LIVE TRANSIT
Enjoy the film IMAX narrated by Morgan Freeman and watch the boat crossing in Miraflores.
✅ WHO IS IT FOR?
Families, couples, group of friends, seniors, stopover travelers looking for : clear insights, friendly treatment and comfort.
Book today!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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
Pick-up and drop-off service to place of stay included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled water
Private transportation
Personal tour guide
Lunch
Tips (tips in Panama are a sign of appreciation for the service provided)
Miraflores Visitor Center (Adult)
Miraflores Visitor Center (Child)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Miraflores Visitor Center
We head to the Miraflores Visitor Center where we will have the opportunity to see the 45-minute documentary about the Panama Canal, narrated by Morgan Freeman at the Imax theater, we will know the history and operation of this important and imposing construction and see the transit of Panamax ships that pass through the locks of Miraflores. This time includes transfer to the Miraflores Locks.
From the Miraflores Locks we arrive at the Pedro Miguel Locks, this is the smallest lock built and very important as it levels the ships at the level of the snake cut which is the most dangerous and complicated part of the transit of the ships. Time includes transfer to the locks of Pedro Miguel.
Options
Home: Panama City
Option for those staying in Panama City. Does not include Amador Cruise Port.
Pickup included
Home : Outside City / Port
Home in: Puerto de Cruises Amador, Playa Bonita, Tocumen Airport, Santa Maria, Costa del Este, Gamboa or Summit.
Pickup included
Reviews
34 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Initial visit to Panama
Anonymous,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Cathy was a wonderful tour guide and provided interesting and informative info about Panamá City and the canal and locks. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with her.
Exceptional experience with the guide Mario on the Panama Canal
33retoe,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I made the tour of the Panama Canal with the guide Mario and it was an excellent experience. He has an impressive knowledge about the history and operation of the canal, explains everything clearly and interestingly. In addition, it is very friendly, professional and made the ride at my pace, making the visit even more special. I highly recommend.
Definitely a worthwhile tour
Sprev,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Cathy was great. We learned so much about the history of Panama and about the canal. She is fluent in English and very knowledgeable.
Warm and cool
Javier d,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I wasn't expecting to visit that many places. The tour guide was fantastic and commitment. It did a great day, so we can enjoyed every single place we visited.
Very informative and interesting! Impressive too!
Discover43788072563,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Firstly Gabriel sent a text the day before to confirm pick up time. He was on schedule and the tour began the second I sat in the car. We hit the Miraflores Locks saw two ships pass through, watched the IMAX film and he drove me in time to the Pedro Miguel Locks to see the same two ships go through then it was up to the American bridge. We got spectacular photos of the canal the ships the locks the impressive skyline. Gabriel was patient and kind even had water and fruit for me. He gave me a good history lesson of the Canal which was reinforced by the movie. All in all Gabriel was a fantastic tour guide! Thank you so much Gabriel
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smH441MZ,
Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mario and team were a great group to work with. Punctual, accomadating and knowledgable. Great attitude all smiles. Recomend this group for any of your trips.
Great tour! See and learn a lot!
83drc,
Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a wonderful tour. We were treated really well and our guide, Thomas, was extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. We saw so much and learned so much and he answered all our questions with ease. The van was quite comfortable for 6 adults, ages 65+. It was a great time. Highly recommend.
Having a guide is helpful
Kartika S,
Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It is very focused on getting the tourists to buy items with selected vendors. It don't think the tour was worth $100.
Great tour of the Panama Canal area.
183sethh,
Aug 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fascinating tour of the Panama Canal with a knowledgeable and friendly guide who knew his history well. I recommend.
Amazing Tour
91brandono,
Aug 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Gabriel was an incredible tour guide! His deep knowledge of the Panama Canal and the city made the entire experience fascinating from start to finish. He was friendly, professional, and attentive to every detail, making sure everyone felt comfortable and taken care of. I highly recommend this tour — especially with Gabriel as your guide!
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