Private Tour
Panama Canal with entrance included and Gatun Lake Boat Tour
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Get to know the greatness of The Panama Canal and its operation with this interesting tour inside Miraflores Visitors Center skipping the tickets line, then enjoy the adventure of a boat tour in the largest lake in the Panama Canal and its diversity of wildlife.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Panama Canal
After pick up from hotel or accommodation in Panama City, we would take you to an observation area where we will explain you about the history and how the Panama Canal works.
Gatun Lake
After seeing a ship go through the locks, we will continue by car to the Chagres River where we will then get off the car and begin a boat tour in the Gatun Lake. At this point you will be inside the Panama Canal passing beside the ships in transit from one ocean to the other. During this boat tour in Gatun Lake you will be surrounded by the rainforest of the Soberania National Park, where we will spot monkeys and other wild animals.
What‘s Included
Skip the line, entrance tickets to the Panama Canal Visitors Center Miraflores are included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour by boat in Gatun Lake, in the Panama Canal
Additional cost for pick up from Playa Bonita or airport USD $30 cash per group (not per person)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Small group in Spanish
Small group in Spanish: The small group tour option is for a maximum of 10 pax. Pickup included
Private tour in Spanish
Private tour in Spanish Pickup included
Private tour in English
Private tour in English Pickup included
Small group in English
Small group in English: The small group tour option is for a maximum of 10 pax. Pickup included
Reviews
460 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Outstanding
O2778BSsusant,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was such an enjoyable day. Hotel pickup was convenient and right on time. The canal itself was such an interesting thing to witness and we managed to track down lots of wonderful wildlife (including a sloth!) on the lake, with a fun speedboat ride too. Demetrio was a truly superb tour guide! Overall an exceptional experience!
Insightful and Fun historical tour
BenWaShotz,May 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ricardo is the best. He was very kind, attentive, knowledgeable about the canal and was punctual in picking us up from our hotel. Would recommend his services to anyone doing this tour.
Even the rain made it a great experience!
BOB,May 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Totally GREAT! Hotel pick-up. Private Tour w/ your own guide. Pay just one time: no extra entry fees. Sightseeing tour and history lesson all in one neat package. Our guide, Ricardo, picked us up at the Hyatt on time and made the entire trip a pleasure. Got rained on a bit while watching monkeys but it only added to the experience. Riding in a boat alongside of a huge container ship on Lake Gaton blew our minds. Seeing the same container ship we saw on the lake actually going through the locks was amazing. This is a must do when in Panama. Thank you, Ricardo!
A fantastic tour
443angusf,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Daniela was probably the best guide I’ve had since being in Panama. She is extremely knowledgeable and very engaging.
Excelent afternoon.
Tilo T,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great afternoon, got rather doaked by the rain so a good idea to take extra dry cloathes. Guine was great pick up puntual and the lake tour great.
Must stop tour adventure
georgemaryland,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour guide and wonderful trip to the canal and lake
Canal and Monkeys with Ricardo!
Ryan S,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an awesome experience! Learning about one of the wonders of the world was special. Ricardo was the best! After the canal we took a small boat tour on the lake and saw so many monkeys up close and personal. Got some awesome pictures. And again big thanks to Ricardo for making this an awesome experience!
Amazing Experience at the Canal and Monkey Island
Douglas M,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience on our Panama Canal and Monkey Island tour! Ricardo was an excellent guide, very friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. At the canal, he explained the history and how it works in a clear and interesting way. At Monkey Island, he shared fun facts about the monkeys, making the experience even more memorable. Highly recommend this tour!
Good Tour
Tejani W,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience with our private driver for the Panama Canal and Monkey Island tour. The Panama Canal was fascinating to see up close, and Monkey Island was definitely a highlight—such a fun and unique experience seeing the monkeys in their natural habitat. Overall, a very convenient and enjoyable way to explore these must-see spots in Panama!
Great tour guide
Bevey M,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great driver and smart loved the private tour through the canal and monkey island. Nice to Be picked up At the hotel.
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