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Discover the new locks of the Panama Canal

By Panamaroutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $160 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Two perspectives of the Panama Canal in a single day: visit the modern locks of Agua Clara and the historic locks of GatĂșn, combining the most recent engineering work with the original of more than 100 years ago.
Less crowded visitor centers – experience the experience more relaxed and with more time to observe, without the usual crowds from other parts of the Channel.
A touch of colonial history: complement the modern part with a visit to Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by rainforest and spectacular views of the Chagres River and the Caribbean.

Activity location

  • Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara
    • Unnamed Road
    • 0301, Colon, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
    • Calle 50
    • PanamĂĄ, Provincia de PanamĂĄ, Panama

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Shared tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$160.00 x 2 Adults$320.00
Total
Price is $320.00
Private tour from Panama
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Private Tour

Price details
$220.00 x 2 Adults$440.00
Total
Price is $440.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visiting Center of Agua Clara and Gatun
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Water bottle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation
  • What's includedWhat's included
    San Lorenzo National Park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Stop for lunch (optional)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fort San Lorenzo
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
‱ You will observe closely how huge vessels pass through the most modern locks of the Panama Canal. ‱ You will enjoy panoramic views from the viewpoint to Gatun Lake and the gate system. ‱ You will learn about the history and operation of the Canal through an audiovisual projection. ‱ You will have time to take pictures and appreciate this engineering wonder in action.
Puente AtlĂĄntico (Pass by)
On the way to Columbus you will cross the Atlantic Bridge, one of the most modern structures of the Panama Canal. This cable-stayed bridge connects the city of ColĂłn with the Caribbean coast and offers panoramic views of the Canal and the Caribbean Sea. Although there is no stop, the crossing allows you to enjoy and photograph one of the most impressive works of engineering in the country.
Gatun Locks
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
‱ Explore the new Gatun Visitor Center, opened in April 2025, where you can see the original locks of the Panama Canal in action. ‱ From the Gatun Viewpoint, enjoy spectacular views of Gatun Lake, the historic locks and Gatun Lighthouse. ‱ Discover how this gate system, considered a jewel of 20th century engineering, worked for more than 100 years. ‱ Enjoy interactive displays and short trails surrounded by rainforest and unique views.
Fort San Lorenzo
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
‱ Tour the historic Fort San Lorenzo, built in the 17th century to defend the entrance of the Chagres River and the Panamanian Caribbean from privateers and pirates. ‱ Admire its colonial ruins, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as you learn stories of battles and explorers. ‱ Enjoy spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, perfect for panoramic photography. ‱ Connect with nature in an environment surrounded by tropical forest, with the possibility of spotting birds, monkeys and other local fauna.

Location

Activity location

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    Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara
    • Unnamed Road
    • 0301, Colon, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
    • Calle 50
    • PanamĂĄ, Provincia de PanamĂĄ, Panama

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