expedia
Skip to main content
One Key

Earn OneKeyCash when you sign in and book an activity

Sign in

Panama Canal Private Boat Tour to Monkey Islands

By Panama All about
Free cancellation available
Price is $90 per adult
See tickets
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

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.

Activity location
  • Panama City
    • Panama City, Panama
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Albrook Mall
    • Avenida Roosevelt
    • Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

Check availability

Regular Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours: Ideal for enjoying Canal Sailing, Learning from history and watching fauna and flora
Pickup included

Price details
$65.00 x 1 Adult$65.00
Paid at activity$25.00
Total
Price is $90.00
Morning tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours: Cruise along Gatun Lake towards Monkey Island, learn about the history of the place, observe the flora and fauna
Pickup included

Starting time: 6:30am
Price details
$70.00 x 1 Adult$70.00
Paid at activity$25.00
Total
Price is $95.00
Private Tour
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Visit the Gamboa Rainforest: Behold one of the most wonderful views of Panama by the Chagres River
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

Price details
$109.00 x 1 Adult$109.00
Paid at activity$25.00
Total
Price is $134.00
Gatun + Shrine of the Sloth
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Sanctuary of Perezos and others: Returning from Monkey Island enjoy a guided walk through the Sloth Shrine, butterfly and frog.
Duration: 7 hours
Drink and bread: Enjoy a cup of coffee while taking in one of the most wonderful views of Panama by the Chagres River
Pickup included

Price details
$164.00 x 1 Adult$164.00
Paid at activity$25.00
Total
Price is $189.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fruits to attract monkeys
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    boat

Know before you book

  • 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

Activity itinerary

Panama City
  • 1h
Pick up at the hotel lobby Free admission
Chagres River
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
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.
Gamboa
  • 20m
Travelers will sail in front of the town of Gamboa established in 1910 during the construction of the Panama Canal, in which they can observe the Maintenance department of the Panama Canal with structures such as the Titan Crane, the dredge boats of the Canal among other elements.
Gatun Lake
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Travelers will cruise Lake Gatun in the direction of Monkey Island where they will have the opportunity to pass by the boats in transit through the Channel, take photos and videos and live an amazing first-hand experience. They can also observe different animals such as crocodiles and birds that inhabit the area. When arriving at Monkey Island travelers will be able to interact with different species of monkeys such as the Titi or the Cariblanco monkeys

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Panama City
    • Panama City, Panama
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Albrook Mall
    • Avenida Roosevelt
    • Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

Best Deals on Things to Do

Experience the wonders of the world up close with great deals on things to do near and far. Expedia offers one-of-a-kind activities that allow you to explore Panama City your way. Whether you love nature, culture, food, or a bit of adventure, we have the perfect activity for you.

Top Experiences in Panama City

With so many things to do in Panama City, planning the perfect day out may seem like a daunting task. Expedia is here to take the hassle out of finding the best attractions, tours, and activities in Panama City. Families, couples, and business travelers can all find the perfect activity in Panama City to create life-long memories with the help of Expedia.