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Panama Canal Tours - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)

Visit Canal de Panamá

Points of interest, miraflores visitor center, agua clara visitor center, panama canal interactive center, the panama canal administration building, goethals memorial, monument to the martyrs of january 9th, the amador causeway, interoceanic canal museum.

Esclusas Miraflores

Ticket Office

• Daily 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Daily 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Prices (includes Panama Canal Movie at the IMAX theater)

• Locals and Residents from $1.50 to $3.00
• Non-Residents from $7.22 to $17.22

Calle Golf, Colón.

• 8:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Open daily (including holidays)

• 8:00 a.m. a 4:00 p.m.
• Nationals and residents from $1.50 to $3.00
• Non residents from $5 up to $10

Central Avenue and 2nd Street.

• From Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 a.m.  – 4:30 p.m.
• From Tuesday through Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

Calle Gorgas

The Panama Canal Administration Building was inaugurated on July 15, 1914 as a landmark for Panamanian history. This veritable legacy from the past is an important part of Canal history.

Av Morgan, Panamá.

The Goethals monument is certainly an impressively beautiful and elegant white Vermont marble construction that you definitely cannot miss.

Av Ascanio Arosemena.

This monument, located at the  Ascanio Arosemena Training Center  (former Balboa High School), has 21 columns, each with a name at the lower area, symbolizing the lives cut short of the 21 Panamanian martyrs; the columns together form an entrance that represents the Isthmus of Panama and, in turn, they are surrounded by pools symbolizing the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean.

Naos, Perico, Culebra y Flamenco,

Built in 1913, with rocks from the excavation of the Culebra Cut during construction of the Panama Canal, the Causeway joins Panama City with four islands: Naos, Perico, Culebra and Flamenco.

Plaza de la Independencia, Calle 5a Este.

• Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Nationals and Residents from $2.50 to $5.00
• Non-Residents from $5.00 to $15.00

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Our Distinctive A+R Style

• So many great experiences await... Transiting the Canal, meeting indigenous villagers in the rainforest, and touring the historic capital are just three.
• Marvel at the huge ships and freighters as you cruise the Canal all the way from sea to sea.
• Immerse in history and culture with our expert guide – from Casco Antiguo’s World Heritage architecture to the Colonial forts of Portobelo.
• Learn about America’s involvement with the Canal, from its construction to the vital role our military played in its protection.
• Venture by dugout canoe to vist an Emberá village – and learn the ways of one of Panama’s most unique indigenous groups.
• Dine at a traditional countryside restaurant popular with families for its farm-to-table fare.
• With 8 nights lodging; 17 meals with wine at dinner; comprehensive sightseeing; full Canal transit; rainforest excursions; all transfers; and all gratuities except for your trip leader.

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Welcome to Panama City

The Bristol - Panama City, Panama

Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted to the 5-star Bristol Hotel . After checking in, the balance of this day is at leisure to relax, enjoy and explore as you wish.

History of the Panama Canal

After breakfast, a full day of guided exploration begins at the Miraflores Locks where you can marvel at the site of ships and freighters entering the Panama Canal. A talk at the Panama Canal Authority delves into the dramatic history of the Canal. Afterwards, you can take some time to peruse exhibits that further explore the past, present and future of this engineering marvel. Then visit Memorial Hill, the only American cemetery in Latin America, and tour the historic Canal Administration Building; opened in 1914, its grand lobby is embellished with impressive murals that vividly tell the story of the Canal’s construction. Your sightseeing ends with a guided stroll along the charming cobblestone streets of Casco Antiguo c . Tracing its history to 1673 and filled with splendid Colonial architecture, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is today one of Panama City’s liveliest districts, home to cafes, bars, restaurants and boutiques. This evening, raise a glass of wine with your fellow travelers and enjoy a congenial welcome dinner.  Meals B+L+D

Through the Canal from the Pacific to the Atlantic

Gamboa Rainforest Resort - Canal Zone, Panama

Today’s complete transit of the Panama Canal begins from the Flamenco Marina. Enjoy the skyline view of the capital from the Bay of Panama before passing under the Bridge of the Americas to enter the Canal. Transiting through the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel Locks here on the Pacific side of the Canal will raise our sightseeing vessel nearly 90 feet in three distinct steps. From here, we’ll cruise through the Culebra Cut that was excavated to create this passage through the Continental Divide. Reaching the Atlantic side of the Canal, you’ll descend 85 feet through the Gatun Locks and continue to port where you’ll disembark. Then we’ll take you to the Gamboa Rainforest Reserve where riverview balcony rooms have been reserved for our guests.  Meals B+L

Gatun Lake Nature Expedition

After breakfast, you’ll join our expert naturalist for a guided boat excursion on to the calm waters of Gatun Lake. Venturing close to some of Gatun’s many lush and uninhabited islands, you’ll have a chance to learn about this unique eco-system; created during the construction of the Canal, it’s the second largest artificial lake on the planet. With sharp-eyes, this enriching excursion offers a chance to observe some of the region’s indigenous species including exotic tropical birds, crocodiles, caimans, sloths, and families of capuchin, howler and white-face monkeys.   Back at Gamboa, you’ll visit the resort’s ecological exhibits. Native orchids, colorful butterflies and rare frogs are among the flora and fauna that you will see and learn about. At the Sloth Sanctuary, you’ll gain insight into the work being done by the Pan American Conservation Association to protect this amazing creature. After your guided touring, the balance of this day is at leisure for you to enjoy the pristine rainforest setting and amenities of our resort.  Meals B

Through the Forest to an Emberá Village

Today’s adventure begins with a scenic one hour drive to the edge of Gatun River where Emberá villagers will meet you with their dugout canoes. Traveling silently up the Gamboa River and deeper into the forest offers a chance to spot herons, egrets and ospreys. With a bit of luck and sharp eyes, you might also see toucans, otters and sloths. Stepping ashore in their village, you’ll have time to explore the community, with your guide on-hand to offer information and insight.   As you engage with the villagers, you’ll learn first-hand about their cultural traditions, cuisine and language – much of which can be traced to ancestors who migrated from Colombia’s Chocó region in the late 1700’s. Informal presentations will deepen your insight into their daily life, tribal history and enduring ways – from their shamanic rites to dance and music. After lunch with the villagers, you might join a tribal elder for a nature walk to learn about their medicinal use of indigenous rainforest plants. This evening, sit down to an à la carte dinner with wine at the Chagres River View Restaurant .  Meals B+L+D

Historic Portobelo + Our Pacific Resort

Westin Hotel - Playa Bonita, Panama

Bid goodbye to the rainforest and wind your way through the tropical forest alongside the Canal, where you’ll catch superb views of the Canal and its ship traffic.  Visit the Panama Canal Expansion Center where, from the Observation Deck 164 feet above ground, you’ll have an enthralling view of the recently-expanded Canal. Opened to traffic in 2016, this new waterway and third set of locks literally doubled the capacity of the Panama Canal, which can now accommodate massive ships up to 1,400 feet long and 180 feet wide. After a Caribbean lunch, you’ll explore Portobelo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its wealth of history and the ruins of Colonial-era fortifications, many with their ancient cannons still in battle-ready position. You’ll also visit the 17th-century Customs House and see the revered Cristo Negro statue which appeared mysteriously in Portobelo in the mid 1600’s. After sightseeing, we’ll take you to our deluxe Pacific beach resort where oceanview rooms have been reserved for A+R guests.  Meals B+L

The Many Facets of Panama City

A full day of guided exploration begins on the city’s efficient and modern Metro, a great way to experience daily life. Touring the Afro-Antillean Museum, you’ll find well-curated exhibits that tell the story of the nation’s West Indian community, including their historic role in building the Panama Railroad and Canal. Not far away, you’ll also visit El Carmen Church, built in Neo-Gothic style and revered as one of the city’s most beautiful churches. At the BioDiversity Museum, designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, you’ll learn how Panama’s vital role as a land bridge between North and South America has impacted biodiversity and human life on both Continents.   Then join city residents shopping at the lively fish market and visit with one of the vendors, pausing to sample some ceviche and local beer. For lunch, we’ll take you to a local restaurant where traditional Panamanian dishes are prepared and served with gastronomic flair. The day’s sightseeing ends with a tour through the archaeological ruins at Panama Viejo c . Founded in 1519, this was the earliest European settlement on the Pacific coast of the Americas. Return to our deluxe Pacific resort in the late afternoon where the evening is free to enjoy and dine as you wish.  Meals B+L

A Day in the Countryside

Another genuine experience of daily Panamanian life is yours this morning as you step aboard one of the region’s Diablos Rojos – buses that have been custom painted with colorful, often narrative murals. It’s a popular and fun way to get around! Then we’ll take you into the lofty hills of Altos de Campana National Park. Founded in 1966 as Panama’s first national park, it’s only an hour’s drive from the capital; but for all of its natural beauty and appeal, it remains relatively unknown by most travelers and even among some Panamanians. Surrounded by cool rolling mountains that descend to the Pacific Ocean, you’ll travel all the way to one of the Park’s highest points for sweeping views of the Canal Basin and Chame Point with its groves of mangrove forest. Altos de Campana is home to a variety of exotic birds like the orange-bellied trogon and white-tailed hawk, making this Park a great destination for bird watchers.   At a nearby orchid farm, you’ll learn about their cultivation of these delicate plants and sample some of the tropical fruits that are also grown here. For lunch we’ll take you to a popular local fonda ; these typical countryside restaurants are known for their fine farm-to-table Panamanian food – and chilled local beer! Back at the Westin resort, you’ll have time to relax or even go for a swim before freshening up for this evening’s Farewell Dinner. Enjoy the fine cuisine of our 5-star resort and toast your fellow travelers with a glass of wine.  Meals B+L+D

Adios, Playa Bonita

After breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward flight.  Meals B

Extend Your Trip

Travel on to costa rica.

5 Day Extension from $2,199

Discover Costa Rica’s natural wonders on our unique post-Panama adventure. We include terrific hotels, all on-tour transportation, and guided expeditions in small congenial groups.

We include your flight to San Jose, Costa Rica

After breakfast, at the Westin Playa Bonita Resort , you’ll be escorted to the airport in Panama City for your included flight to Costa Rica. On arrival in San Jose, a scenic transfer takes you into the heart of the picturesque Central Highlands where you’ll check in to the Villa Blanca Cloud Forest Hotel . A+R guests enjoy Deluxe Casita accommodations with a fireplace, garden porch or terrace, and free high-speed Internet. With our expert naturalist, this evening’s Cloud Forest Night Tour offers a unique opportunity to observe, hear, and learn about the nocturnal side of this mountain eco-system.  Meals B

The Cloud Forest by Day + Arenal

The unique and precious biosphere of the mountain cloud forest comprises less than 5% of the world’s remaining forests and woodlands, but its diversity of flora and fauna is remarkable. Setting out after breakfast, this morning’s Cloud Forest Tour will take you into the 2,000-acre Los Angeles Cloud Forest Private Biological Reserve. Designed to complement last night’s expedition, this morning’s expertly guided tour reveals other facets of this amazing eco-system. After the tour, you’ll check out from the hotel for the scenic drive to Arenal. With Costa Rica’s largest network of naturally-flowing hot springs, the 900 lush acres of Tabacon are the backdrop for your 3-night stay at the outstanding Tabacon Grand Thermal Resort & Spa .  Meals B

Sights + Flavors of the Countryside

After breakfast, our unique Farm-to-Table Tour offers a rare opportunity to spend time on an organic farm. The experience begins with a sampling of the farm’s fresh tropical fruits and a cup of Costa Rican coffee. After an introduction to the history and operation of the farm, you’ll set out into the fields with our engaging guide to see the large variety of fruits, vegetables and spices that are cultivated here. Depending upon the season, you might be invited to join in the planting or harvesting of the many crops which include peanuts, cacao, turmeric and cinnamon. A tour of the greenhouse and a walk to see the farm’s resident sloth family is followed by a delicious farm-to-table luncheon prepared by the team of local chefs. Back at the Tabacon Resort , your afternoon and evening are free to enjoy the lush landscaped grounds and private geo-thermal springs of our 5-star resort.  Meals B+L

Pena Blancas River Float

With our experienced river guide to paddle and guide your raft down a gently flowing stretch of the Peñas Blancas, this 4-hour adventure is perfect for travelers who want to relax and enjoy the experience. The scenery is breathtaking and riverbanks are home to diverse wildlife like Howler monkeys, river otters, crocodiles and a variety of tropical birds including osprey, heron and kingfisher. After lunch, we’ll drive you back to the  Tabacon Resort  where the rest of your late afternoon and evening are at leisure to enjoy the resort’s amenities and geo-thermal hot springs.  Meals B+L

Depart Costa Rica

After breakfast, we’ll take you back to the airport in San Jose.  Meals B

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Tour del canal de Panamá

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• Recogida en el hotel

En este tour, descubriremos las esclusas de Miraflores y observaremos el funcionamiento del canal de Panamá , una de las obras de ingeniería más espectaculares jamás realizadas por el ser humano.

A la hora que elijáis, pasaremos a recogeros por vuestro hotel de Ciudad de Panamá y pondremos rumbo al canal de Panamá . Tras un viaje de 20 minutos, llegaremos a  Miraflores .

Las esclusas de Miraflores son la última sección del canal de Panamá  antes de alcanzar el océano Pacífico. En ellas, los barcos bajan o suben, si van hacia el Atlántico, 16 metros para ponerse al nivel del océano.

Asistiremos al  paso de barcos por las esclusas  y conoceremos el funcionamiento de las compuertas. Este proceso  lleva alrededor de 30 minutos y se repite decenas de veces cada día .

Seguidamente, os dejaremos  tiempo libre para recorrer el Centro de Visitantes del canal  y descubrir la historia de su construcción. ¿Sabíais que el canal de Panamá fue la obra de ingeniería más grande del mundo  hasta los años treinta del siglo XX ¡No pararéis de aprender!

Finalizaremos el tour dejándoos en vuestro hotel tres horas después de la recogida. 

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How to Visit Panama Canal: Everything You Need to Know

One of the must-see places and the best things to do in Panama City is visiting the Panama Canal, one of the world's greatest engineering marvels. Here's our travel guide on how to visit the Panama Canal either independently by public transport or with a tour.

The logical association when you hear the word Panama is probably the Panama Canal.

No matter you've never planned on visiting Panama, and no matter you do not know anything about the country, the Panama Canal is a famous notion. Even when you think the technical landmark is so far away, and it does not have anything to do with you, you might be wrong.

The Panama Canal is roughly speaking the short cut between the Pacific and the Atlantic Ocean, and if you from time to time buy something from overseas, or if you eat exotic fruit back at home, chances are these items were shipped via this canal.

The Canal is one of the best man-made industrial feats of the 20th century, the result of engineering brilliance and one of the most significant accomplishments in our modern history.

And although we are usually not into visiting technical attractions, we could not miss this world's wonder when we arrived in Panama City, where we not only could watch how it works, but we could also pay tribute to all the workers who died during the construction.

We visited the Panama Canal from Panama City independently by public transport, and we traveled to the most popular and the nearest place from where it is possible to see the ships and the canal, Miraflores Locks.

Here is our guide on how to get to the Panama Canal on own without a tour.

A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PANAMA CANAL

The idea to create a passageway via Panama between the Pacific and the Atlantic Ocean is pretty old.

At the beginning of the 16th century the Spanish explorer Vasco Nunez de Balboa first crossed the isthmus and saw the immense potential the canal could have for ship transport, but at that time it was not impossible to build it, especially because constructing the canal is technologically advanced.

In the late 19th century French people tried to build the canal but were facing many difficulties like financing the project, political corruption either in Panama and France.

Moreover, they were dealing with the rough landscape, and last but not least the project suffered heavy personal losses as many workers died due to tropical diseases such as yellow fever.

French were not able to complete the project, so the United States took over, and it was officially opened in 1914.

During years, the Panama Canal was a sensitive topic for Panamanians.

Not only thousands of them died altogether with foreign workers while working on the construction, but also the canal was administered by the USA until 1999, only then was the Panama Canal fully given to Panama's hands.

HOW THE PANAMA CANAL WORKS

Simply put, the Panama Canal works thanks to the system of three locks.

The system is very similar for every ship entering the Canal - it can be a small ship (although passing the Panama Canal is insanely expensive, so it is usually used by big vessels) or a ship carrying thousands of passengers or large cargo.

A ship enters the lock, later the lock closes, and vaults are open to fill up the chamber with water.

It takes approximately 8 minutes to fill the chamber and to elevate the ship.

Thanks to it the ship rises to the water level of the next lock and can safely pass through. It takes approximately eight to ten hours to get from one ocean to another.

When in the locks, the boat captain must relinquish control to one of Panama Canal's pilots.

WHERE IS IT POSSIBLE TO SEE THE PANAMA CANAL

The Panama Canal is 80 kilometers long, and of course, it is not possible to see the whole stretch, not mentioning that it would not have been that entertaining.

Generally, there are three main places where to see the Panama Canal - Miraflores Locks, Gatun Locks, and Pedro Miguel Locks.

These are the places where you can watch how the system works, and the way how's the ship either lowered or elevated.

The most popular place to visit for watching the Panama Canal is Miraflores Locks - the center is closest to Panama City, and you can also visit here museum and see a film.

Pedro Miguel Locks are the least visited, as you can see the locks only from the highway, thus the least impressive.

Gatun Locks are 80 kilometers from Panama city in Colon, a city which has a questionable reputation because of the safety, but if you are traveling only to see the canal and back to the capital without much wandering around, you should be fine.

TRAVELING INDEPENDENTLY VS TRAVELING WITH A TOUR

We decided to visit independently Miraflores Locks, the closest place for watching the canal to Panama City.

We found the journey from the city center simple enough and did not have a feeling we need to take a tour with a guide as everything was pretty much explained in the museum.

However, if you want to be picked up in your hotel and not to get around Panama City by public transport, you can reserve this Panama Canal Tour .

Also, if you are looking for a more exceptional experience, there is an option to book a Panama Canal Ship Cruise which includes the sailing the Panama Canal.

HOW TO GET FROM PANAMA CITY TO THE PANAMA CANAL (MIRAFLORES LOCKS) INDEPENDENTLY

Getting to the Panama Canal on own is fairly easy. Unless you want to take a taxi (regular cab or Uber normally cost between $10 - $15 one way), or unless you have a rental car , there is a public bus going from Panama City directly to Miraflores Locks.

To use public transport in Panama City, you need to buy a rechargeable plastic card for $3, and charge it. One ride in the city costs only $0.25.

First, you need to get to the main bus terminal Albrook Station.

We were staying in the city center, so we took the metro, but it seemed that every single bus is eventually heading to Albrook bus terminal, in case you do not have a metro entrance nearby your hotel.

On Albrook station you need to find a bus going to either Paraiso or Gamboa.

It is better to ask around, but the bus was waiting on the ground floor on the left side to the bridge we had to cross from the metro to the bus terminal, and it stopped in the lane closest to the bus terminal building.

In case you will have hard times to find it, the staff is happy to help.

The bus dropped us off in front of the visitors center, and when we wanted to get back to Panama City, we only had to wait a couple of minutes at the same place.

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WHAT TO DO IN MIRAFLORES LOCKS CENTER

Once you buy a ticket, you can enter the visitors center, where are several things to do.

The highlight is undoubtedly the viewing platform. Ask at the information center what time will be the next ship going through Miraflores Locks, and plan your time accordingly. You can either go to the platform straight away to find the best place for watching, or you can go to the museum, cinema or restaurant.

Well, we recommend you to avoid the restaurant on site as it is overpriced, rather bring your snack.

The four-floor museum is interesting. You can learn how the Panama Canal works, you can read more about history, the technical side of the canal and about people who were behind the construction. Do not forget to go to the cinema, to watch a 20 minutes long film about the Panama Canal.

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ENTRANCE FEE FOR VISITING MIRAFLORES LOCKS

Honestly, we found the admission to the Miraflores Center pretty expensive.

The price has increased recently, and nowadays, foreign visitors must pay $20 for one ticket. Visiting Panama Canal is definitely not a budget-friendly thing to do in Panama, but on the other hand, it is an exceptional attraction not to be seen anywhere else in the world.

WHEN TO VISIT THE PANAMA CANAL

Although the visitor center in Miraflores Locks is open almost all day, from 8 AM to 5 PM, the best way how to enjoy your visit is to find out the exact times when the ships are passing by, because when the lock is empty the sight is not that entertaining.

Usually, this place on the Panama Canal is at its busiest between 9 AM to 11 AM and then after 3 PM, so try to schedule your trip accordingly. For the exact times, do not hesitate to contact the visitor center directly.

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SafetyWing is affordable travel insurance for backpackers, long-term travelers, and digital nomads.

Travel smarter and safer!

WHERE TO STAY IN PANAMA CITY

The most popular and also convenient place to stay in Panama City is within the historical center of Panama Viejo or in one of the modern chain hotels offering the sea view. If you are looking for something cheaper, look for a room in other areas.

Budget | Hotel Valencia - This budget-friendly hotel is located within walking distance to the historic center, metro station, and bus station. Staff is friendly, and the place is safe. We spent our stay there and can recommend it to all budget travelers.

Mid-range | Tryp by Wyndham Panama Centro - Beautifully appointed and air-conditioned rooms close to the city center offers the best value in Panama City. Among the best features belong outdoor pool, fitness center, and rooftop view.

Luxury | Hard Rock Hotel Panama Megapolis - A stylish accommodation overlooking the city and oceanfront has everything you might think of including spa, sauna and steam bath.

Travel Resources

Here you can find links to all the travel resources we use and which you might find helpful when planning your next holiday.

Accommodation : When looking for accommodation, we usually search hotels via Booking.com or Hostelworld .

Tours : Although we love to travel independently, some places are better to visit with a guided tour.

We prefer GetYourGuide for its easy-to-use interface and solid reputation. Another great alternative is Viator .

Rental Cars : When going on a road trip, we always use Rentalcars.com , a reliable site for booking a rental car in advance.

Flight Tickets : When looking for flight tickets, you can search Skyscanner to find the best price.

Travel Insurance : World Nomads and SafetyWing cover against risks of travel.

SEA BREEZE CHAMPAGNE ADVENTURE

PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT TOUR

YACHT RENTALS

We have built a long trajectory that started in Lake Tahoe, USA, and has been strengthened for over 25 years in Panama. We leverage all our experience to provide our customers with the service they deserve.

Panama Yacht Adventures, S.A. is a maritime tourism company offering integrated services that provide qualified and responsible advice to our customers for their trips on all our vessels.

Panama Yacht Adventures, S.A. positions itself as the leading company in the maritime tourism sector, focused on offering unforgettable recreational activities and events.

BERTRAM 39′

Maximum capacity: 12 guests on board.

It features a complete air-conditioned living room, bedroom, bathroom, flying bridge, sound system, fishing equipment, BBQ equipment, floating pools, and snorkeling gear.

Destinations:

• Taboga Island – $1,750.00
• Las Perlas Archipelago – $2,600.00

DEFENDER 61’

Maximum capacity: 30 guests on board.

It is a spacious vessel, with two bathrooms, air-conditioned lounge, social area on the upper part of the boat, and a large deck on the lower part, making it ideal for dancing and enjoying with friends or family.

• Panama Bay (4 horas) – $1,700.00
• Taboga Island (8 horas) – $2,500.00

GRADY WHITE

Maximum capacity: 8 guests on board.

It features a bathroom, living room on the lower and upper deck, BBQ equipment, and fishing gear.

• Taboga Island (8 horas) – $1,500.00
• Las Perlas Archipelago (8 horas) – $1,975.00
• Panama Bay (4 horas) – $1,350.00

Maximum Capacity: 15 guests on board

It features an air-conditioned living room, one bedroom, bathroom, fishing equipment, sound system, and BBQ equipment.

• Taboga Island (8 horas) – $2,100.00
• Las Perlas Archipelago (8 horas) – $4,250.00
• Panama Bay (4 horas) $1,600.00

FERRETTI 66’

Maximum capacity: 23 guests on board.

A luxurious vessel, which features a comfortable full air-conditioned lounge, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen, and a sound system.

• Panama Bay: $3,500.00
• Taboga Island: $3,800.00
• Las Perlas Archipelago: $7,500.00

OCEAN PRO 31

A sports boat, equipped with a high-tech Volvo Penta 300HP engine and a dynamic duo-prop outdrive, which provide great stability and safety.

• Sea Breeze (PYA)

HATTERAS 45′

Maximum capacity: 6 guests on board.

Enjoy the thrill of sport fishing in the crystal-clear waters of Coiba and Piñas aboard our Hatteras and Defender vessels!

TRIPLE DECKER

Maximum capacity:250  guests on board.

• Panama Bay (4 horas) – $6,000.00

PANAMA CANAL SHIP AGENCY

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Navegando por el Canal de Panamá!!!

Descripción

Navegue por el Canal de Panamá y viva la experiencia de ingresar a las esclusas del Canal a través de la apertura de sus enormes compuertas. El tour tiene una duración de 4 horas y 30 minutos aproximadamente, saliendo de Amador.

Paseo por la Bahía de Panamá

A unique experience navigating the city!!!

Enjoy an incredible experience during our Panama Bay tour. One of the most fun activities you can have while in Panama City.

Eventos Privados Y Corporativos

Canal & Bay Tours tiene un largo trayecto con eventos corporativos y privados. Cada actividad es cuidadosamente organizada para asegurarnos de que se cumplan con su evento soñado, con nuestro servicio personalizado exclusivamente para atender y satisfacer sus deseos solicitados, a través de nuestro personal altamente calificado y entrenado.

Elije lo mejor

¿porqué nosotros.

Somos la empresa líder y pioneros en realizar Tours por el Canal de Panamá, con una amplia experiencia desde el año 2003, ofreciendo paquetes turísticos y eventos corporativos e individuales por el Canal de Panamá y la bahía de Panamá.

Embarcaciones

Amplias embarcaciones certificadas por la Autoridad Marítima de Panamá.

Paquetes turísticos

-Tour por el canal -Tour por la bahía

C&B garantiza altos estándares de calidad, seguridad y bioseguridad

Eventos coorporativos y privados

- Lanzamiento de marca - Bodas - Cumpleaños

• Balsas Salvavidas
• 2 Plantas Amplias

Nuestra embarcación TUIRA II, construida por Willey Manufacturing Co. en USA, ofrece y cumple con todos los estándares de seguridad y bioseguridad requeridos para su travesía y el máximo confort para que viva una experiencia inolvidable durante el Canal de Panamá, la Bahía de la ciudad o donde quieras viajar, ideal para paseos turísticos, eventos corporativos y privados.

Navegando por Panamá!!!

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City Tour Panamá desde el Aeropuerto

Somos los creadores del tour escala en panamá.

¿Tiene una escala en Panamá?. Nuestro tour escala en Panamá le lleva a la ciudad y al Canal . No se quede en el aeropuerto, conozca la ciudad y el Canal con nosotros. 

Tenemos dos recorridos, el primero nuestro City Tour Panamá y Canal con una duración de 4-5 horas aproximadamente. El segundo Ciudad de Panamá Día Completo es para escalas más largas de 8 horas aproximadamente. Las horas son adaptadas dependiendo de su disponibilidad de tiempo. 

El aeropuerto Internacional de Tocumen (PTY) , es la puerta de entrada a la ciudad de Panamá y del país, es el aeropuerto más transitado de América Latina; por lo tanto es el punto de conexión hacia múltiples destinos; es por eso que en  Panama Canal Tours hemos diseñado las más sofisticadas giras pensadas para aquellos viajeros con e scala en Panamá. 

No te aburras esperando tu siguiente vuelo, contáctenos y con gusto te recogemos en el Aeropuerto de Tocumen para que vivas Panamá. Estos recorridos también aplican para los aeropuertos de Howard y Albrook.  

Porqué elegirnos para su Tour con Escala en Panamá.

No acepte imitaciones que no le llevarán a descubrir nuestro bello Panamá, somos los creadores del  Tour Escala en Panamá ; si usted tiene una espera de 5 horas o más en el Aeropuerto Internacional de Tocumen y desea conocer la bellísima ciudad de Panamá, visitar además el Canal de Panamá, el Museo de la Biodiversidad de Frank Gehry  en donde descubrirás como Panamá cambió al mundo esta es tu oportunidad. 

Nuestros guías/conductores profesionales le llevarán a recorrer la ciudad de Panamá y a conocer sitios que se salen de los recorridos tradicionales.

Nosotros vamos más allá, no vendemos un simple tour; usted quedará con ganas de volver a Panamá y conquistarla. Repetimos “Nosotros vamos más allá” , nuestros guías/conductores se salen de lo tradicional, para que usted conozca de verdad nuestra bella Panamá.

Tengo una escala en Panamá y deseo salir del aeropuerto:  Claro que sí, nosotros le enseñamos Panamá. 

¿Qué Necesita para salir del aeropuerto?

• Pasaporte con al menos 6 meses de vigencia.
• Presentar reserva de boleto de avión, donde muestre que usted tiene una escala e irá a otro destino. 2 simples requisitos, los mismos de cualquier otro país donde tenga escala y desee salir del aeropuerto. Algunos funcionarios de migración también podrían solicitarle que muestre como requisito de entrada solvencia económica, por lo general 500 dólares; solo deberá mostrarlos, o ya sea los estados de cuenta de su tarjeta de crédito sellados por su banco, este requisito es poco común, pero podrían solicitarlo. 

Encuentro en el Aeropuerto

Su guía/conductor le esperará a la salida del aeropuerto con un rótulo con su nombre, le podemos recoger en su hotel. Al final del tour le dejaremos nuevamente en el aeropuerto u hotel. 

¿Puedo llevar equipaje al tour?

Sin problemas puede traer su equipaje, estará seguro en una de nuestros vehículos, también dentro del aeropuerto encontrará un sitio seguro donde guardar su equipaje, contacte con el personal de equipaje del aeropuerto; ellos le guiarán.

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City tour panamá + canal de panamá.

El Canal de Panamá: Una maravilla de la Ingeniería y un pilar del Comercio Global

Conoce toda la historia que hay detrás del Canal de Panamá y su importancia para el comercio mundial

Por Meridiano

Desde su apertura en 1914, el Canal de Panamá ha sido mucho más que una simple vía de navegación. Esta monumental obra de ingeniería ha sido un pilar del comercio global y un testimonio del ingenio humano.

NOTAS RELACIONADAS

Servicios - Asombroso: Mira el impacto que generan las nuevas medidas implementadas en el Canal de Panamá

Virales - Estas son las nuevas regulaciones del Canal de Panamá por condiciones climáticas

Ubicado en el corazón de América Central, el canal conecta los océanos Atlántico y Pacífico, proporcionando una ruta corta para el transporte marítimo. Su importancia estratégica y económica es innegable, y su legado perdura hasta el día de hoy.

Historia del Canal de Panamá

El Canal de Panamá es el resultado de décadas de planificación y esfuerzo. Su construcción fue un proyecto monumental que implicó desafíos técnicos, políticos y humanos significativos.

Iniciado por los franceses en 1881 y completado por los Estados Unidos en 1914; el canal representa una colaboración internacional sin precedentes y un hito en la historia de la ingeniería civil.

La construcción del Canal de Panamá fue una hazaña impresionante de ingeniería. Para superar el desafío de la topografía montañosa de Panamá, se construyeron esclusas que elevan y bajan los barcos.

Además, se excavaron vastas zanjas y se construyeron represas para crear el lago Gatún, una parte vital del sistema de esclusas. Este proyecto gigantesco requirió un ejército de trabajadores de todo el mundo que contribuyeron con su mano de obra.

Impacto económico

El Canal de Panamá ha tenido un impacto transformador en el comercio global. Al proporcionar una ruta más corta entre los océanos Atlántico y Pacífico, ha reducido los costos y los tiempos de envío. Esto ha impulsado el comercio internacional, facilitando el intercambio entre continentes y contribuyendo al crecimiento económico en todo el mundo.

Modernización y expansión

En 2016, se completó una importante expansión del canal, conocida como el Proyecto de Ampliación del Canal de Panamá. Esta expansión incluyó la construcción de un nuevo conjunto de esclusas más grandes y profundas, capaces de manejar barcos de mayor tamaño. Esta modernización ha aumentado significativamente la capacidad y la eficiencia del canal, preparándolo para enfrentar los desafíos del comercio global.

A medida que el comercio mundial continúa creciendo, el Canal de Panamá sigue siendo un activo invaluable para la economía global. Su importancia estratégica y su capacidad para facilitar el comercio internacional lo convierten en una pieza fundamental del paisaje económico mundial. Con una historia rica y un futuro prometedor, el Canal de Panamá sigue siendo un símbolo de conexión y progreso.

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