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Panama City Canal Tour Monkey Island Wildlife Adventure
A curious capuchin monkey peeks through the lush foliage on Monkey Island. Experience the thrill of seeing these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat on our Panama City tour.
Panama City Canal Tour Monkey Island Wildlife Adventure
A capuchin monkey explores the boat, offering a unique and memorable encounter. Join our tour for an up-close wildlife experience.
A tamarin monkey perches on a branch, showcasing the diverse primate species on Monkey Island. Explore the rich biodiversity of Gatun Lake.

Panama City Canal Tour Monkey Island Wildlife Adventure

By Bandits Adventure Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$94 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Unparalleled Wildlife Encounters:
Experience the thrill of observing Panama's diverse wildlife up close. Encounter playful monkeys, exotic birds, crocodiles, and other fascinating creatures in their natural habitats on Gatun Lake.

Expert Bilingual Guides:
Our professional guides, fluent in both English and Spanish, provide insightful commentary on the history, ecology, and significance of the Panama Canal and surrounding areas.

Comfort and Convenience:
Enjoy the ease of hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a hassle-free experience. Our comfortable boats are equipped with all necessary safety features.

Small Group Experience:
We offer small group tours for personalised attention and a more intimate connection with the environment, enhancing wildlife viewing opportunities.

Diverse Wildlife:
See three different species of monkeys, including capuchin, howler, and tamarin monkeys, along with crocodiles, iguanas, and various exotic birds.

Activity location

  • Chagres River
    • Panama, Panamá Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Carretera Gamboa 17013
    • 17013 Carretera Gamboa
    • Panamá, Provincia de Colón, Panama

Check availability

No Hotel Pickup
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

No Transport: Arrive 15 minutes before your start time to guarantee a smooth and enjoyable start to your adventure.
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$94.16 x 1 AdultAU$94.16
Total
Price is AU$94.16
Until Mon, 30 Sept
Panama City Hotel Pickup
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Return Panama City: 60 minutes before your start time, we will pick you up to guarantee a smooth start to your adventure.
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$123.13 x 1 AdultAU$123.13
Total
Price is AU$123.13
Until Mon, 30 Sept
Playa Bonita Hotel Pickup
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Return Playa Bonita: 80 minutes before your start time, we will pick you up to guarantee a smooth start to your adventure.
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$137.62 x 1 AdultAU$137.62
Total
Price is AU$137.62
Until Mon, 30 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWildlife viewing opportunities
  • What's includedWhat's includedFruit to Feed the Monkey by hand
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional Guide who speak English or Spanish
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn Hotel Pickup in Panama City & Playa Bonita
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide for Panama Canal, Chagres River & Gatun Lake
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWaters & Snacks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPersonal Expenses

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Chagres River
  • 1h
The tour begins at the historic Chagres River, a vital waterway feeding the Panama Canal. Visitors will learn about its significance in Panama's ecosystem and canal operations. The riverbank offers excellent opportunities for wildlife spotting, including various bird species and potentially sloths or iguanas. This stop provides a perfect introduction to Panama's lush biodiversity and sets the stage for the upcoming boat ride.
Parque Nacional Chagres (Pass by)
As you pass by Chagres National Park, you'll witness the expansive protected area that safeguards the Panama Canal's watershed. This park is crucial for maintaining the canal's water supply and preserving Panama's rich biodiversity. Travellers will get a glimpse of the dense rainforest that characterises this region, home to numerous species of flora and fauna.
Gamboa (Pass by)
Passing through Gamboa, a small town at the crossroads of the Chagres River and the Panama Canal, offers a unique view of where human settlement meets pristine nature. This area is known for its ecological research station and serves as a gateway to the canal's wildlife areas.
Gatun Lake
  • 1h
The heart of the Monkey Island experience, Gatun Lake is an artificial lake created to operate the Panama Canal locks. It's here that visitors will embark on a boat tour to observe diverse wildlife, including the tour's namesake monkeys. The lake's islands, formed when the valley was flooded, now serve as sanctuaries for various animal species.
Panama Canal
  • 1h
Witnessing the Panama Canal in operation is a highlight of the tour. Visitors will see massive cargo ships navigating this engineering marvel, learning about its history, operation, and global importance. The juxtaposition of industrial maritime activity with the surrounding jungle creates a unique spectacle.
Soberania National Park (Pass by)
Passing by Soberania National Park showcases one of the most accessible tropical rainforests in Panama. This park is renowned for its biodiversity, hosting over 500 bird species and numerous mammals. It provides context for the rich ecosystem surrounding the canal area.
Centennial Bridge (Pass by)
The tour concludes with a view of the impressive Centennial Bridge, a modern architectural marvel spanning the Panama Canal. This bridge, vital for Pan-American Highway traffic, offers a final perspective on how Panama's natural beauty intertwines with its role in global commerce and transport.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESChagres River
    • Panama, Panamá Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLECarretera Gamboa 17013
    • 17013 Carretera Gamboa
    • Panamá, Provincia de Colón, Panama

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