Panama Canal Tours and Tickets

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the Panama Canal and view the notable landmarks of Panama City with a knowledgeable guide. You'll drive through historical areas like Casco Viejo (Old Quarter), famous for its plazas, parks and Spanish colonial architecture. Visit Paseo Las Bóvedas and witness Miraflores, one of the Panama Canal's impressive locks, including a stop at the Miraflores Visitor Center. Choose between a half-day or full-day tour, which includes lunch and a visit to the Amador Causeway for incredible vistas over the city and canal.

HIGHLIGHTS7 nights all included packageEmbera Villages4x4, hiking, rafting, kayaking...Pristine Chagres National ParkPanama CanalPanama CanalForth San LorenzoCampingGateway: Panama CityIf you're an experienced sea kayaker looking for a trip that will test your skills and leave you satisfyingly exhausted, then you will enjoy a thorough exploration of the Chagres River in a small group of people, from beginning to end.A dam at the river's northern terminus, just before it meets the Atlantic Ocean, forms Gatun Lake, which makes up the main body of the Panama Canal. You'll hear the roar of howler monkeys from the vast jungle on your left and spot giant ships from a safe distance on your right as you paddle the length of Gatun Lake, sleeping as a guest in the huts of indigenous Embera tribes and wilderness camps along the way.

Discover Panama's rich history by rail on a full-day tour to Portobelo and Gatun Locks from Panama City. Board the iconic Trans-Isthmian Railway that links Panama's two coasts and explore the 17th-century fortifications at Portobelo. Hear stories of pirates and Spanish gold, learn the legend of Sir Francis Drake's final battle, then light a candle beside the revered Christ figure in a nearby church. Finish your day with a trip to the canal's most famous locks, where engineers held back the jungle with a towering earthen dam.

Cruise through the Panama Canal by boat for an up-close experience this important waterway. Look for wildlife on the shores of Gatun Lake, and see ships transiting through the canal. Then head to Gamboa and the Pipeline Road in Soberania National Park, and visit the Panama Rainforest Discovery Center.

Get the perfect introduction to Panama's vibrant capital with a half-day, private Panama City and Panama Canal tour with a local guide. Trace an all-star route through the city, with the flexibility to customize the day to your interests, with a focus on culture, history or shopping. Stroll the historic enclave of Casco Viejo and explore the jungles of Ancon Hill; take in the beaches and clubs on the Amador Causeway then see a century-old engineering marvel at Miraflores Locks.

Gain valuable insight into the history of Panama City during this 3-hour tour of Casco Antiguo and the Panama Canal. Get acquainted with the colonial history of the city, founded by French colonists in 1673. At the Miraflores Locks, view the gargantuan ships making their way through the Panama Canal, then visit the four exhibition halls of the Miraflores Visitors Center. All entrance fees and round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels are included.

Explore the manmade body of water at the heart of the Panama Canal on a 5-hour boat tour of Gatún Lake from Panama City. Learn how mountain peaks turned into islands when the canal was flooded, preserving unique wildlife and untouched jungle environments. Watch for monkeys, sloths and crocodiles as you cruise the shoreline, discover back channels and quiet bays, then learn about the engineering history of the canal at Miraflores Locks.

Travel through the Pedro Miguel and Miraflores locks of the Panama Canal on this 5- to 6-hour boat tour from Panama City. Experience how the locks work firsthand aboard a boat; tour includes refreshments and a buffet lunch.

Travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during this 8-hour tour of the Panama Canal. With your local guide, explore the canal by sea and on foot, viewing the ships passing through the locks and the variety of plant and animal life on the canal's shores. Explore Gatun Lake and Monkey Island, home to howlers, capuchins and tamarins. Stop at the Gatun Locks Visitor Center to get an overview of the canal's history through informative displays and exhibits. Eat a picnic lunch near the Gatun Dam before moving on to explore San Lorenzo National Park and Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the Caribbean Sea. All activities, entrance fees, lunch and round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels are included.

Enhance your experience of the Panama Canal boat trip from Panama City. After boarding your vessel, you'll travel down the entire length of the world-famous Panama Canal, passing prominent features such as Bridge of Americas and the Miraflores Locks. As you cruise, your tour guide will provide history-rich commentary and direct your attention to Guillard's Cut and Gamboa Lake. Enjoy excellent views from elevated lookout decks and opt to refresh with snacks and beverages throughout your cruise. Round-trip transport from your downtown Panama City hotel is included.

Take an in-depth look at the famous Panama Canal and the indigenous tribes of the Chagres River during this 8-hour, boat-based, eco-adventure. Cruise amidst the waterways, lakes, and islands that make up the Panama Canal stopping to observe local bird life and primates. Then meet up with residents of the Embera tribe in Parara Puru village for cultural presentations and an included lunch.

Make the most of your time in Panama City with this popular one-day tour option that hits all the highlights. Travel on the Panama Railway Canal, visit the iconic Panama Canal, enjoy a traditional dinner and tour the Causeway of Amador and Old Town on this experience that's ideal for travelers who are short on time and still want to see it all.