Gatún Lake (Lago Gatún) Travel Information - Activities, Tour and Experiences | Apr 2025

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Gatún Lake (Lago Gatún)

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Things to do near Gatún Lake (Lago Gatún)

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Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour

This is a great tour to experience Panama nature and wildlife. Sail trough Panama Canal to reach Monkey Island in Gatun Lake, observe different species of monkeys and other animals as iguanas, turtles, cocodriles, many species of birds, etc, includes roundtrip transfer to Gamboa dock.

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Panama Canal Monkey & Wildlife Boat Safari

To start this tour, We will drive through the Soberania National Park in our way to the Town of Gamboa, during this drive we have chances to stop and see Sloths in the wild.

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Monkey and Sloth Jungle Habitat Panama Tour

Hop aboard " The PAPI " high-speed motorboat with Music through the Panama Canal. Safari on a boat the monkeys, sloths and birds during this tour with stop at Monkey Islands.

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Gatun Lake and Rain Forest Tour

Live the experience of sailing the Panama Canal through the Culebra Cut and get to know our Monkey Island where you can enjoy the transit of ships and at the same time the fauna and flora in the Panama Canal.

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Monkey Watch and Gatun Lake Wildlife Safari Tour

Join us for an extraordinary tour of Monkey Watch and Gatun Lake Wildlife, a must for any nature enthusiast! Experience the breathtaking beauty of Gatun Lake as you immerse yourself in the vibrant rainforest teeming with wildlife.

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Embera Village Waterfalls and Alajuela Lake with Lunch Included

Embark on an enchanting tour that promises a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure in the heart of the jungle. Immerse yourself in the rich culture of the indigenous Embera people, gaining insight into their captivating lifestyle.

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Guided Jungle Adventure with Gatun Lake Cruise

Get ready to be swept away by the sights and sounds of this vibrant country on a 5-hour adventure into the heart of the Panama Jungle and the Gatun Lake, part of the famous Panama Canal.

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Cruise Shore Excursion Panama: Wildlife Gatun lake

This tour is exclusive for cruise passengers. Unforgettable trip through the Gatun lake, to ride the Canal to see big boats navegating the lake after pass the Canal locks plus enjoy nature, see wildlife and find 3 kinds of monkeys.

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3 1/2 Hour Experience of Lake Gatun in Panama

Embark on a thrilling boat ride through the tranquil waters of Gatun Lake, located within the iconic Panama Canal. During the tour, you will be able to admire up close the gigantic boats that traverse the canal, while surrounding yourself with abundant local fauna, including colorful tropical birds.

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Wildlife Experience in the Panama Canal Along The Gatun Lake

Experience first hand being inside the Panama Canal while immersing yourself in its intriguing history, the day-to-day operations and the abundant wildlife all around you, while being surrounded by lush rainforest.

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WOW tour to rainforest, Native Embera village, Panama Canal

The tour is completely customizable to the right fit of each visitor where everybody can choose of a variety of options such as the possibility of hiking, ziplining, canopy, sloth observation center, bird watching.

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Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike

We stand out for 15 years of local expertise, offering personalized, authentic tours that go beyond the typical tourist spots.

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Panama Canal Eco Tour

The vast jungle area that is now the Gatun Lake was full of wildlife. As theregion was flooded, animals took refuge in the mountains that are now islands.

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Guided Monkey Island Tour and the Sloth Sanctuary Visit

Bilingual guides in both ENGLISH and SPANISHA knowledgeable guide can make all the difference!The Panama Canal Lake Experience is a unique adventure.

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Panama Canal with entrance included and Gatun Lake Boat Tour

Get to know the greatness of The Panama Canal and its operation with this interesting tour inside Miraflores Visitors Center skipping the tickets line, then enjoy the adventure of a boat tour in the largest lake in the Panama Canal and its diversity of wildlife.

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Panama Canal Jungle Boat Explorer Private Tour

Our PRIVATE tour designed to provide the ultimate experience while ensuring a deeper connection with nature and respecting the surrounding wildlife.

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Pacific to Atlantic Across The Panama Isthmus and Caribbean Locks

Explore the best of Panama in one unforgettable, all-inclusive adventure! Discover the majestic Gatun Lake, a vast artificial wonder with monkey-filled islands, followed by an up-close experience at the cutting-edge Aguas Claras Locks, where massive ships navigate the Panama Canal.

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Gatun Lake & Panama Canal Wildlife Boat Tour and Sloth Sanctuary

This tour offers the unique experience to have direct contact with the biodiversity of the Panamanian rainforest through a boat trip at Gatun Lake observing crocodiles, toucans, hawks, tourtles, butterflies, and many more, navigating at the Panama Canal next to the big vessels.

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Navigation in the Panama Canal, Gatun Lake and Sloth Sanctuary

A unique opportunity to explore the Panamanian Rainforest in a boat trip navigating in the Panama Canal observing the big vessels that cross the country.

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Wildlife boat tour at Gatun Lake and Embera Indian Village

Tour that combines nature and culture. You will observe wildlife such as 3 different species of monkeys, birds, crocodiles, etc.

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Monkeys Discovery

One true experience, is to navigate through the canal of Panama, and have a first-hand experience. At the same time discover the flora and fauna of the canal of Panama.

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Full-Day Gatun Lake and Indian Village Tour from Panama City

Small group tour of Lake Gatun and Soberania National Park, searching for wildlife and visiting an indigenous village. This is a great combo of 2 popular tours, wildlife viewing where you can see up too 3 different types of monkeys as well as a real Indian village.

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Kayaking tour in the Chagres River

Explore rowing on a kayak the beautiful Chagres River before it merges at the Gatun lake where the huge vessels and boats transit from Ocean to Ocean.

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Gatun Lake Boat Adventure from Panama City

Experience the untouched beauty of Panama's Gatun Lake, a crucial part of the Panama Canal, and immerse yourself in the natural wonders.

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Birdwatching on Boat through Gatun Lake and Chagres River

As soon as we step aboard the boat, we will set forth on an exciting adventure to explore the captivating world of water birds that inhabit Panama's stunning Gatun Lake and Chagres River.