Panama Canal Experience

About This Experience

The Panama Canal is one of the most important waterways in the world—a 50-mile channel connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans that forever changed global trade. Our half-day tour gives you an up-close look at this engineering marvel and its fascinating 100+ year history.

What You'll Experience

• Miraflores Locks: Watch massive cargo ships rise 54 feet through the lock chambers. The viewing platforms offer the best vantage points, and you'll see ships from around the world pass through just meters away.
• Visitor Center & Museum: Four floors of interactive exhibits explain how the canal works, its construction history, and its ongoing expansion. The documentary film provides excellent context.
• Amador Causeway: Built with rocks excavated during canal construction, this scenic causeway offers stunning views of the Panama City skyline and the Bridge of the Americas. We'll stop for a relaxing lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants.

What's Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off (Panama City)
• Air-conditioned transportation
• Miraflores Locks entrance fee
• Bilingual guide
• Lunch at Amador Causeway (drinks not included)

Schedule

• 8:00 AM – Hotel pickup
• 9:00 AM – Arrive at Miraflores Locks
• 11:30 AM – Depart for Amador Causeway
• 12:00 PM – Lunch with a view
• 2:00 PM – Return to hotel

Good to Know

• Best time for ship transits: 9-11 AM
• Wear comfortable walking shoes
• Bring sunscreen and a hat
• Camera recommended