Day Trips from Panama City to Colon

During this incredible Tour you will be able to observe the nature and fauna of the Panamanian Atlantic as well as a beautiful view, blue waters of the Atlantic Sea. You will be able to observe the culture of the locals and enjoy a walk with beautiful views. The Tour to Isla Grande is an experience that you will never forget.

Today your naturalist tour guide will pick up you to live a Natgeo experience in Panama, the Embera indigenous culture has been living in the jungle for hundreds of years, this community is located in the Chagres national park and the indigenous are the guardians of this jungles, they living in harmony with nature and with the eco-tourism we support them to continue his heritage to the next generations.

Join us on a 7-hour tour of the less-visited Fort San Lorenzo and the Agua Clara Locks of the Panama Canal. Your English-speaking guide will pick you up at 7:00 a.m. from your accommodation in Panama City. Travel across the impressive Third Bridge over the Panama Canal to the Caribbean side. Our first stop is the Agua Clara Locks, where you can watch enormous ships pass by, explore the visitor center, and learn how engineers expanded the canal for the new Panamax vessels. Afterward, we'll head to the new Gatun Locks Observation Deck for panoramic views of the canal in operation. Around 10:00 a.m., we'll continue to Fort San Lorenzo, arriving at 11:00 a.m. Discover the ruins and rich history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. At noon, we'll begin the return trip to Panama City, arriving at your hotel around 2:00 p.m.

Tour all included in a reduced group. Don´t pay hidden extra fees. Our tour includes transportation, entrances, taxes, boat tour, activities. On this Small group tour you will observe wildlife such as 3 different species of monkeys, birds, crocodiles, etc. You will navigate at the Panama Canal next to the big boats, a unique experience in the world, and you will visit the sloth sanctuary learning about the conservation efforts for rescuing this amazing mammals. Later, we will explore the butterfly garden where we can observe one of the most colorful butterflies in the world, the Blue Morpho butterfly and finally we will observe the Dart frog garden.

Enjoy an excursion to the port of Colón. Take in lush jungle landscapes and spot wildlife like gato solo monkeys and tropical butterflies along the scenic trip to the Atlantic coast, and then explore the historic San Lorenzo Fortress with your guide for insights into its rich history.

From Panama City, a private tour visits an Embera village in Chagres National Park. Learn about traditional dances, handicrafts, the materials used to make them, and the community’s way of life. Lunch is included before a jungle hike to a nearby waterfall for swimming.

Escape de la ciudad durante el día en esta cómoda excursión a la costa caribeña de Panamá, a solo un par de horas de la ciudad de Panamá. Visite la ciudad de Portobelo y tres hermosas islas (Isla Grande, Isla Linton e Isla Mamey), mucho más de lo que podría ver si viajara por su cuenta. Como se trata de un recorrido privado, tendrá a su guía solo para usted.

Travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during this full-day 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, home to howlers, capuchins, tamarins, and many more animals. Stop at the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center to get an overview of the canal's history through informative displays and exhibits. Explore San Lorenzo National Park and Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a picnic lunch. All activities, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels are included.

Off the usual tourist trails, this part of Panama on the Caribbean side, offers another flavor of the country.

Five line Canopy Adventure is only 45 minutes’ from Panama City and only 30 minutes from Colon Port with breathtaking views of Gatun. Go across the Gatun lake in a unique experience.

Three jewels in one trip At the Agua Clara Lock, travelers will see the modern engineering of the Canal and the passage of enormous neopanamax vessels. At the historic Gatun Locks, you will discover the original system inaugurated in 1914, still in operation, and enjoy views of Lake Gatun, the heart of the Canal. Finally, at Fuerte San Lorenzo, they will tour a 17th-century colonial fortress, a World Heritage site, with spectacular views of the Chagres River and the Caribbean Sea. This experience combines history, culture, nature, and engineering, offering unique moments to learn, explore, and capture memorable photographs. All under the experienced guidance of local, bilingual guides, certified by the Panama Tourism Authority.

the professional tour guide will show you how this beautiful tribe lives from many years ago is a unique experience

Tour Panama City and enjoy that panoramic view that offers you this beautiful city where you can take incredible pictures, live moments with family, spend it with friends, and even a trip with friends.

It will be a unique experience in the indigenous region of Embera where you live sustainably in the middle of the rainforest and have mostly resisted modernization. A visit to an Embera village offers a unique insight into a preserved way of life. Music and dance, traditional clothes and indigenous foods are part of an immersive experience, and a spectacular swim in the rainforest waterfall basin.

Dare to live an incredible experience with us! Get to know some of the most important tourist attractions in the Panamanian Caribbean.

Among the attractions of Panama City, there are its Caribbean coasts, Isla Grande is one of these significant tourist areas.

TOUR Indigenous Community. A tour that you will always remember, beautiful places, rivers of clean water where you can swim and enjoy. On the tour you will learn about the customs, food, and way of life of the indigenous people in Panama. Comfortable transportation, air conditioning, seat car insurance. Conversation about the tours. Comfortable seats for everyone. You will have a great and fun time.

One hour from Panama City, deep in Chagres National Park, an ancient rainforest holds a secret — the Emberá indigenous community, living exactly as their ancestors did for centuries. You'll reach the village by traditional canoe on the Chagres River, swim beneath a hidden waterfall, watch live dances and music, try handcrafting with the community, and enjoy an authentic Emberá lunch prepared from the jungle itself. Your certified bilingual guide adapts every moment to your pace. Pickup included from hotels, Tocumen Airport, Marcos Gelabert Airport, and Amador Port. Everything covered: round-trip transport, canoe ride, all meals (lunch + snacks + water). ✔ 5.0 stars · ✔ Small group experience · ✔ All meals included · ✔ Perfect for layovers & cruise excursions

Learn more about the diversity of Panamanian culture on this group day tour to an Embera indigenous community on the Chagres River. You’ll meet the locals and see their homes, learn about their cultural traditions like song and dance, and tour the rainforest area of the Chagres National Park. If you’re interested in handicrafts, you’ll get the chance to buy authentic pieces straight from the community.

Take a partial transit cruise on the Panama Canal and journey through the Miraflores Locks. Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering as your ship is raised up to 54 feet (16 meters), enabling Pedro Miguel's lake to fill the chambers where the vessel is locked. On this half-day trip, enjoy Panama City sights and travel along Amador Causeway during the drive from your hotel.

Discover Panama's hidden Caribbean treasures on this small-group catamaran tour, crafted with over 20 years of sailing experience. Begin with hotel pickup and a scenic journey to historic Portobelo, then sail to the turquoise mangrove lagoon of Venas Azules and vibrant coral reefs of Playa Drake for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and more. Enjoy a delicious onboard meal and exclusive access to off-the-beaten-path spots for an unforgettable escape.

The Caribbean side of Panama was frequented by pirates and Spanish conquistadors alike. Now, the history and natural beauty of this part of the country make it a compelling destination for curious travelers. On this full-day tour from Panama City, visit the port town of Portobelo (part of a region protected as a UNESCO World Heritage Site) which was built by the Spanish in 1597 and played an important role in their extraction of silver and gold from the Americas. From the dock, take a speedboat to a waiting catamaran to tour the Caribbean coast including Blue Veins Island and Drake Beach. Experience the calm clear water while snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding to appreciate mangroves, coral reefs, and reef fish.

Experience a day of adventure along Panama’s untouched Caribbean coast, accessible only by sea. With over 15 years of expertise, we’re excited to share our passion for the ocean with you. Your journey begins in historic Portobelo or from your accommodation in Panama City. A quick speedboat ride brings you to our spacious catamaran, where a brief safety orientation sets the tone for the day. Our first stop is Blue Veins. Hop into a dinghy and glide through a peaceful mangrove lagoon before stopping for a refreshing swim or a moment to relax in shallow waters. We then sail to Playa Blanca, famous for its white sand, turquoise waters, and vibrant coral reefs—perfect for swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, or paddleboarding. At 1 pm, enjoy a delicious local lunch onboard—special dietary options available. As the tours winds down, we return to Portobelo. Depending on your selected option, continue your journey on your own or enjoy a convenient drop-off at your accommodation in Panama City.