Top Panama Day Trips

Escape Panama City on the newest and largest catamaran for a day of boating, swimming and dancing. During this 6-hour tour, you will swim on a beautiful virgin bay, visit the beach and the Island Village. Onboard the catamaran, enjoy sundecks, shaded areas, music, animation, morning snacks, lunch, and an open bar. This 6-hour tour is the perfect choice to avoid the afternoon tropical weather and have enough time for night plans.

Join our Zapatilla Island Tour and experience the best of Bocas del Toro in one unforgettable day. Glide across turquoise waters as playful dolphins guide you toward Bahia Honda, where sloths rest lazily in the mangroves. Stop at Hollywood Cove to spot colorful starfish, then snorkel among vibrant coral gardens at Cayo Coral, surrounded by hundreds of tropical fish. Continue to the pristine Zapatilla Cays—two uninhabited islands of powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters. Wander the lush walking trail through tropical forest, relax beneath palm trees, or swim in the calm lagoon. From March to September, you may even spot sea turtles nesting on the beach. Enjoy a freshly prepared Caribbean lunch at a waterfront restaurant before returning via the famous Starfish “Hollywood” Pool. This Zapatilla Island Tour is the perfect combination of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty—an essential Bocas del Toro experience.

First-time visitors to Panama City who want an interesting overview will enjoy this day tour. Check out the beautiful colonial-era architecture of the old town, see how the incredible locks of the Panama Canal work, and drive along the Amador Causeway for great city and sea views. Hotel pickup is included for added convenience. As the tour lasts about five hours, you’ll have time to freshen up and enjoy the evening after.

Encountering traditional Embera communities in Chagres National Park is a memorable part of exploring Panama, but visiting the park on your own can be tricky. On this day tour you cruise a jungle river, hike to a waterfall, and see a performance of traditional song and dance, with a traditional lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Panama City included.

Take a break from Panama City and head to the Caribbean coast of Panama, to the beautiful San Blas Islands. Traveling by boat, check out a shipwreck and natural swimming pool, and enjoy the tropical scenery and atmosphere. Your tour includes activities—kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and more—and round-trip road and boat transport, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Refuel with a tasty included lunch, too, such as fresh fish and rice.

Make the most of your time in Panama City on a tour that combines 3 experiences in one excursion. Keep your eyes peeled for monkeys, sloths, and more on a motorboat ride through the Panama Canal. Walk through the jungle and hang from the vines like Tarzan. You'll also get to sample traditional snacks, including empanadas and fresh pineapple. The tour operates in all weather conditions, with ponchos provided if it rains.

The tour to the Emberá indigenous community begins with hotel pick-up, followed by a scenic drive to Chagres National Park. Upon arrival, guests board a traditional canoe and travel along the river, surrounded by lush rainforest and native wildlife, following the same route the Emberá people have used for generations. In the Emberá Tusipono village, visitors are warmly welcomed and learn about the community’s history, traditions, daily life, and handcrafted art. A traditional lunch prepared by the community is served in the village. The experience also includes a visit to a beautiful jungle waterfall, where you can enjoy a refreshing swim in its clear waters and relax in nature. Important – What to Bring: *Change of clothes *Towel *Water shoes *Biodegradable insect repellent *Hat for sun protection These items will help ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout the day.

One of the best reasons to visit Colon and its beauties is the enigmatic nature of the site, its culture, its history of more than 500 years and the authenticity of the place and the beauty of its colors.

Get up close to Panama’s wealth of wildlife on this boat tour of Lake Gatun. Spot monkeys—such as howlers, white-faced capuchins, and tamarins—in their natural habitat, and look out for sloths, anteaters, crocodiles, capybaras, manatees, and a variety of exotic birds. Cruise through this immersive setting with a guide, and benefit from included hotel pickup and drop-off, too.

Taboga Island is the best option to go to the beach from Panama City. Take advantage of the super pleasant navigation of a maxi catamaran, lying on the nets or sitting protected from the sun, with a musical atmosphere and a cool drink. Enjoy the sea and the beach of Taboga Island. Visit a typical Panamanian fishing village. You just have to bring your towel and personal effects, everything else is included!

Combine a highlights tour of Panama City with a visit to the Miraflores Locks on this guided excursion. With a guide to provide transportation and insightful commentary, make stops at Casco Viejo, Miraflores Locks, Amador Causeway and Bridge of the Americas. Opt for a small group tour limited to nine other travelers or upgrade for undivided attention on a private tour.

Travelers short on time in Panama can experience the highlights of the beautiful San Blas Islands on an easy day trip from Panama City. Start early to reach the islands in good time. Travel by boat out to tropical islands with white-sand beaches and warm waters. Swim and snorkel in the ocean and in the shallow natural swimming pools offshore. Refuel with a freshly cooked lunch of fish or chicken.

Travelers interested in culture and nature will love getting out of Panama City for the day. With a guide and small group (max. 6) you’ll visit an indigenous Embera village, where you’ll meet the local people and learn all about their way of life. Take a canoe tour along a river surrounded by rainforest and look out for a wide variety of plants, birds, and animals.

Cruise the Panama Canal to Gatun Lake on a nature tour from Panama City that includes round-trip transport from central Panama City and time to explore Gatun’s wildlife-rich shoreline by boat. Visit jungle islands that were cut off from mainland Panama by the construction of the canal, which protect a thriving population of monkeys, birds, crocodiles, and mammals.

Nature and wildlife-loving travelers will enjoy this full-day small-group tour on Gatun Lake with a nature walk in the Soberania National Park. You’ll cruise along the Panama Canal to Gatun Lake, learning about the local biodiversity from your naturalist guide. Look out for monkeys, crocodiles, sloths, and more. Enter the national park on foot and encounter more diverse species along the way.

The cruise port of Colon is the gateway to Panama City and the Panama Canal, and this shore excursion takes in all the highlights. Travel to Panama City across the famous Centennial bridge and enjoy spectacular views of the historic Panama Canal from the Miraflores Lock. Afterwards, discover the two contrasting sides of Panama’s capital as you explore the atmospheric Old Town of San Felipe then drive beneath the modern skyscrapers of Balboa avenue.

Discover the wonders of the Panama Canal and learn about its operation on this private tour. Delve into the fascinating history and operations of this engineering marvel at the Miraflores Visitor Center. Then, venture to Gatun Lake for a boat tour, where you'll witness ships navigating the canal's locks and encounter diverse wildlife amidst the lush rainforest of Soberania National Park.

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.

This full day tour is the best way to discover Panama City. We will visit all highlights and sights Panama City has to offer.

Embark on an extraordinary journey to Colón, the enchanting hidden gem of Panama’s Caribbean coast! This captivating city tour invites you to dive deep into Colón’s rich tapestry of history, where a vibrant blend of cultures comes alive under the influence of the Caribbean. Delight your palate with mouthwatering cuisine and experience the warm hospitality of its friendly residents. As a bustling maritime city, Colón boasts stunning landmarks that tell the story of this remarkable place—the first city built entirely by the United States. Prepare to be charmed and inspired by every moment of your visit!

Take the stress out of airport arrival or departure with this private transfer between Tocumen International Airport and downtown Panama City, Panama. Your driver meets you at the airport with a private air-conditioned vehicle for your hassle-free transfer to downtown. This service is available 24-hours a day, includes tolls, and can be booked round trip.

Travelers on a beach vacation at Riu Playa Blanca who want a taste of the big city for a day will enjoy this full-day Panama City tour. Be amazed by the Panama Canal, explore beautiful Casco Antiguo, drive the Amador Causeway, and more. Get a comprehensive tour of the city’s must-see sights and still make it back to your resort for dinner.

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.