Top Panama Sightseeing Cruises

Cruise the entirety of the Panamá Canal, from the Pacific to the Atlantic Ocean, during this full-day tour in Panamá City. Board a small vessel to travel through all three sets of locks that make up the canal. Voyage on Gatun Lake and the Chagres River. Learn about the history and construction of the canal from your guide while you travel. Disembark in Colón and board a shuttle for the return trip to Panamá City. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and beverages are provided on board. Please Note: The exact check-in time will be confirmed the day before your tour via email. Please make sure you check your inbox.

Journey through the Panama Canal's Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks aboard the Pacific Queen. Depart Panama City, then board a boat for a trip through the canal's impressive locks. Entering through the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel locks, observe the impressive feats of engineering that make this passage possible. Learn about the canal's construction and consistent maintenance through your guide's informative commentary. Cruise back to your departure point, admiring views of Panama City's skyline before disembarking in Gamboa.

Travel southbound through the Panama Canal during this 6-hour tour from Panama City. With your local guide, board a bus for a 45-minute journey to Gamboa, home of the Panama Canal Dredging Division. Meet your vessel, the Pacific Queen, for a trip through the Gailard cut, the Pedro Miguel Locks and the Miraflores Locks. Admire scenic views of the Centennial Bridge, the Chagres River, and the Bridge of the Americas. Eat a complimentary lunch on board during your journey. Disembark at the Flamenco Marina in Panama City. Please Note: The exact check-in will be confirmed the day before your tour via email. Please make sure you check your inbox.

Cruise Panama Bay aboard a Viking 46ft luxury yacht, ideal for private groups of up to 16 guests. Departing from Flamenco Marina, enjoy a smooth ride with panoramic views of the Panama City skyline, the Bridge of the Americas, and the entrance to the Panama Canal. This spacious yacht features a large bow, flybridge, sound system, A/C, cabins, and bathrooms—perfect for relaxing, sightseeing, or light fishing with included gear. Enjoy music, snacks, and drinks onboard. Choose the 4-hour daytime or 2-hour sunset option to soak in golden skyline views with your group. As you cruise through the bay, you’ll also see ships anchored in the Panama Canal anchorage area and the Causeway’s marinas. The yacht’s layout offers comfort, shade, and space to socialize or unwind. The crew ensures a smooth and tailored experience, whether you're in the mood for sightseeing, light fishing, or just enjoying the open sea with great company.

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.

Set sail on the stunning waters of Bocas del Toro aboard a 42-foot catamaran. This unforgettable 6-hour tour follows one of two possible itineraries, depending on availability and operational conditions: Starfish Beach and Solarte Coral Gardens, or Dolphin Bay and Solarte Coral Gardens. Enjoy a fresh lunch prepared onboard, with a maximum of 22 guests ensuring a comfortable and intimate experience. Snorkel among vibrant marine life at the coral gardens and relax onboard with two shaded cockpits and private bathrooms. Free water-taxi pickup from eligible Isla Colón or Carenero hotels makes joining the tour easy and hassle-free. - 6-hour shared catamaran tour with a bilingual captain - Minimum of 8 guests required to sail, with free rescheduling or -refund if not met - Visit either Starfish Beach or Dolphin Bay, followed by Solarte Coral Gardens - Itinerary depends on availability and operational conditions - Lunch cooked fresh onboard, with vegetarian and gluten-free options available

If you’re a first-time visitor to Panama City, you’ll want to see the must-visit highlights. This five-hour Private or Share group tour, takes you to the atmospheric old town, the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal, and the sweeping Amador Causeway, with its great views of the city. If you’re short on time or on a quick shore excursion, this convenient tour makes the most of your time.

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.

This experience offers a perfect and hassle-free stay to enjoy the Panamanian Pacific without leaving Panama City. We send you your boarding passes with QR code 24 hours in advance so you can enter directly and quickly the pier of Barcos Calypso. Includes round-trip ferry passage (only 40 minutes away), free time to explore the beaches and historic village at your own pace, and a delicious lunch coordinated upon arrival by our allied staff on the island. It is the ideal choice for those looking for a day of sun and sea in maximum comfort and very close to the capital.

Experience a unique whale watching experience in the Las Perlas Archipelago during a full-day tour from Panama City. Cruise the Panamanian Pacific in search of the majestic humpback whales and visit 2 unspoilt islands with white sand beaches and crystal clear waters. Enjoy free time for swimming, relaxing, snorkeling and paddleboarding, as well as listening to whale singing with a hydrophone on board. A natural and authentic adventure just 1 hour from the city. Itinerary Departure from Flamenco Marina, Amador Sailing to Las Perlas Archipelago Humpback whale watching experience Possible sighting of dolphins during navigation Visit to 2 virgin islands, which may include: • Chapera Island • Pacheca Island • Mogo Mogo Island Free time on each island to swim, relax and explore Lunch on an island Return to the marina in the afternoon ⏳ Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours on each island

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.