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SierraMarie_G, Jul 2026
Safari-like experience; patience is necessary
This is a good option for people who love nature. For travelers like me who are interested in nature facts and nature adventures, but don't know a ton already, this will be right up your alley. I appreciated that the tour guide knew a fair amount and had an evident passion for the animals and their environment. Note: not everything that was said in Spanish was translated to English, which I appreciated, as it is appropriate for being in Panama. Some other things to know: 1. In addition to money for tips (there is a driver, boat captain, and tour guide), you need to bring $20 cash on the day of the tour as a motorboat service charge. 2. The day ends with a walk on a road through "the jungle." The road is paved with rocks. Sandles are not advised. Wear something sturdy for walking. That said, the walk is short and slow with lots of stops along the way. 3. During the walk you will learn a little about plants and animals, but the only animals you may see will be through a shared view in a single spotting scope. The guide will set it up in various locations as you walk, people will get in line, and you will have a few seconds each to take a look at whatever sloth, toucan, insect, etc. is in view. 4. Patience is required. Animals are unpredictable. Though the guide and boat driver will do their best to maximize your opportunity to see things, there may be a *lot* of waiting and you may or may not end up with something to see after any given wait. Try to just enjoy the surroundings. 5. The boat trip was a safari-like experience. The tour guide and boat captain work hard to coax the animals to come on the boat and interact. There are some ethics questions worth asking about this (though I appreciate the rules to address some of the issues), but in terms of the experience it can be very fun and exciting. Just remember: patience. It can take a very long time, for example, for some monkeys to decide they want to come interact. You may be in the boat waiting while the guide calls and calls and calls for them, then have to leave and return to the area multiple times. 6. I recommend bringing lots of water, sunscreen, and bugspray. Water will be offered but the heat will get to you. Make sure your bag securely as you will hear that the monkeys get curious. 7. If you get car sick easily, note that there are some winding roads to get there and back. 8. The boat taken is said to be the fastest of all the boats that go out on these tours. That also means that when you are jumping the waves, it will have an impact on your neck. I don’t recommend the tour as heartily to people who have a history of whiplash or get headaches easily. The animals I saw while on the boat included: several types of lizards and insects, two types of monkeys (both of which eventually climbed on board), a baby crocodile, a black hawk and other birds. The animals I saw briefly through the spotting scope on the walk included: a sloth, a toucan, and an invasive species of insect. We also briefly stopped to examine the leaf cutter ants and saw evidence of termites, woodpeckers, and scorpions.
Dawn_P, Jul 2026
Great experience with Elena!
Elena was an awesome guide! She was knowledgeable, patient and flexible. We were to adjust the time and activities to accommodate our wants and needs for the several hours we were with her. She knew where to go and when to make things as smooth as possible. I selected a private tour just for those reasons. She felt like a friend more than guide. Will definitely contact her on a return visit. Thanks for everything Elena!
Tawney_B, Jul 2026
Emberra Village and waterfall
This was such an amazing trip, we had the best time! Our guide Kareem was such a great guy, made sure we all had the best time and took the best photos for us!! The Emberra community was lovely and welcoming and we really enjoyed visiting the waterfall too. Thank you so much!
Richard_S, Jul 2026
Great Times!
We had a great time. Great atmosphere and the ride and weather were fantastic. A lot of dancing and good times on the way back. Definitely would recommend to anyone wanting a nice evening with plenty of fun. The crew definitely wants you to enjoy it and they work hard.
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Panama tours tend to focus on the engineering feat that is the Panama Canal—and for good reason. Learn how the canal changed the landscape of Panama City while touring its key attractions, from the lively Amador Causeway to the historic architecture of Casco Antiguo. Then join the ships on the canal itself, boating to jungle islands that are home to sociable monkeys as well as crocodiles, sloths, iguanas, and other wildlife. Many excursions include rainforest hikes, local food tastings, and visits to indigenous communities, as well.

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