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Discover the best the world has to offer with Adventure Life’s expert-curated Panama Canal tours 2025. From to hidden gems off the beaten path, our 12 top-rated itineraries take you deep into Panama Canal’s breathtaking landscapes. Guided by bilingual experts, these immersive experiences cater to adventurers seeking unique journeys in small groups or customizable private tours.

Choose from a variety of 5 to 15 days itineraries starting at $277 to $11,853. You’ll find options that suit your travel style. Whether you’re passionate about Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, and Rainforest Exploration or eager to explore Panama Canal’s rich culture and natural beauty, our Panama Canal tours 2025 deliver unforgettable moments. Each itinerary blends awe-inspiring exploration with a commitment to sustainability to ensure your adventure supports the preservation of our planet.

Adventure Life’s dedication to personalized travel promises your Panama Canal tour 2025 is seamless from start to finish. From arranging transportation to selecting accommodations tailored to your preferences, we’ll take care of every detail. Our expert recommendations and insider tips make your journey even more enriching.

Contact our specialists today to start planning your Panama Canal tour 2025. Whether you’re a solo traveler, a couple, or part of a group, Adventure Life will create a transformative experience you’ll treasure forever.
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Transitioning the Panama Canal
from $323
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Panama Canal Full Transit

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This Panama City one-day tour takes you on the incredible journey from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Pacific Ocean, traversing two impressive locks via the manmade wonder that is the Panama Canal.
  • See the Panama City skyline
  • Learn the history of the canal
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Miraflores Locks - Panama Canal
from $276
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Panama Canal Partial Transit

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Climb aboard and experience the "Eighth Wonder of the World" first hand as you transit through the Miraflores Locks to the Pacific Ocean.
  • Transit through Miraflores Locks
  • Learn the history of the canal
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Cathedral of Casco Viejo
from $308
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Explore Panama City

½ Day Itinerary
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Tour Panama City with a local guide, well versed in the history of the area. See a transit of the Panama canal and tour Casco Antiguo where the pirate Henry Morgan waged his attack in 1671.
  • Tour the ruins of Panama La Vieja
  • Watch a transit of the Panama Canal
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An old fort of Panama
from $355
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San Lorenzo and Agua Claras Locks

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Visit Aguas Clara Visitor Center for stunning Gatun Lake views and marvel at the historic San Lorenzo Fort. Explore scenic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Panama Canal expansion highlights in one action-packed day.
  • Visit historic San Lorenzo Fort
  • Visit the Gatun Locks
  • Witness Panama Canal expansion
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A jungle river in the rainforest
from $1,893
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Encounter Panama

7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
Begin your Panama journey at the manmade marvel, the Panama Canal, and continue your travels into the region's tropical forests, visiting an indigenous community in Chagres National Park and exploring the ecology of Barro Colorado Island. This is a great introductory tour of Panama!
  • Explore El Valle's forested trails
  • Transit through the Panama Canal
  • Enjoy the Gamboa Rainforest Resort
  • Visit the Embera community
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Tranquilo Bay indeed...
from $3,787
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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary
Activities
Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Easy Active
Experience the Caribbean from Costa Rica to Panama on this 9-day land-based adventure tour. Whitewater rafting and rainforest exploration along Costa Rica's Pacuare River combine with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and snorkel & dive among the Caribbean reefs!
  • Raft down the Pacuare River
  • Hike into the jungle for a swim
  • Marvel at the Panama Canal
  • Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax
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from $3,428
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Discover Panama

8 Day Itinerary
Activities
Ziplining, Rainforest Exploration, Biking
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day hotel-based tour of Panama takes you from metropolitan Panama City, through the lowland tropical forest of Soberania National Park, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, surfing, birding, and exploring Bocas del Toro & Tranquilo Bay, and finally to the Miraflores locks of the Panama Canal.
  • Trek the lowland tropical forest
  • Bike, hike, zipline, raft or relax
  • See wildlife in natural habitats
  • Explore Tranquilo Bay
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Boats Moored to the Quay at Bridgetown Harbour
from $4,350
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Barbados to Panama

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
Starts / Ends
Bridgetown / Balboa
Activity Level
Variable
Starting at the Caribbean port of Bridgetown, this 15-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper sails through the turquoise Caribbean waters en route to the Panama Canal, visiting Grenada, Bonaire, Curacao, Aruba, and Colombia along the way. Explore the tropical jungles, snorkel in vibrant reefs, immerse yourself in tribal culture, and marvel at the Panama Canal.
  • Explore Bridgetown, Barbados
  • Enjoy Grenada's unique aromas
  • Discover Dutch colonial Curacao
  • Transit the historic Panama Canal
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Panama Canal
from $8,127
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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.
  • Observe animals in their habitat
  • Kayak through magical mangroves
  • Transit the historical Panama Canal
  • Explore Gulf of Panama beaches
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The vivid colors of the San Blas Islands
from $4,240
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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Bridgetown / Balboa
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.
  • Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
  • Discover St. George’s coastal views
  • Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
  • Wander Willemstad’s streets
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The vivid colors of the San Blas Islands
from $4,350
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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
Starts / Ends
Balboa / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.
  • Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
  • Transit Panama’s iconic canal
  • Discover San Blas culture
  • Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $6,810
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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
Starts / Ends
Panama City / Cartagena
Activities
Village Visits, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.
  • Transit the Panama Canal
  • Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
  • Look for unique tropical wildlife
  • See colonial architecture
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