Top Panama City Trips & Tours in December 2026

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Panama Adventure

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike through tropical forest
• Take a coffee tour in Boquete
• Explore the Golf of Chiriqui
• Snorkel, kayak or hike

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Crowne Plaza Panama Airport

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover unique wildlife in the vibrant jungles of western Panama as well as charming Caribbean towns through this comprehensive Panama tour. Explore the country through rainforest hikes, urban explorations, and snorkeling outings. Enjoy a remarkable and truly fresh cup of locally grown coffee at the end of the day!

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from $1,844

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Encounter Panama

7 Day Itinerary

• Explore El Valle's forested trails
• Transit through the Panama Canal
• Enjoy the Gamboa Rainforest Resort
• Visit the Embera community

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!

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from $3,337

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Discover Panama

8 Day Itinerary

• Trek the lowland tropical forest
• Bike, hike, zipline, raft or relax
• See wildlife in natural habitats
• Explore Tranquilo Bay

Activities

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.

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from $2,829

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Caribbean Adventure - Bocas Town

8 Day Itinerary

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Choose your days at Selva Bananito
• Snorkel the marine-rich coral reef
• Tour Panama's vibrant capital city

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day land-based tour highlights the best of Costa Rica and Panama! Whitewater excitement and rainforest exploration in Costa Rica couple with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama for a perfectly paced vacation. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and fall into the rhythm of the Caribbean!

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from $1,134

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Portobelo Extension

4 Day Itinerary

• Snorkel in the bay of Portobelo
• Visit Aguas Clara Visitor Center
• Explore Gatun Lake busy waterway
• Visit UNESCO Portobelo Forts

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover Panama's allure with a day exploring Aguas Clara, San Lorenzo Fort, and Portobelo's historic port. Snorkel along picturesque bays and witness colonial charm, designated a UNESCO Patrimony for Humanity.

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from $3,788

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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Hike into the jungle for a swim
• Marvel at the Panama Canal
• Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax

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!

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Explore Darien Jungle
• Visit Portobelo Forts
• Snorkel Pearl Islands

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle cruise aboard National Geographic. Quest in Colon and explore Panama’s Pacific coast. Cruise Gatun Lake, hike Barro Colorado Island trails, and visit the Pearl Islands. Discover Darien National Park’s rainforest and culture, explore Punta Patiño Reserve, and return to Panama City.

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from $2,313

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Panama's Parks and Beaches

9 Day Itinerary

• Visit ruins of Old Panama
• Explore the Gailard Cut
• Pass the Bridge of the Americas
• Explore mountains and rural life

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Choose a 9-day Panama National Parks and Beaches tour, and discover Old Panama ruins, iconic Canal views, lush waterfalls, and thrilling zip line adventures. Experience history, nature, and excitement in one unforgettable journey.

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from $6,150

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The Panama Canal, Pearl Islands and Darien Jungle

Northbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Panama Canal transit
• Chagres River cruise
• Kayak and snorkel at Isla del Rey
• Explore Playa Muerto

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Panama on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Quest. Transit the Panama Canal, anchor in Gatun Lake, and discover Darien National Park and the Pearl Islands. Kayak, hike rainforests, snorkel reefs, and meet Embera communities in remote villages and protected reserves.

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this 8-day 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.

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from $7,197

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Luxury Panama Escape

9 Day Itinerary

• Mangrove kayaking in Bocas del Toro
• Explore optional excursions
• Tour Panama's vibrant capital city
• Visit Panama La Vieja

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Panama City

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Panama with our 9-day itinerary! Immerse yourself in the allure of Boquete's charming town, indulge in the unique experiences at Nayara Bocas del Toro, unwind on pristine beaches, and culminate your journey with a captivating Panama City tou

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from $340

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Panama Canal Full Transit

1 Day Itinerary

• See the Panama City skyline
• Learn the history of the canal

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.

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from $281

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Panama Canal Partial Transit

½ Day Itinerary

• Transit through Miraflores Locks
• Learn the history of the canal

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.

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from $327

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Explore Panama City

½ Day Itinerary

• Tour the ruins of Panama La Vieja
• Watch a transit of the Panama Canal

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.

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from $283

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Barro Colorado Island Tour

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit Barro Colorado Island while in the Panama City with a boat ride in Gatún Lake. Enjoy a day exploring the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute and learn about the current studies underway. This man-made island was created when the canal was flooded preserving a breathtaking array of diverse wildlife and jungle on the tiny island.

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from $371

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San Lorenzo and Agua Claras Locks

1 Day Itinerary

• Visit historic San Lorenzo Fort
• Visit the Gatun Locks
• Witness Panama Canal expansion

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.

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from $361

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El Valle de Anton

1 Day Itinerary

Activities

Ziplining, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Moderate

Drive from Panama City to El Valle: hike, zipline above El Macho Falls, explore the market, enjoy lunch & thermal pools.

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from $279

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Embera Drua Community Visit

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover traditional music & dance
• Try traditional body painting

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience native Panamanian culture deep in the Chagres rainforest. Visit with the people of the Embera Dura community and hike through the jungle with your guide.

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