Panama Canal Fishing: Catch Bass, Snook, and More

Experience the amazing bio-diversity of Gatun Lake in the Panama Canal’s Kingfisher Tour. Catch a variety of fish and observe wildlife on this half-day fishing adventure.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Gamboa - The best fresh water fishing in Panama is in the Panama Canal (Gatun Lake). This half-day tour starts with 6:00 am pick-ups, and a drive to the U.S. Canal Zone town of Gamboa. You’ll be a KINGFISHER in Gatun Lake, the artificial man-made navigation channel elevated 85 ft (26 m) above sea level that unites the Pacific and the Atlantic in…
What's Included
  • Fishing Equipment
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
Additional Information

The premier freshwater fishing experience in Panama can be found in the Panama Canal. This half-day excursion begins with pick-ups at 6:00 am, followed by a drive to the historic town of Gamboa, once part of the U.S. Canal Zone. Fishing occurs in Gatun Lake, an artificial waterway situated 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level.
Participants will cruise…

Location
Urraca Park
Avenida Vasco Nuñez de Balboa
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Jjacobson11
Jan 27, 2026
Try it, you will like it - Great value, personal attention, successful fishing. We enjoyed our guide and the Gutan experience. It was fun to get into the backwaters with knowledgeable guide and boat captain.
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Tara_s
Apr 20, 2023
Amazing fishing guide! - John was an amazing guide. Best snacks and took us around so many places for fishing. He has a ton of wildlife knowledge!! Would definitely recommend!!!
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Quebelize
Feb 16, 2023
BUCKETS LIST/Fishing Panama Canal - I am Fishing all over the world,fishing the Panama Canal was on my bucket list We choose kingfisher adventure and John Acosta as guide,he was really professional showing 15 minutes before the pickup time As soon as we hit water I knew the day will be perfect John came full equipped with very good lunch,coffee/tea,drinks alcool,it was not only a regular fishing day because John is also naturalist and he show us to many thing I can not explain,he also did a lot of extra without charging us, I really highly recommend John and kingfisher adventure Sylvain and Sonia Québec Canada
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Billmk3804vd
Nov 13, 2022
Must do when in Panama - The fishing excursion was amazing. The tour guide Jon was extremely knowledgable so we not only learned about fishing but the culture and history of Panama. There were plenty of snacks and drinks on board and he was diligent is helping all our fishing needs.
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Spittywill22
May 3, 2022
Amazing Experience Catching Over 30 Fish - John was a great guide and very insightful on the Panama Canal and it’s great history! He also knew some sweet spots where different fish would be biting and shared some great fishing techniques that helped us catch a lot of fish that day! i’m in the fish aquarium hobby also so it was cool to catch some fish that I actually collect in the hobby! John showed me how to catch a Vieja using plantain as bait! John also had a local family cook us a fish meal after our excursion and they seasoned the fish perfectly! I definitely recommend this tour as it will be some of the most fun u will have on your vacation!
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Out2see1979
Apr 12, 2022
Amazing - John and his team were great. Super knowledgeable and very professional. A fantastic bucket list expiriance. I highly recommend!
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Achiuchu
Jul 13, 2021
Perfect day fishing trip from Panama City - Punctual pick up from the hotel, knowledgeable English speaking guide, loved watching the abundance of wildlife on the canal, and great peacock seabass fishing. Highly recommended.
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From $118
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).