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Gatun Expedition Monkey Island Tour
4.4
25 Ratings
Panama City
This is a fantastic tour to explore Panama’s nature and wildlife. Cruise through the Panama Canal to arrive at Monkey Island in Gatun Lake, where you can see various species of monkeys and other animals such as iguanas, turtles, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. The tour includes roundtrip transfer to Gamboa dock.
This is a fantastic tour to explore Panama’s nature and wildlife. Cruise through the Panama Canal to arrive at Monkey Island in Gatun Lake, where you can see various species of monkeys and other animals such as iguanas, turtles, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. The tour includes roundtrip transfer to Gamboa dock.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gatun Lake - The journey will take us through the Panama Canal starting from the Gamboa public dock, leading us to Gatun Lake where we can observe various wildlife in the forest.
- Gatun Lake - The journey will take us through the Panama Canal starting from the Gamboa public dock, leading us to Gatun Lake where we can observe various wildlife in the forest.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Boat and captain required for the tour
- Boat and captain required for the tour
Additional Information
- The additional charge noted is necessary for the boat and captain, and it is paid directly to them
- The additional charge noted is necessary for the boat and captain, and it is paid directly to them
Location
Gatun Lake
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(25 Ratings)
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Nataniel_s
Dec 25, 2025
Amazing experience! Highly recommend - Had an amazing time! Maribel and the crew made it such a great experience and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time. We saw 3 different monkey species and many came on our boat during the tour. Highly recommend booking with them.
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Earguy
Nov 18, 2025
Camilo was an excellent guide and driver. - We (2 couples) used Camilo for three trips, first to monkey island and the Panama Canal. We then went up to Portobelo, three days later back to PC. He is a very safe and conscience driver with tons of knowledge about Panama and a great sense of humor. When we come back to Panama he will be our guide and driver!!
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Nirykaa_j
Oct 5, 2025
Dora the explora - Daniel and his crew were great he was patient with picking me up and waited on the late bugs. The tour itself was great Daniel English is very clear for the English speakers. The boat was not too rough and is child friendly. Even though we did the evening tour where the monkeys don’t come out as much Daniel team mate Julia was able to get everyone to come and say hi. Would definitely recommend booking
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390grantp
Jul 24, 2025
Experience worth the time and price. - The tour is well worth the price. The guide is friendly and has a great deal of knowledge. I would go anytime of the year, but my wife would have preferred it be dry season.
You will see serval animal species. The monkeys come up to you.
The guide will share history on the canal and places in Panama as you are riding to the docks.
Strongly recommend this tour.
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Christina_g
May 20, 2025
Awesome Excursion - We were picked up at our hotel at the stated time. Our guide Milton was friendly and informative. We were made to feel welcome, and having a good experience was paramount. Julliette, aka The Monkey Whisperer, was a delight. We thoroughly enjoyed our day, and seeing a crocodile was an added bonus.
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Expedition634026
Apr 30, 2025
A Must Do - The tour guide was awesome he made sure everyone was satisfied with feed the monkeys and insuring we got all the pictures we needed. Highly recommend !!!
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Vladimirk1641
Apr 14, 2025
Great tour - The company arranged a pick up on a short notice. The trip was great, we saw multiple species of monkeys, some of them come onboard for some fruit
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Chrismx1066dj
Apr 7, 2025
To see the monkeys! - Very cool experience!! Knowledgeable staff! Highly recommend!! Love it
Dan was very funny as well and the pick up and drop off service is the icing on the cake!
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Kevin
Mar 13, 2025
Monkey Island - Daniel our guide was excellent. We did see several types of monkeys and they came onto the boat which was pretty cool. Would highly recommend this tour!
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Ifitsgoodilltellyou
Oct 13, 2025
Gatun monkey island tour - Over priced, we were sold a 5 hour tour that lasted 2 1/2 including 1 hour return transfer . On top of the tour price there was a hidden cost of $30 for the boat captain and monkey whisperer. the only good thing of this tour was the tour guide Daniella.
Would not do again and don't recommend it either.
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