Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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We stand out for 15 years of local expertise, offering personalized, authentic tours that go beyond the typical tourist spots. With a team of passionate, knowledgeable local guides, they create unique itineraries tailored to each traveler’s interests. Their focus on sustainability and responsible travel ensures a positive impact on both the environment and local communities. Whether you’re seeking adventure, culture, or relaxation, we provide insider access to Panama's hidden gems and a truly immersive experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Panama City
Step into the heart of the great Panamanian rainforest, a lush, vibrant ecosystem teeming with diverse wildlife and exotic plants. This natural wonder is home to rich biodiversity, where you can experience the sights and sounds of tropical birds, monkeys, and colorful flora. A true paradise for nature lovers, the rainforest offers an unforgettable glimpse into one of the world’s most pristine environments.
Gamboa
Meet the incredible Gatun Lake, a key player in flooding the Panama Canal and one of the largest artificial lakes in the world. Created to provide the necessary water for the canal’s operations, the lake is surrounded by lush jungle and dotted with monkey islands—small islets where troops of monkeys thrive. This stunning natural wonder offers a unique blend of history, wildlife, and breathtaking beauty, making it a must-see on any Panama adventure!
Options
Nature Explorer Panama Canal, Gatun Lake Isles & Rainforest Hike
Premium upon request Premium Duration: 4 hours Traditional Panamanian Brunch : all inclusive All Inclusive tour: Water, Brunch and fees Pickup included
Private Luxury Tours
Private Transportation: Private Transportation, Modify tour start times Concierge Duration: 5 hours: Can be adjusted and activities can be added Brunch included Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
National Panamanian Brunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Certified Guide
Tips
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
101 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Unforgettable Panama Adventure - Ask For Mike!
giselles249,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Write a review, make someone's trip You've written 52 reviews, shared 0 photos, and gained 16,552 views from travelers around the world. See your achievements. What would you like to review? Your reviews Explore Panama Canal and Gatun Lake with Rainforest Hike Panama City, Panama An Unforgettable Panama Adventure - Ask For Mike! June 2026 My daughter and I had the pleasure of taking this tour with Mike and it was without question one of the highlights of our trip to Panama. From the moment he picked us up until he dropped us off everything was perfect. On the drive to the canal, Mike shared fascinating stories and insights about Panamanian history, culture, politics, and the construction and significance of the Panama Canal, his knowledge is deep, and what makes him an outstanding guide is the passion and enthusiasm he brings to everything he talks about - including photos on his iPad to make the experience even more engaging. The wildlife encounters were unforgettable. During our boat ride through the canal and around the Monkey Islands, we saw 3 different species of monkeys. They even came right into our boat! It was clear Mike had tremendous knowledge of local wildlife, but even more impressive was his respect and kindness towards them. They seemed to know and trust him, and their comfort around him made our encounters even more special. After the boat ride, we hiked the Pipeline Trail in the rainforest, where Mike pointed out native trees, plants, insects, and other details we would never have noticed on our own. We stopped for an authentic Panamanian breakfast and thoroughly enjoyed our conversations throughout our time together. What amazed us was Mike never stopped looking for wildlife. He spotted a sloth up in a tree branch and we were able to get a close-up view - another special moment we never would have experienced without him. We came home with incredible photos and memories. This wasn’t just a tour it was an experience. If you are visiting Panama, you must book this excursion. And if you can, ask for Mike. He is truly exceptional and made out visit unforgettable. Highly HIGHLY recommend!
Exceptional worth every minute and penny
guissepem2026,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exceptional experience! Mike was such a great guide. Just listing all of his knowledge about Panamanian history, buildings and wildlife is amazing, the tours is very well passed, food was amazing and the house hot sauce was great Don't miss out on this tour
Guide Mike was a rock star!
Stephanie M,May 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike was amazing- he adjusted our schedule based on the poring rain! We saw monkeys and sloths and caymans! Everything went really well. Knowledgeable and perfect English. Gave us recommendations for food. Highly recommended!!!
Couples Trip 2026
143 Claudia M 11 153,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tour was nice, boat ride was fun. Lunch was not great hence could not give a 5 rating. Mike was very informative and great. The rainforest hike was also great. Overall a good tour except for the lunch.
Amazing!
katiewD4995JN,May 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is one of the best tours we have ever been on (and we have been on lots!) Mike was so knowledgable and motivated. He had spent considerable time preparing info and images on his iPad, which made such a difference. He clearly is passionate about nature, any question we asked, he could answer and his respect for wildlife really stood out against other tour operators that we witnessed during our trip.
Great experience
elizabethht2015,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We toured with Mike from Panama experience Tours. It was wonderful! He was organized, very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. We saw 2 different types of monkeys, termite mounds, birds and bats. He also talked about the history of Panama. It was a terrific tour. I would definitely recommend it.
Monkeys, Sloths & Boatride. So much more than a Hike.
Kita E,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our group of about 20 had an incredible experience with Mike & his team from Panama Experience Tours! His English is excellent and his knowledge as one of Panama’s top certified guides made the tour unforgettable. We saw amazing wildlife up close — even had monkeys jump right onto the boat! The short hike was easy, really more of a casual stroll, so we’re glad we didn’t skip this experience due to the tour name. The lunch was delicious & his team extreemly professional. What we experienced far exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend this tour!
We had a great time on...
Sarah F,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great time on this trip with Mike. He was really fun and full of a lot of great information. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
Wonderful trip for family! Highly recommended!
Iva M,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Can’t recommend Mike enough! He was an excellent tour guide, polite, friendly, and accommodating with our family of 4, which included two kids (9 year and 12 year old). He is very knowledgeable, was well-prepared, and thought us so much about the history of Panama Canal and the country in general, and our kids listened to him with so much interest! He made a great effort not only to find the monkeys and other animals, but also to describe in detail all the animals we encountered! The tour felt very personal yet professional, and that was really great.
Great experience
rita t,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic tour experience! Our tour guide Mike, was great—very knowledgeable, funny, and punctual. He made the entire trip enjoyable and informative. We were lucky enough to see monkeys and a sloth, which made it even more memorable. I highly recommend this tour!
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