Tours/Panama City/Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour (private, mi 2 pax)
Viator · group up to 180 pax

Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour (private, mi 2 pax)

4.5(26)Panama City1 hour
VIATOR4.4(10)TRIPADVISOR4.5(16)

Description

This is a great tour to experience Panama nature and wildlife. Sail trough Panama Canal to reach Monkey Island in Gatun Lake, observe different species of monkeys and other animals as iguanas, turtles, cocodriles, many species of birds, etc, includes roundtrip transfer to Gamboa dock

Tour Options

Gatun Expedition Monkey island Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included120 min

We will sail the Panama Canal from Gamboa public dock until we reach Gatun Lake to spot some wild animals in the forest

Highlights

Boat and captain rental
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide

What's included

Included
Boat and captain rental
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide

Pickup Locations & Times

We pick up the customers in any hotel in Panama City, including airports and ports. For pick ups outside Panama City, please enquire

Traveller Ratings

4.5
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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The additional charge noted is necessary for the boat and captain, and it is paid directly to them

Reviews(26)

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Risha_K
April 22, 2026
Excellent tour of monkey island

We had a wonderful experience visiting monkey island. It was a 90 minute boat tour highlighting various vegetation, monkeys that actually came on the boat and we saw alligators and turtles. The guide Jenny was funny and very knowledgeable. Juliet was calling the monkeys with howls and was amazing too.

Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comments

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Nataniel_S
December 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.

Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comment. We are happy that you had a great time

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earguy
November 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!!

Operator response

Thank you

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Ifitsgoodilltellyou
October 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.

Operator response

Hello. Thank you very much for the comments. There is nowhere in the tour description where it reads 5 hours. It reads 4 hours approx including driving. The cost you call hidden, is not. It is in the what is included and what is not section and is not $30.00. It is $15.00. Alsso, we sent you a message with that information as well. So I understand you enjoyed the tour so much, that wanted more but didn't want to pay more.

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NiRykaa_J
October 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

Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comments. We are happy you had a good time. Greetings!

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390grantp
July 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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Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comments!

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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.

Operator response

Hello. Thank you very much for the nice comments. We are hapoy you enjoyedthis experience. Thank you

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Expedition634026
April 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 !!!

Operator response

Thank you very much for these nice comment. We are very happy you enjoyed your tour.

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VladimirK1641
April 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

Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comments. We are happy you enjoyed the tour

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chrismX1066DJ
April 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!

Operator response

Thank you very much for the nice comments

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