Panama Canal by Boat
Port
Colon, Panama
Activity Level
low
Duration
8:00 Hours
Take a drive along the Transismic Highway, which connects the city of Colon with the city of Panama. This is the only road link between the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea.
On arrival at either the Gamboa Dredging Division Pier, or Cucaracha Pier inside the Panama Canal, board a sightseeing ferry, which allows you the incredible experience of transiting part of the Panama Canal.
Navigate through Gaylard Cut, where thousands of workers lost their lives during the construction of the dams, before entering Pedro Miguel Locks. Enter the Miraflores Lake, which connects with the second set of locks, Miraflores Locks.
You will hear about the fascinating history of the Panama Canal and each lock as you pass through.
Your Canal adventure ends at the Pacific Port,the entrance to the Panama canal at the Pacific Ocean.From here, you will travel back to your ship by coach.
Refreshments and light snacks will be served on board your sightseeing boat.
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