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Whale Watching Tours from Panama City

Looking for some of the best whale watching Panama has to offer? Believe it or not it can be found just off the Pacific Coast of Panama City! Catamaran tours to the Pearl Islands and small private charters will enable you to discover the majestic Humpback whales in Panama up close! Take a look at our list of Panama whale watching tours and choose the best option for you!

Did you know that Panama is one of the few places in the world where you can see humpback whales from both the Northern and Southern hemispheres? Every year from mid-July through mid-October, these majestic giants make their way to the warm, shallow waters off the Pacific coast of Panama to give birth and nurse their young — and you’re invited to witness it! And the best part, most Panama whale watching adventures depart right from Panama City. It is no wonder whale watching is among the top things to do in Panama City!


Want to know more about whale watching in Panama?

For more general information on the humpback whales in Panama, take a look at our blog posts about whale watching in Panama in general, choosing the best whale watching tour for you, our team experience whale watching to Contadora Island, and some information about the Pearl Islands in general too.



Most Popular Whale Watching Tours From Panama City

Bay of Panama Whale Watching Express

Bay of Panama Whale Watching Express

If you are short on time, or just simply on a budget, a half day whale watching in Panama Bay is a great choice. You may not see as many whales in the bay as you can see in the Pearl Islands, but there is still great opportunities to get close up to these majestic beauties as they make their way from the southern hemisphere to breed and have their young off the coast of Panama. Top it off with the Panama City Skyline, and cruising alongside the giant cargo ships waiting to enter the canal, and we promise this will be an unforgettable boat trip in Panama.

  • Adult:
  • Retail: $89.00

  • Real Deal: $81.00

  • Child:
  • Retail: $69.00

  • Real Deal: $60.00

Panama Whale Watching + Sonny Island Resort Day Pass in the Pearl Islands

1 Tank Bocas del Toro Dive

This is not your average whale watching trip in Panama. Aside from spending 2 hours navigating the Pearl Islands seeking out whales, you get to spend a few hours at the Sonny Island Beach Resort too! All your favorite beach club amenities, lounge chairs, umbrellas and of course a bar where you can purchase cocktails or your favorite Panamanian beers to celebrate an amazing day. This is a VIP whale watching experience in Panama for sure!


  • Adult:
  • Retail: $175.00

  • The Real Deal: $160.00

  • Child (5-11):
  • Retail: $160.00

  • Real Deal: $143.00

Whale Watching Pearl Islands & Isla Bolaños Beach Break

Panama Whale Watching Pearl Islands & Isla Bolaños Beach Break

Join the pioneers of whale watching in Panama on our comfortable fast ferry while we seek whales in the Pearl Islands. Listen to the whale songs from the hydrophone, then stop for lunch on the secluded beaches of one of the Pearl Islands best kept secrets, Isla Bolaños. Limited spaces on weekends only from July through September.







  • Adult:
  • Retail: $175.00

  • Real Deal: $170.00

  • Child (5-11):
  • Retail: $155.00

  • Real Deal: $150.00

Whale Watching to Contadora Island

Whale Watching to Contadora Island

It is not just people who flock to Isla Contadora in the Pearl Islands, the whales love to hang off the coast of Contadora Island too!! Between July and October, if you are fortunate enough to be able to stay out in the Pearl Islands, Contadora is the perfect jumping off point for several small whale watching operations. Head out your doorstep and jump on board with our naturalist guides to get up close and personal with the Humpback Whales and other marine life waiting for you. Even if you just take the ferry to Contadora island for a day trip or a beach break on the island, there is a really good chance you will see several whales along the way, and playing right off the beaches!

  • Adult:
  • Retail: $150.00

  • Real Deal: $140.00

  • Child (5-12):
  • Retail: $75.00

  • Real Deal: $70.00

Pearl Islands Whale Watching & Chapera Beach Break


Pearl Islands Panama Whale Watching & Chapera Island Beach Break

Board a double decker catamaran and cruise out to the Pearl Islands in search of the majestic Humpback Whales. Top that with a BBQ on board and a beach break at Playa Cacique on Chapera Island and you have one of the best whale watching tours in Panama. This discounted whale watching tour runs Certain Days only from July to September, so book your space now!



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Private Whale Watching Experiences in Panama

27' Proline - Panama Whale Watching Private Charter

27' Proline -Panama Whale Watching Private Charter

Hop aboard our 27’ Proline speedboat—our top pick for private whale watching in Panama! This fast, sleek boat is perfect for island hopping around the Pearl Islands, chasing whales, and discovering the best hidden snorkeling spots. With room for up to 8 passengers, it’s ideal for small groups seeking adventure and speed. Want to level up? Add a marine biologist guide and hydrophone to hear the whales sing. The ultimate private boat charter in Panama for ocean lovers!

  • Per Boat:
  • Retail: $1,500.00

  • Real Deal: $1,425.00

38' Todomar Speedboat Private Whale Watching Charter

38' Todomar Speedboat Private Whale Watching Charter

Looking for a fast and thrilling private whale watching adventure in Panama? Our 38’ Todomar speedboat is the perfect choice for larger groups—holding up to 15 passengers. This sleek, powerful boat gets you to the Pearl Islands in no time so you can spend more of your day spotting whales, snorkeling hidden reefs, and island hopping in style. Ideal for families or friends who want to explore together at high speed and maximum comfort.

  • Pearl Islands:
  • Retail: $2,200.00

  • Real Deal: $2,090.00

46' Viking Luxury Private Whale Watching Charter

46' Viking Luxury Private Whale Watching Charter

Come on board our luxury 46' Viking yacht for a spectacular day of whale watching in Panama! Our luxury yacht is spacious enough for 16 people, has 2 cabins, a full kitchen and AC inside. With a minimum of an 8 hour or 10 hour charter to the Pearl Islands you can spot whales, do some fishing, or just enjoy all the amenities on board this luxury yacht.

  • Pearl Islands (8 Hour):
  • Retail: $3,500.00

  • Real Deal: $3,325.00

See All Private Boat Charters in Panama

See All Private Boat Charters in Panama

We have private boat charters for every size group and every style of boat for whatever you are looking for. Sleek fast speed boats, luxury yachts, catamarans, sailboats; whatever you are looking for to make your whale watching experience in Panama one to remember. See our selection of boat tours, or contact a Panama Activities Specialist for a quote today!



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