Ocean to Ocean Panama Canal Adventure

Experience the best of Panama in just one day! This all-inclusive excursion takes you from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea, following the path of the world-famous Panama Canal. Cruise alongside massive cargo ships, spot playful monkeys in the rainforest, and step back in time exploring a 17th-century Spanish fortress. From nature and wildlife to modern engineering marvels, this is the ultimate Panama Canal adventure for history buffs, nature lovers, and curious travelers alike.

Boat Ride on Lake Gatun, Panama Canal & Monkey Island

Your day begins with an unforgettable boat ride on Lake Gatun, one of the key sections of the Panama Canal. As you navigate the same waters as giant container ships and cruise liners, your small boat will let you get up close to the canal’s hidden treasures. Keep your camera ready—this area is teeming with wildlife! Spot capuchin and howler monkeys swinging through the trees, crocodiles sunbathing along the shore, and tropical birds soaring overhead. The highlight for many is visiting Monkey Island, where these curious creatures often come down to greet visitors.

Visit Agua Clara Locks - Panama Canal Expansion Project

After your wildlife encounter, relax aboard your comfortable, air-conditioned bus as we make our way toward the Atlantic side of Panama. Here, you’ll discover the Agua Clara Locks, part of the historic Panama Canal Expansion Project. Watch in awe as enormous “Neo-Panamax” ships—too big for the original locks—slowly rise and fall with the changing water levels. At the Agua Clara Visitor Center, interactive exhibits and observation decks give you a front-row seat to the incredible engineering that connects two oceans and powers world trade.

Explore Fort San Lorenzo - 17th Century Spanish Fortress on the Caribbean

Your final stop transports you back in time to the golden age of pirates and Spanish conquest. Perched dramatically on a cliff above the Caribbean Sea and surrounded by lush rainforest, Fort San Lorenzo once protected the mouth of the Chagres River from invading forces. Stroll through the ruins, explore old cannon placements, and soak in the sweeping ocean views as your guide shares tales of battles, treasure fleets, and colonial life. It’s a perfect way to end your journey from the Pacific to the Atlantic.

This tour is the most complete way to experience the Panama Canal, offering a mix of history, engineering, and nature all in one day. Unlike a simple canal transit, this adventure lets you step off the boat, explore the rainforest, interact with wildlife, and witness the canal’s operations from unique perspectives. Plus, you’ll enjoy a freshly prepared Panamanian lunch on the banks of the Chagres River—a perfect mid-day break in paradise.

Don’t just see the Panama Canal—experience it from every angle! Space is limited and this is one of our most popular excursions.

Book your discounted Ocean to Ocean Panama Canal Adventure today with The Real Deal Tours and make the most of your Panama vacation!