5-Hour Gatún Lake Fishing Tour in the Panamá Canal

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Fish for peacock bass, snook, and tarpon on Gatún Lake
• 02 Take in the pristine rainforest along the Panamá Canal
• 03 Watch enormous ships pass through the canal from the water
• 04 Explore the lake's best fishing spots with an expert captain

Travel to the heart of the Panamá Canal on a fishing tour of Gatún Lake with an experienced captain and tour guide. Take in views of the pristine rainforest at the water's edge as you try catching peacock bass, snook, and tarpon, while watching enormous ships pass through the canal.

Marvel at the views of the enormous ships as they pass through the canal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Panama City

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Gatún Lake Fishing Adventure

• Meet your local guide to begin the tour.

• Explore the lush rainforest in the Panamá Canal.

• Spend 4 hours on Gatún Lake, soaking up the Panamanian sunshine and reeling in freshwater species at the lake's best spots.

• Marvel at the views of the enormous ships as they pass through the canal. An expert captain who knows the best spots will guide you.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking tour driver/guide

• Boat fee

• Bait and fishing rod

• Bottled water, sodas, and fruits

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Not Included

• Alcoholic drinks

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Panama Canal, Panama

Tour start

Gatun Lake, Panama

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.