5-Hour Wildlife Tour in Gamboa with Monkey Island and Sloth Sanctuary

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Boat through Gatun Lake and the Panama Canal alongside cargo ships
• 02 Observe white-faced capuchins, marmosets, titi monkeys, and howler monkeys in their natural habitat
• 03 Visit Panama's first Sloth Sanctuary to learn about rescued two-toed and three-toed sloths
• 04 Explore the living laboratories, including Casa Mariposa with more than 15 butterfly species

Enjoy a nature tour in the Gamboa area, where you will explore Gatun Lake and admire wildlife in its natural habitat. Visit Monkey Island, the Sloth Sanctuary managed by Gamboa Rainforest and the Pan American Conservation Association (APPC), and the living laboratories, including a butterfly house, nursery, and frog observatory. This experience is ideal for travellers who want to discover the biodiversity of Panama's rainforest while learning about local conservation efforts. Please note that the sanctuary visit is not exclusive and wildlife sightings in the wild cannot be guaranteed at all times.

Pick-up from your hotel and discover the wildlife and vegetation of the rainforest, as well as Monkey Island, where you can admire white-faced capuchin monkeys, marmosets, and howler monkeys in their natural habitat.

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

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Gatun Lake, Monkey Island, and Sloth Sanctuary in Gamboa

• Pick-up from your hotel and discover the wildlife and vegetation of the rainforest, as well as Monkey Island, where you can admire white-faced capuchin monkeys, marmosets, and howler monkeys in their natural habitat.
• Witness the spectacular scenery of the rainforests in the Panama Canal watershed.
• Explore Gatun Lake and Monkey Island with a mix of history, wildlife, and nature.
• Experience travelling by boat through the Panama Canal alongside cargo ships.
• Visit the Sloth Sanctuary to observe rescued three-toed and two-toed sloths.
• Learn about the lives and habits of sloths, as well as the conservation efforts for this species, from volunteers and specialized guides.
• Board a boat to begin the trip and discover white-faced monkeys, titi monkeys, and black-bodied howler monkeys at the port of Gamboa, which connects with the Panama Canal and Gatun Lake.
• Observe the rich fauna of the interior of Gatun Lake, including birds, turtles, lizards, and much more.
• Visit Panama's first Sloth Sanctuary, where you will learn about the Conservation Program run by the Pan American Conservation Association for this species.
• Discover the tropical rainforest's flora and fauna and end the visit at various living laboratories, where you can admire more than 15 species of butterflies.
• Drop-off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Bottled water
• Private transportation
• Entrance to the sanctuary
• Visit to Monkey Island
• Visit to the butterfly farm
• Visit to the labs

What's Not Included

• Lunch
• Gratuities

What to bring

• Light and comfortable clothing
• Sun block
• Sunglasses and hat
• Camera

Know before you go

• Please note that the sanctuary visit is not exclusive, so other people from different companies or agencies may be present.
• Each reservation helps support the conservation efforts of the sanctuary and small local organizations working in the Gatun Lake area.
• This tour is designed for those seeking a unique experience exploring the biodiversity of Panama's rainforest and learning about conservation efforts in the region.
• Viewing animals in their natural habitat is not guaranteed at all times, as they may be elusive or hidden in their environment.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Panama City, Panamá

Tour start

48G4+6CG, Goethals Blvd, Gamboa, Colón Province, Panama

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.