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Nature/Ecological/Birding/Adventure
1. Train Ride to Colon/Nature Tour/Historical Portobelo on the Caribbean Side
Take a train from Panama City to Colon bordering the Panama Canal.
This
8th wonder is famous for its beauty and drama of the construction. The
train ride is l hour. In Colon my guide will pick you up when you
get off the train. You will then go on a "nature adventure" into
the rain forest in the car. You will most like see monkeys, sloths,
tucans, and any other animal nature would like to share with you that
day.
Then you go to
historical Portobelo..on the Caribbean side. Portobelo is where
the Spanish ships would be waiting to load all the gold and the silver
coming thru Panama City to be transported to Spain. You visit
several forts in Portobelo, visit the Black Christ at the San Felipe
Church, and have lunch in this very beautiful bay.
My guide will then drive you back to Colon so that you can take the train back to Panama City
2. GATUN SAFARI TOUR = Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Jungle Boat Adventure
Your day of adventure will take you to the waters of the world’s most
famous man-made lake. Lake Gatun is situated in the heart of the
Isthmus of Panama. It was constructed between 1910-1914 to make
the Panama Canal possible.
From
the lake’s shore you will board our fast 25’ panga style boats for a
voyage of discovery. We will navigate above ancient routes that
crossed the isthmus long before the lakes creation.
Huge Ocean going ships can be seen transiting across this water bridge that links the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean.
We
will glide past lush rain forests to a scenic region of the lake and
witness first hand the splendor and excitement of the jungle.
Exotic birds, monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and crocodiles are just a few
of the animals that you can view in their native surroundings.
The sights, sounds and scents that make up this tropical paradise will
engulf you.
Our ultimate
destination will be the Gatun Explorer, the lake’s first custom
exploration vessel. This spacious 61’ long double-decked boat has
plenty of room for you to relax and enjoy the day.
A
delicious native style lunch with refreshments will be served
onboard. Afterwards numerous activities are available at no
additional costs. Explore on your own while kayaking, swimming,
and fishing. Or if you prefer, just relax onboard the Gatun
Explorer and sip a cool drink while taking in the beauty of the area.
Learn
about this remarkable land from our informative narrations, or study on
your own in one of our two lounges equipped with TV’s, VCR’s, videos,
and books.
There is a cash bar and gift shop where you can purchase unique souvenirs.
Come experience why our guests consider a day spent with us, as one of the highlights of their visit to Panama.
Tour price includes:
- Round trip ground transportation from your
Panama City hotel
- Safari/Boat tour on Lake Gatun
- Optional activities: fishing, swimming,
kayaking, waterfall visit, and wild life viewing.
- Monkey watch and nature watch
- Lunch and refreshments
- Guides
Cash bar and gift shop are additional costs.
Depart: 08:00hrs
Return: 16:15hrs
Note: All tours begin and terminate in Panama City
3. ECO-CANAL Journey
Code: EC-7SL
Duration: 7 hrs
Availability: Daily
Min 4 pax
Our
Journey begins at 6:30 a.m. with a ride through the Soberania
National Park, (ca. 46000 acres of protected Rainforest inside the
Panama Canal watershed), Our adventure start at the community of
Gamboa cruising along Gatun Lake and part of the Panama Canal,
from the comfort of our boat.
During
our boat journey, we will observe some of many species of plants,
mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects . Our guide will
give you full information about one of most biodiverse ecosystem, “the
tropical rain forest”.
Our comfy
boats let us explore and reveal small channels surrounded
by gorgeus landsacpes in the middle of Gatłn lake at the Panama Canal,
at the end We will stop in one of many islands created during the
formation of Gatłn Lake, while we enjoy snacks and soft drinks.
Finally, we will return to Panama City at noon.
Includes:
Round trip transfer from hotel, boat trip along part of the Panama
Canal and Gatun Lake, Rainforest hike in a nature trail, bilingual
guide, raincoats, softs drinks and lunch.
4. ECO-PANAMA CANAL
Code: EP-4SL
Duration: 9 hrs
Availability: Daily
Min 4 pax
Our
Journey begins at 07:00 a.m. with a ride through the Soberania
National Park, (ca. 46000 acres of protected Rainforest inside the
Panama Canal watershed). Our adventure start at the community of Gamboa
cruising along Gatun Lake and part of the Panama Canal, from the
comfort of our boat.
During our
boat journey, we will observe some of many species of plants, mammals,
birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects . Our guide will give you
full information about one of most biodiverse ecosystem, “the tropical
rain forest”.
Our comfy boats let
us explore and reveal small channels surrounded by gorgeus
landscapes in the middle of Gatłn lake at the Panama Canal, at the end
We will stop in one of many islands created during the formation
of Gatłn Lake, while we enjoy snacks and soft drinks.
Finally, we will return to Panama City for a visit to Miraflores Locks Visitors Center, where We will be able to see and understand the operation at the Panama Canal.
Includes:
Round trip transfer from hotel, boat trip along part of the Panama
Canal and Gatun Lake, Rainforest hike in a nature trail, admission fee
at Miraflores Locks, bilingual guide, softs drinks and Lunch..
5. ECO-NATURE AT THE PANAMA CANAL
Code: EN-2SL
Duration: 7 hrs
Availability: Daily
Min 4 pax
Our
Journey begins at 07:00 a.m. with a ride through the Soberania
National Park, (ca. 46000 acres of protected Rainforest inside the
Panama Canal watershed), Our adventure start at the community of
Gamboa cruising along Gatun Lake and part of the Panama Canal,
from the comfort of our boat.
During
our boat journey, we will observe some of many species of plants,
mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles and insects . Our guide will
give you full information about one of most biodiverse ecosystem, “the
tropical rain forest”.
At noon We
will stop in one of many islands created during the formation of
Gatłn Lake, while we enjoy snacks and soft drinks. Finally, we will
return to Panama City. On our return trip we will stop for a hike
at Summit Zoo. Highlights for this stop are the Educational
center for the conservation of Harpy Eagle (Panama“s national bird),
Tapir exhibit and many other elements of our incredible biodiversity.
Includes:
Round trip transfer from hotel, boat trip along part of the Panama
Canal and Gatun Lake, Rainforest hike in a nature trail, admission fee
at Summit park, bilingual guide, softs drinks and Lunch.
6. Parque Natural Metropolitano.
Did you know that Panama is the only country
in the Americas with a protected tropical forest within an urban area?
There is a park…Metropolitan Park…a 10 minute drive from downtown
Panama City. The park offers great opportunities to observe a
diversity of animals and plants. All trails are rated easy to
moderate and can be walked within a few hours, making Metropolitan Park
the perfect destination for a short day trip.
LINKS
Panama Airport. http://www.tocumenpanama.aero/
Panama Canal. http://www.pancanal.com/esp/index.html
Panama Insurance. http://www.panamakevin.com
English speaking Panama law firm. http://www.panama-offshore-services.com
Marathon Panamį. http://www.marathonpanama.com
CANAL - INN .www.canal-inn.com
Bahia del Sol. http://www.BocasBahiaDelsol.com
Ocean
Pulse Scuba Divers - Diving the Golfo de Chiriqui on Panama's Pacific
Coast. Described as 'an aquarium' due to the huge numbers of fish, if
you want to explore a new, unspoiled and exciting dive location this is
the place to come! Run by a marine biologist, Ocean Pulse aim to
provide a personalised and informative dive service with conservation
and preservation of the natural environments in mind. www.dive-pacific-panama.com
  
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