Discover the wildlife and biodiversity of Panama - learn from the amazing canal watershed & islands. Then enjoy a ride a canoe up the Chagres River, walk to a jungle river, and visit a traditional Embera village on a full-day trip from Panama City. Learn about traditional food, culture, and dances on this 9-hour tour, which includes pickup and drop-off at your Panama City hotel. Sit down and watch a dance that depicts The Embera’s relationship with the natural world. ​

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- Great for families and kids.

- Enjoy a Wildlife & Eco Cruise

- Unique adventure & cultural experience

- Includes Lunch, Fruits, Water, Snacks, boat ride, private car, and bilingual guide.

-  9 hours tour

- This is a private tour.

- We also have a French guide by request.

• On this tour, you might be merged with another group at the Embera site. The transportation is private.
• The tour can include some activities that can be challenging for very young children. The suggested age is 2+ years old
• We recommend wearing water shoes, hiking sandals, or sports shoes that you don't mind if get wet, avoid beach sandals, flip flops, or Crocs similar.
• This tour is offered only by City Hotels and Dreams Playa Bonita. Not from Cruise Terminal, Colon, or Playa Blanca. 
• We will be able to swim in the river depending on weather conditions.
• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours* before the experience's start time. If you cancel less than 24 hours* before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded. 

USD 69 per person

 Your adventure will begin when one of our expert guides will collect you from your city hotel. We will drive for about an hour along the Soberania National Park to the Gamboa Dock, Hop aboard a high-speed motorboat, and marvel at the breathtaking flora and fauna surrounding Gatun Lake.

The lake is one of the sets of locks in the Panama Canal, on the Pacific side. There, you will have an ecological experience in the region, where you can sail by the lake and see animals and the surrounding forest. Enjoy stops at Monkey Island, home to several species of monkeys native to Central America. Monkey Island boasts an incredible amount of wildlife. Look for capuchin monkeys, Geoffroy's tamarin and howler, and other species.

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We can usually see huge cargo ships navigating inside the Panama Canal.

After this, we will drive for about 45 minutes to the next adventure inside the Changres River.

​Ride a canoe up the Chagres River, walk in the rainforest (depending on weather conditions), and visit a traditional Embera village on a full-day trip from Panama City. Learn about traditional food, culture, and dances.

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The Embera tribe originates from the Darien region in Panama and the Choco region of Colombia. They have lived in this area for centuries, long before the first Spanish explorer set foot in the new world.

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​Before departing the village, shop for traditional handicrafts and souvenirs made by the local people. Head back down the river by canoe, and board the vehicle for the return trip to Panama City.

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LEVEL OF DIFFICULTY:  Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level.

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WHAT IS INCLUDED: Bottled water, fruits, Lunch (Fried piece of Tilapia fish & and plantains only), A/C transportation, bilingual guide, boat rides, Embera, and National Park Entrance fee.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: Gratuities to the guide (Voluntary)​

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WHAT TO BRING:  Hat, Cap, Sunglasses, nonslip shoes, bug spray, Light & and comfortable clothes, and cash (USD) for souvenirs or temporary tattoos.