Excursion Panama canal expansion tour at Colon

Discover the history, operation and expansion of the Panama Canal during this fascinating, full-day excursion to the 'Eighth Wonder of the World'.

Colon, Miraflores Locks Visitors Centre, Exhibition Halls, Huge Ships Crossing the Panama Canal

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Miraflores Locks Visitors Centre. Upon arrival, take an opportunity to pause and view the gargantuan ships that make their way through the series of locks on the Panama Canal; a truly fascinating experience to behold. Afterward, visit the four exhibition halls, organized by themes that constitute the heart of this centre.

Agua Clara Locks, Agua Clara Visitors Centre, Expansion Observation Platform, New Traffic Lane

Next, re-board your coach and head to the new Panama Canal locks, the Agua Clara Locks, and enjoy a boxed lunch served en route. The Panama Canal expansion is currently the largest engineering project in the world. Upon arrival at the Agua Clara Visitor Centre, head to the Expansion Observation Platform. Here, you can see and learn about how the canal has been expanded through the addition of a new traffic lane. This new lane created two new sets of locks, one on the Pacific and one on the Atlantic, which doubles the canal's capacity, and enables longer and wider vessels to transit. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Colon, Miraflores Locks & Visitors Centre, Ships Crossing the Panama Canal, Agua Clara Locks & Visitors Centre, Expansion Observation Platform, New Traffic Lane

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and at the Miraflores Locks; a lift is available. This tour is not suitable for guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, bottled water and a camera from the ship. Guests must be at least four years old to participate on this tour. The tour sequence may vary.