Full Day Fort San Lorenzo & Canal Expansion (Aqua Clara) Tour With Private Guide

Exploring the rich history and engineering marvels of Panama is an unforgettable experience. The Full Day Fort San Lorenzo & Canal Expansion (Aqua Clara) Tour with a private guide unveils the captivating 16th-century Fort San Lorenzo and the impressive Agua Clara Locks, part of the Panama Canal’s expansion. With comfortable transportation, bottled water, and a delicious lunch, this personalized adventure promises an insightful journey into the significance of these iconic sites. But the true treasure lies in the stories your knowledgeable guide will share, leaving you eager to uncover more.

Key Points

• Comprehensive full-day tour exploring Fort San Lorenzo and the Agua Clara Locks expansion of the Panama Canal with a private driver and guide.
• All-inclusive package covering transportation, entrance fees, lunch, and bottled water for a seamless and hassle-free experience.
• Flexible pickup options from cruise ports, airports, or hotels, with personalized attention for your group.
• Opportunity to learn about the fort’s historical significance and witness the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal expansion.
• Tour not recommended for travelers with certain medical conditions, but service animals are allowed.

Tour Overview

This tour provides a full-day experience exploring Fort San Lorenzo and the Agua Clara expansion of the Panama Canal.

Led by a private driver/guide, the tour includes air-conditioned transportation, bottled water, and lunch.

Guests will visit the historic Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the impressive Agua Clara locks, part of the Panama Canal expansion project.

The tour costs $159.99 per person, with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Pickup from the cruise port, airports, or Playa Bonita is available for an additional fee.

This private tour is designed for a personalized experience.

Inclusions

The tour includes several key amenities to enhance the experience.

Clients will have the services of a private driver and guide to provide personalized attention throughout the day. The air-conditioned vehicle offers comfort, and bottled water is provided.

Entrance fees to Fort San Lorenzo and the Agua Clara Visitor Center are covered. Lunch is also included, ensuring travelers can fully enjoy the tour without additional out-of-pocket expenses.

The tour also provides pickup from the hotel lobby or a designated area, as well as gratuities, making it a comprehensive and convenient package.

Pickup Information

Pickup from cruise port, airports, or Playa Bonita isn’t included in the free pickup zone and may incur extra fees.

The driver/guide meets clients in the hotel lobby or a designated area with a name sign. Clients must be at the meeting point on time; failure may result in tour cancellation without a refund.

The tour provides private transportation, so only your group participates. The tour isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems or serious medical conditions, but service animals are allowed.

The tour is near public transportation and stroller-accessible, though not wheelchair-accessible.

Tour Details

The tour starts at 8:30 AM, with confirmation received at booking.

Infant seats are available, but the tour isn’t recommended for travelers with back problems or serious medical conditions. Service animals are allowed, and the tour is near public transportation.

While the tour is stroller accessible, it’s not wheelchair accessible. This is a private tour, so only your group will participate.

The tour includes hotel pickup, bottled water, and a private driver/guide to escort you throughout the day. Lunch and gratuities are also included, along with entrance fees to Fort San Lorenzo and Agua Clara.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time). This gives travelers the flexibility to change their plans without penalty.

There’s also a Reserve Now and Pay Later option, allowing clients to book the tour now and pay later. This can be useful for those who need more time to finalize their travel arrangements.

The cancellation policy ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for all participants. Guests can book with confidence, knowing they can adjust their plans if needed without incurring any fees within the 24-hour window.

Exploring Fort San Lorenzo

Situated along the Chagres River, Fort San Lorenzo stands as a testament to Panama’s rich colonial history.

This UNESCO World Heritage site dates back to the 16th century, when it was constructed by the Spanish to defend against pirate attacks.

Visitors can explore the fort’s impressive stone walls, ramparts, and cannons, which offer panoramic views of the river and surrounding landscape.

Inside, guests can learn about the fort’s strategic importance and the battles that took place here over the centuries.

The tour provides an immersive experience, allowing travelers to step back in time and gain a deeper understanding of Panama’s past.

Visiting the Agua Clara Locks

After exploring the historic Fort San Lorenzo, the tour then takes visitors to witness the engineering marvel of the Agua Clara Locks. This state-of-the-art facility showcases the expansion of the Panama Canal, allowing larger ships to traverse the waterway. Guests will observe the intricate mechanics of the locks as they lift and lower vessels with precision. The experience highlights the technological advancements that have transformed global trade and transportation.

Fact	Detail
Height	57 feet
Length	1,400 feet
Width	180 feet
Capacity	Handle ships up to 170,000 DWT
Annual Traffic	Over 13,000 vessels

Highlights of the Tour

The Fort San Lorenzo Tour offers visitors a captivating glimpse into Panama’s rich history and engineering marvels.

Clients will explore the 16th-century Spanish fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn about its strategic importance in the colonial era.

Next, they’ll witness the impressive Agua Clara Locks, part of the Panama Canal’s recent expansion. Here, they’ll observe the canal’s massive lock system in action as ships traverse the waterway.

Throughout the tour, a knowledgeable private guide provides fascinating insights, ensuring guests fully appreciate the historical significance and engineering feats of these remarkable sites.

Sum Up

This full-day tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Panama’s rich history and engineering marvels. Visitors will experience the 16th-century Fort San Lorenzo, as well as the impressive Agua Clara Locks, part of the Panama Canal expansion. With comfortable transportation, refreshments, and a delicious lunch, this personalized adventure led by a knowledgeable guide is sure to provide an immersive and unforgettable experience.