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Private tour in Colon Michelle Marie P
Caribbean Treasures: San Lorenzo Fort & Canal Wonders
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Hello! I'm Michelle, a passionate Panamanian tour guide who delights in connecting travelers with authentic experiences in Panama. I have a degree in Tourism, a Postgraduate in Higher Education, and a Master's in Sustainable Tourism Management. I honed my English skills at the University of Florida. With 21 years in tourism, I specialize in travel design and am a certified tour guide with expertise in Protected Areas, Wildlife Conservation, Interpretation, Water Safety, First Aid, birdwatching, whale-watching, and sustainable tourism. I cater to solo travelers, couples, families, friends, older adults, and large groups, where I share the history, diverse culture, adventures, and nature that Panama offers. Being a tour guide is not just a job; it's a passion. I enjoy meeting new people, sharing cultural perspectives, and facilitating memorable experiences that engage their senses. I am a proactive and realistic, winner of the 2023 Innovative Community Tourism Experiences competition. My mission is to promote sustainable tourism and contribute to local development through responsible and culturally enriching travel experiences. I am committed to using culture as a vehicle for sustainable development and adventure tourism. With pride, as a leader in my field, I look forward to continuing to positively impact sustainable development and cultural preservation through tourism. Greetings! - Vice President, Tour Guides Association - President, Based organization Community -NAI, National Association of Interpretation. -Bird-Watching Course -CITES Implementation and Wildlife Conservation for Developing Countries. -Water Safety -The Congress of Anthropology and History of Panama -Sustainable Observation of Cetaceans -The Protected Areas Specialized Tour Guide Program -Risk Management -Beginning Bird-Watching Course -Risk Management, First Aid and Water Safety Course I have my own SUVs vehicle with capacity for 4 persons. I can have a vehicle up from 5 to 45 guest upon request
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Explore Ancient Fortresses, Tropical Rainforests & Modern Engineering Marvel
Overview of your Colon tour
Journey into Panama’s lush Caribbean rainforest, where breathtaking landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and centuries of history come together. Enjoy panoramic views of the tropical forest from the San Lorenzo Visitor Center before continuing along scenic roads, with opportunities to spot monkeys, sloths, toucans, and other fascinating wildlife. Discover the impressive San Lorenzo Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the mouth of the Chagres River and the Caribbean Sea, and uncover stories of pirates, colonial trade, and Panama’s strategic past. On your return journey, visit the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center to witness massive ships navigating the expanded Panama Canal and admire spectacular views of Gatun Lake.
Your Colon tour itinerary
Pick-up from the cruise port in Colón. Scenic drive through the lush tropical rainforest of San Lorenzo Protected Area. Stop at the San Lorenzo Visitor Center to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding rainforest. Continue along the scenic forest road toward San Lorenzo Fort, with opportunities to spot monkeys, sloths, tropical birds, and other wildlife along the way. Guided visit to the historic San Lorenzo Fort, overlooking the mouth of the Chagres River and the Caribbean Sea. Discover the fascinating history of the fortress, pirates, and Spanish colonial trade routes. On the return journey, visit the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center to learn about the Panama Canal expansion and observe ships transiting the locks, subject to vessel schedules. Enjoy panoramic views of Gatun Lake. Return transfer to the cruise port in Colón.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv
capacity 4 pax, SUV Jetour 2025
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Colon 2000 Duty Free Mall, Paseo Gorgas, Colón, Panama
out from the port and wait at Sosa y Arango store
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