Private tour in Panama City Michelle P

Panama Canal and Colonial City

4.4

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Michelle P.

4.8

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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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Overview of your Panama City tour

The tour begins at the Miraflores Locks Visitors Center, one of the sets of locks in the Panama Canal, this is one of the closest to Panama City. You will observe the magnitude of this engineering marvel, which operates a century later using the same hydraulic system since its inception. We will continue with the historical tour at the Colonial City "Casco Antiguo" (Old Quarters), built in 1673 after "Old Panama City" was sacked and burnt. The predominant architectural style of the "Casco Antiguo" is French and Spanish colonial styles. Refresh your day with a Panamanian snow cone "rapao" with natural flavors.

Recent Reviews

Jeanne S.United States
December 2025

A very enjoyable tour. Michelle graciously accommodated our special requests.

Jacob K.United States
November 2025

We had a fantastic tour with Michelle seeing the rain forest, the Canal, and the old town. She is very knowledgeable and kept us on schedule to get us through everything we wanted to see.

Tammie G.
April 2025

Michelle is an amazing guide. She is very knowledgeable. She sets out to make sure you have the experience that you desire. She will adjust to your interests and capacity. For my group, we needed to minimize walking and intersperse the day with breaks. Michelle would park and then would go back to the car and come back and pick up up so my companions would not have to walk. She chatted with us answering all our questions. We told her our wishes for the day, and she made sure that was exactly what we did and nothing else. She took us to eat at a nice local restaurant as well. It was a treat. We could not have had a better experience! If you visit Panama City, book with Michelle.

Neil T.United States
June 2024

Very enjoyable tour with a knowledgeable tour guide who even spoke Spanish. We learnt about the Geisha Coffee in Panama, visited the old City and learned about the history of the Panama Canal. If you have time it is highly recommended to also visit the Agua Clara Locks on the Atlantic coast of Panama. #InformativeMichelle

Cliff R.United States
May 2024

First of all, my wife and I agree that she has been the best private guy that we've had through tours by locals. We're not saying that others were bad, quite the contrary. we've had consistently good luck with the tours from this organization. It is that Michelle stands out as the most knowledgeable about her best and generous in both comments and putting her yourself out for her clients. A rare find.

Your Panama City tour itinerary

7:30 am Pick up at your hotel 8:00 am visit the Miraflores Locks, Panama Canal 10:30 am driving to Amador and Former Canal Zone. 11:00 Sightseen to Panama Canal Administration Building, Bio museum 11:15 driving to Flamenco marina and time for pictures 11:30 driving to Colonial City 11:50 walking tour at Colonial City 13:30 driving back to your hotel

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

capacity 4 pax, SUV hyunday tucson 2018 a/c

What's included
Other: SUV HYUNDAY TUCSON, ENGLISH SPEAKING GUIDE, BOTTLE OF WATER ND PANAMANIAN SNOW CONE
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. LUNCH AND BEVERAGES MIRAFLORES VISITOR CENTER TICKETS PER PERSON,
Food Drinks Snacks
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Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
Layover
Tour reference number
551042
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

4.4

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Who is this private tour in Panamá City best suited for?

This private tour is perfect for travellers who want to explore the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal and the historical charm of the Colonial City "Casco Antiguo". It's suitable for families, including kids, and is wheelchair accessible, making it a great choice for seniors or those with mobility concerns. With Michelle P. as your guide, you'll gain deeper insights into the local culture and history.

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