Diane T.United States
Clemente was a wonderful guide. He has studied the Panama Canal in detail and was able to answer our questions. He put together a broad tour so that we felt like we knew the many sides of Panama city.
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Private tour in Panama City Clemente A
Panama City and Canal Grand Tour Private Excursion
4.9
(219) reviews
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6 hours
30 minutes
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Private tour for 1-2 people
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6 hours
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Clemente A.
4.9
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I start working as a guide 30 years ago, when I just got out of high school, dealing with sailors and yachters from all around the world. My job consisted of taking them around to the local officials to do their paper work in order to transit the Panama Canal. I also helped them find parts and supplies, linehandling there boats true the Canal. Years later, I stepped into another type of guiding, I started to drive a taxi and I usually offered my services at the local Hotels, taking the customers to places like Portobelo, San Lorenzo, Panama city and other places. I saw the necessity to Learn about these places, so I started buying and studying literature of the most visited sites in Panama, I made excursion almost all around the country. By the year 2000 with the arrival of cruise ships to the port of Colon 2000 and Cristobal, I started to offer my guiding services to the cruise ship passengers. I combined my passion for touring with my permanent job at the Panama Canal, I am a Panama Canal (the best goverment employer in the country) employee for almost 20 years. I born in Panama 49 years ago, I have lived all of my life in this bless country , married. I have six (6) kids (yes six!!!) four boys, two girls, love them all. I live in the country in a small town between Panama city and Colon. I believe that time is one of the biggest value a person have, for me guiding is not about the money, I love people and I love to take them around my country, at that moment I become an ambassador of Panama. My Joy is to know people enjoy my tour and all I did to make sure they get all that I promise to deliver and more, having a good time. Universidad Tecnologica de Panama Licenciado en Operaciones Maritimas y Portuarias. Universidad de Panamá Licenciado en Derecho y Ciencias Políticas. Professional drivers licence. ATTT(Autoridad de Transito Y Transporte Terrestre). Defense driving course Panama canal Authority. Basic Security Officer Training Series, by The Professional Security Network. Customer Service: Everything start with me Panama canal Authority. Launch Operator licence, issue by the Panama Canal Authority. CPR course completed. Given by the Panama Canal Authority. none
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Discover the secrets of Panama with a knowledgeable private local guide.
Overview of your Panama City tour
During this amazing full day tour you will see all the most popular sights , Miraflores Visitors Center at The Panama Canal, Panama Canal Administration Building, Ancon Hill (200mts. ) Best view of Panama City from this point, The Amador Causeway, drive along the locks on the Pacific side of the Canal, also drive true the rainforest of Soberania National Park (Camino de Cruses 1597), drive over the Panama Canal, View the continental divide at the Culebra Cut. Casco Viejo 1673 (old town), French Plaza, Bolivar Plaza, National Theater Presidencial Plaza, Independance Plaza, Saint Joseph Church (Home of the Golden Altar), Panama Viejo (1519) founded by the Spanish and experience the best parts of the city with a local guide. I will also show you the special things that make touring with us special. The price listed is for 2 pax, but I have the capacity to service larger groups.
Recent Reviews
Lee A.United States
Clemente has a deep knowledge of the history of Panama and about the canal. He timed our tour so we could see the first ship of the transit through the locks and brought us to a terrific local restaurant for lunch. Highly recommend
Kim S.United States
Clemente gave us a great tour of Panama. He timed the pickup so we could see the entire process of a ship going through the locks. The IMAX film at Miraflores was very good. His tour was very comprehensive - I felt like I got a really good feel of what Panama City has to offer. I was happy that the day neither tour we had time to visit the Canal Museum which provided so much great history on the canal. Then Clemente’s tour really brought everything we learned to life.
Kenneth E.United States
Clemente has all the positive qualities you expect in a tour guide. He has an amazing knowledge of the history, culture, and highlights of Panama City and environs. And he presents information in a way that is easy to understand and appreciate. In addition, he is fully prepared to accommodate those with mobility limits. Well done Clemente!
Ira K.United States
Excellent tour. Clemente is a terrific guide. He is very knowledgeable about the area, responsive to the particular interests of his guests, & very friendly. He customized our tour to give us exactly the experience we wanted as first time visitors to Panama but also considering relocating to the area.
Kimberly B.United States
Clemente was the perfect person to lead our day in Panama City. Starting with our planning messages, he was attentive, professional and punctual. The day he picked us up from the ship, he lead us on a wonderful, well rounded tour of all of the things that make Panama City special. We especially liked his attention to detail . We enjoyed seeing a few ships pass through the canal, we loved seeing the sloths and other wildlife on our hike, we learned about early Panama history at the National Park and Old Panama, and we enjoyed traditional Panamanian foods at a wonderful local restaurant. Clemente spent time sharing stories, history and facts about the Panama Canal and the US Canal Zone, took us over the bridge and toured the old base areas and headquarters. We enjoyed a walking tour of the colonial area of Panama City, including important squares, churches and the waterfront. He was a true blessing as our tourguude and we learned and saw so much. We highly recommend Clemente.
Your Panama City tour itinerary
Our day and the time we start the tour is flexible and is meant to accommodate your schedule and interest After meeting we depart to the Panama Canal, Miraflores Visitors Center. From Miraflores, we drive to Soberanía National Park, where we will view and learn abouth the trail that was used by the Natives, Spanish, Pirates , California Gold seekers, etc. After visit to trail in the Park, we drive over the Panama Canal, on the Centenial Bridge, at the continental divide. From there we drive back in to the city, through the former Army Base Forth Clayton, today home to some of the most expensive Private schools in Panama, U. N regional offices, New US Embassy etc. Depending on traveler we could stop for lunch. After lunch break we visit the Amador Causeway, Fourth of July avenue, General Noriega former Headquaters at El Chorrillo. From there we drive to Old Town Casco Antiguo. At last we drive to Panama Viejo this may be affected by bad traffic and wheather.
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation
We will take a private vehicle and also do some walking.
What's included
Other: My services as your personal tour guide and transportation in a private vehicle to and from the cruise ship terminal or Hotel, and around the city.
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: You are responsible for purchasing any items of a personal nature related to shopping, souvenirs, snacks, and restaurant meal. Also admission fees ranging from $4 to $20USD. ** Prices are subject to change **
Meeting location
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Layover
City Highlights
Tour reference number
37730
Languages
Spanish
EnglishActivity level
Light
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Traveller reviews
4.9
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Who is this private tour in Panamá best suited for?
This private tour in Panamá is perfect for travellers who want to explore the city's most popular sights with the guidance of a knowledgeable local. It's ideal for those interested in history, culture, and the natural beauty of Panama, including the Panama Canal, Soberanía National Park, and the historic districts of Casco Viejo and Panama Viejo. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.
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6 hours
30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-2 people
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Tour date
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6 hours
30 minutes
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Tour date
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