The 10 Best Day Trips from in Portobelo, Colon Province

April 12, 2022 Emerita Lamoureux

Discover the best top things to do in Portobelo, Panama including Private Portobelo + 2 Caribbean Beaches, Snorkel & Kayak, Historic Portobelo and Panama Canal Sightseeing Tour with Scenic Train Ride, PRIVATE TOUR to the Caribbean Coast (3 islands: Grande, Mamey and Monkey island) and Historic Portobelo Fort, Discover the Spanish Colonial Fortresses in Panama, Adventure to islands at the Caribbean, Private day tour to the Caribbean: Grande Island and Portobelo, Colon Tour Agua Clara Expansion Locks + Portobelo, Colon Tour Agua Clara Expansion Locks + Portobelo + Panama-Colon Train, White Sands Beach in Portobelo .
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1. Private Portobelo + 2 Caribbean Beaches

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- Explore the history of Colon and walk were pirates and Spanish conquerors did more than 400 years ago - Visit the old Spanish forts, the old customs house built in the 1600's and enter the Black Christ Church and more - See with your own eyes, the beautiful bay named by Christopher Columbus as Portobelo - Relax and enjoy the sun setting at Playa Blanca beach, pristine green Caribbean waters - Taste the Caribbean coconut milk based seafood... yummy yummy Important:  *This tour is offered from hotels in Panama City.   * Requests from resorts outside of Panama City such as Gamboa, Playa Bonita, Decameron or Playa Blanca will have an additional cost

Inclusions: Bottled water, Beverages, Snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By donaldandtrishm

Sorhay is an amazing woman. She was prompt, friendly and just all around amazing!! Very knowledgeable about Panama and made us feel like family. She could see what an amazing time I was having and made sure I got my fill. I can't thank her enough for the wonderful memories! At least this was one thing that we could still do with everything closed because of the virus. Sorhay was wonderful and having a private tour made it even better!! Best tour I have ever booked!!!

2. Snorkel & Kayak

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On a private island, the opportunity to do snorkel and kayak is limitless, experience the Atlantic coast of Panama, beautiful beach and of course the view underwater is spectacular, the coral and different species of fish. Continue your adventure with one activity to strengthen the arms and to please the eyes. Experience Portobello in a fashionable way, not only to learn of the history that was written by Spanish, indigenous and slaves but also to discover the remaining part of that history, that includes the Atlantic Ocean that gave access to the port, and custom. Surely, why not, discover what is also under the water, within the ocean. This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Kayak Equipment, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Lunch, Bottled water, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: WiFi on board, Gratuities

Reviewed By CharlieinTexas

Two hours from Panama City, without traffic. Windy road, but not too bad, last 30 minutes, but some nice views of the countryside. Nice small town with several restaurants, lots of nature-based things to do.

3. Historic Portobelo and Panama Canal Sightseeing Tour with Scenic Train Ride

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Visit three different cities and three different centuries on this fascinating tour of Panama. Journey to the world heritage site of Portobelo where you can see the ruins of this once wealthy city. Then it’s onto the Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Complete your tour with a picturesque train ride from Colon to Panama City. This day tour throughout Panama brings you history, culture, technology and more. Be sure you don’t miss out! This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities

Reviewed By Tomadss

It was an amazing tour, the guides, the transportation and most important the destination!! Snorkeling in the Panamanian Caribbean was amazing, all the colorful little fishs, the starfishs and the gorgeous reefs!! I was really amazed by how much beauty we can find underwater in Panama! It was also great to kayaking around the Island enjoying the amazing view and weather that the Caribbean can offer us!! Knowing about Portobello and it's history completes the tour!

4. PRIVATE TOUR to the Caribbean Coast (3 islands: Grande, Mamey and Monkey island) and Historic Portobelo Fort

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Join us on our one-day Caribbean Coast adventure, visiting three pristine islands (Isla Grande, Isla Linton and Isla Mamey) and the old world town of Portobelo. Experience the other side of Panama, with its Caribbean charm, vivid history and afro-latin rhythms. Only 2.5 hours away from Panama City, you will be immersed in a different world of pristine beaches, turquoise waters and colorful culture. ‘Puerto Bello, ’the Beautiful Port, was named by Christopher Columbus in 1502, when he landed here on his fourth New World voyage. Since it was common during that time to abbreviate Spanish names, the beautiful port quickly became known as simply ‘Portobelo.’ We offer you the BEST: - Timely pick up from your lodging in Panama City - Spacious and comfortable transportation with friendly and knowledgeable drivers. - Expert native guides. - Excellent customer service. We are available to help you with any questions or needs.

Inclusions: Drink: Bottle of water, Roundtrip transportation from your Panama City lodging to the Port., Boat transportation all day, Air-conditioned vehicle, Islands entrance fees, Guide throughout the day

Exclusions: Transportation from the Playa Bonita area has an additional charge of $ 15 per person (min 2), Lunch

Reviewed By Sunshinegirl300

Captain Nano was very laid-back and willing to adjust the tour to our desires. He was very knowledgeable and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him. The meal was delicious and he is a very gracious host! Our driver, Daniel, was wonderful! We even managed to catch up with him later in the day and he told us about the local ruins, and even saw him on the drive back to Panama City. We knew if we needed help he was nearby (we drove ourselves to/from three marina)! They are a great company to work with!

5. Discover the Spanish Colonial Fortresses in Panama

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Starting this adventure aboard the Panama Railway is one of the great train journeys in the world. In addition to its colorful history, the railway follows a scenic route through the Isthmus of Panama. Then we invite you invite you to discover the fortresses of the Spaniards on the Atlantic Coast of Panama, you will observe the architectural wonder of the colonial era, the great nature that borders the fortresses. we will walk where the soldiers of the Spanish kingdom were defending the passage through the community of chagres that constitute a magnificent example of the military architecture of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Later we will visit Portobelo which is a natural port and a village located in the Republic of Panama. It was one of the most important towns in America. At the end we will close with a stop at the famous Playa la Angosta where you can swim in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean of the Panamanian Caribbean

Inclusions: Bottled water, Please indicate whether you take sugar-free or normal soda, Train ticket, ticket to San Lorenzo, Certified guide, Promotion every child from 0 to 11 years old will only pay at $ 50.00 surcharge in cash or credit card

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Coffee and/or Tea

Reviewed By 855zacm

Excellent experience and the best thing we've done near Panama City! Our guide Eustacio came to pick us up right from our apartment in Panama City and was brilliant! He spoke great English, was super friendly and was knowledgeable about the region and the wildlife. We saw three different types of monkeys, many different birds, and got to feed the capuchins a little from the boat. It was obvious that Eustacio respected the nature and wasn't trying to exploit the animals. When we got a little unlucky with the monkeys to begin with, we stayed out longer than planned and visited extra areas to make sure we got to see them.

6. Adventure to islands at the Caribbean

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Full day tour with round trip private transportation to beautiful beaches at the caribbean sea in Panama, visiting 3 islands, a pool-like swimming area in the middle of the sea, go through the Tunnel of Love in a mangrove forest and visit the spanish colonial port of Portobelo.

Inclusions: Landing and facility fees in Mamey Island and Grande Island, Bottled water, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned van, Private transportation, Boat tour

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By PolPop6770

A must do experience while visiting Panama. It is a personalized tour that includes the history the canal and Panama. The tour also includes a boat ride in the canal lake to Monkey Island where the monkeys are adorable and fun.

7. Private day tour to the Caribbean: Grande Island and Portobelo

Safe Transportation Panama

Round-trip from Panama City to a private beach in Isla Grande at the Caribbean Sea with beautiful sand and cristal clear water. This is a perfect day trip combining nature, outdoors and history.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Landing and facility fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages

Reviewed By PolPop6770

A must do experience while visiting Panama. It is a personalized tour that includes the history the canal and Panama. The tour also includes a boat ride in the canal lake to Monkey Island where the monkeys are adorable and fun.

8. Colon Tour Agua Clara Expansion Locks + Portobelo

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Learn first hand from our experts about the Expansion of Panama Canal, interesting facts and data. Get and exceptional view of Gatun lake and the new bridge built in the atlantic side of Panama Canal. Get an insight of the history of Portobelo and how important what for the spanish. All done with your local friend like guide

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By tallboywonder

This was a very good tri. One of my fav. Everything was done well and I totally enjoyed it. A fabulous thing to add to your TO DO LIST.

9. Colon Tour Agua Clara Expansion Locks + Portobelo + Panama-Colon Train

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Take trip on board of the first transoceanic train in the world ever, riding along the Panama Canal, to reach Colon City to continue your Colon Tour. Learn first hand from our experts about the Expansion of Panama Canal, interesting facts and data. Get and exceptional view of Gatun lake and the new bridge built in the atlantic side of Panama Canal. Get an insight of the history of Portobelo and how important what for the spanish. All done with your local friend like guide

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Train tickets (25.00 USD), Aguas Claras Locks tickets (15.00 USD)

Reviewed By tallboywonder

This was a very good tri. One of my fav. Everything was done well and I totally enjoyed it. A fabulous thing to add to your TO DO LIST.

10. White Sands Beach in Portobelo

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This is a great opportunity to spend time on the Atlantic coast and to experience the Atlantic Ocean. This is fascinating because, first we drive through Portobelo National Park to the town, it is a short trip, second, we take a ride on a boat to make it to the destination, white sands beaches. Minimum / Maximum Participants: This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants. This tour will have a maximum of 10 participants. If your party size is larger than 10 participants kindly send us an inquiry.

Inclusions: Lunch, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities

Reviewed By Tomadss

It was an amazing tour, the guides, the transportation and most important the destination!! Snorkeling in the Panamanian Caribbean was amazing, all the colorful little fishs, the starfishs and the gorgeous reefs!! I was really amazed by how much beauty we can find underwater in Panama! It was also great to kayaking around the Island enjoying the amazing view and weather that the Caribbean can offer us!! Knowing about Portobello and it's history completes the tour!

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