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Is the Gatun Lake Eco Tour Worth It? Celebrity Cruises Colón, Panama Review. Port Tips / Suggestions

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Other · SpringFrom Colón

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Creator's Key Takeaways

So, we say don't do this tour. Save yourself 100 bucks or do take that hundred bucks and invested in something better.

But the big reason you go on this ecoour is to see animals. And I'm a little bit of a bird nerd. And I was really looking forward to seeing all the cool birds.

not kind of disappointing on the wildlife perspective. So, would you recommend people take it? I would not.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Sit on the right side of the bus for the best view of the locks when crossing the bridge.
Forgo the souvenir shop at the rainforest reserve and wait until you get back to the port area for more choices and cheaper prices.
Avoid the kayak tour if you want to avoid hard paddling.
Bring bug spray, though they personally did not see many insects in mid-April.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Yellow Fever and insectsThey didn't see any bugs in mid-April, but suggested bringing bug spray.
Safety and crime in Panama CityHeeded the ship historian's advice and stayed within the port/tour areas rather than going out on their own.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Gatun Lake Eco Tour worth it?
QWhat are the best shore excursions in Colón, Panama?
QAre there safety concerns regarding yellow fever or crime in Colón?

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Port Highlights

Colón
Top: Gatun Lake Eco Tour ($100 a person)
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YouTube Video Description

Are you planning a Panama Canal cruise and wondering which shore excursion in Colón, Panama is worth your time? In this video, we review the Celebrity Cruises Gatun Lake Eco Tour, one of the most popular excursions for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts visiting the Panama Canal. Join us as we travel into the heart of Gatun Lake, where we experience the biodiversity of the Panama Canal watershed. Along the way, we'll search for monkeys, tropical birds, sloths, crocodiles, and other native wildlife while learning about the fascinating history and engineering behind one of the world's greatest waterways. We'll also share our honest review of this Celebrity Cruises shore excursion, including what to expect, the level of physical activity, transportation, value for the price, and whether we think it's worth booking. Plus, we'll discuss several alternative excursions in Colón if you're looking for a different experience during your port stop. In This Video: ✔️ Celebrity Cruises Gatun Lake Eco Tour review ✔️ Wildlife spotting on Gatun Lake ✔️ Boat ride through the rainforest ✔️ Tour cost and value for money ✔️ Pros and cons of this shore excursion ✔️ Our recommendation for cruise passengers ✔️ Alternative excursions in Colón, Panama Whether you're sailing through the Panama Canal for the first time or returning for another unforgettable cruise, this excursion offers an up-close look at Panama's incredible wildlife and lush tropical rainforest. If you're trying to choose the best excursion in Colón, this review will help you decide if the Gatun Lake Eco Tour is the right fit for your vacation. 👍 Have you taken the Gatun Lake Eco Tour or another excursion in Colón? Let us know your favorite Panama Canal experience in the comments! 00:00 Colon Intro 00:24 Gatun Lake Eco Tour 00:45 Ride to Gatun Lake 01:20 Eco Reserve 03:38 Boat Tour 04:50 Sloths and Monkeys? 06:20 Kayak Eco Tour 06:40 Yellow Fever Considerations 07:10 Alternative Colon Excursions 08:00 Closing Thoughts Sunshine Vagabonds are a retired couple from Florida catching up on travel we missed while we were working and raising our children. Follow along with us as we look for fun, beautiful locales and places across Florida, the country and the world. Follow Us on our Socials! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sunshine.vagabonds/ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/sunshinevagabonds/ Travel Blog: https://sunshinevagabonds.com/ Travel VLog #PanamaCanal #ColonPanama #CelebrityCruises #CruiseExcursion #GatunLake #EcoTour #PanamaCruise #ShoreExcursion #Wildlife #Rainforest #CruiseReview #CruiseTips #TravelVlog #PanamaTravel #CruiseVacation