Description
The best way to see Panama City is from the Pacific Ocean! Panama City Kayaking allows you to see the modern skyline of Panama City which is constantly evolving. Panama City has 23 of the 45 tallest buildings in Latin America. People like to compare Panama City to Dubai or Miami because of all the tall buildings next to the ocean.
The Panama City Kayaking has two options: sunrise or sunset. Paddling will always be done with high tide which can reach up to 18 feet, which avoids having to walk on rocks. There will be a safety briefing before the tour starts where paddling techniques will be explained. This takes about 30 minutes before the paddling starts. No previous experience is necessary since there are no strong currents.
Those who pick the sunrise kayak tour will start at 5:30 a.m. or earlier at the Santo Domingo beach in Casco Viejo. Panama City Kayaking at sunset starts from the Punta Paitilla Park at 4 p.m. Those that pick the sunset tour will end in Casco Viejo where they can go see the sunset in a rooftop bar or have dinner in a restaurant in Casco Viejo.
Paddling across the bay takes between 45 to 60 minutes. Views include Punta Paitilla and Punta Pacifica, followed by the Cinta Costera or Avenida Balboa. In the distance there is the Island of Taboga, Amador Islands and Causeway and the vessels waiting to enter the Panama Canal. The end of the journey is Casco Viejo where you will go around Las Bovedas Monument to reach Santo Domingo beach. Or vice versa if you take a sunrise tour.
Includes:
- Kayaks and paddles
- Gear
- Guide
- Taxes
Available: year round.
Time: 2 hours.
What to bring? comfortable clothes such as shorts, sneakers or strapped sandals, hat, rain jacket or dry bag in the rainy season, and waterproof camera.
Important information: This tour requires a minimum of two passengers. It can be booked for a single person if the price for two people is paid. If others book for the same date, the price difference will be refunded based on the total number of participants. The maximum group size is 12 people per excursion. Participants in the Panama City kayaking activity must be between 14 and 70 years old; minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
We use “sit-in” (enclosed) expedition kayaks (double or single), equipped with life jackets, paddles, and all necessary gear. If we decide to cancel the excursion for safety reasons—at our sole discretion—you will receive a full refund. Rain generally does not prevent the activity from taking place. The Panama City kayaking excursion (at sunrise or sunset) may not be available every day, as high tide is required to conduct it. Please check available dates before making your reservation.