Aerial Tram & Ecological Encounter
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Port
Gatun Lake, Panama
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,14,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$114.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
The Aerial Tram travels a half-mile through the canopy of the forest. It takes you from the shadowy forest floor through the understory and into the sun-drenched canopy of 247 acres of rain forest.
The surrounding flora and fauna typical is of Panama. Species such as the guarumo (trumpet tree), mangavillo, higo de Montaña, espave (wild cashew) and balsa thrive here. This impressive plant diversity is the food source for all kinds of indigenous animals, including coatimundi, peccary, howler monkeys, squires, capibarra and sloth. Beautiful birds such as toucans, trogons, parrots, and momots are also plentiful.
Reptiles and amphibians found in the Panamanian forest include caimans, iguanas, and dozens of species of frogs.
Quite literally at the bottom of the food chain is the world of insects, many of which are beautifully colored -- butterflies, dragonflies, cicadas and others. Visit the herpetarium-like exhibits where frogs, butterflies, and even orchids play their part in the tropical ecosystem.
Notes:
Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Minimum age is 6 years. This excursion departs from Gatún Lake and ends in Colón, where you will rejoin the ship. Tour departure times may vary due to local authority clearance and will be announced on board the ship. The Panama Canal Authority assigns specific time slots for the transit of each vessel transiting the locks; the arrival of the ship in Colón may be delayed. Be prepared for such a delay by bringing any needed medication or essential items on tour. Facilities are available at the terminal in Colón while you are waiting for the ship's arrival.