Panama Canal Transit
The iconic crossing from the Atlantic to the Pacific (or vice versa). Full transit takes 8-10 hours through the Gatun, Pedro Miguel and Miraflores locks. Available on Royal Caribbean, Princess, Norwegian and Holland America.
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The iconic crossing from the Atlantic to the Pacific (or vice versa). Full transit takes 8-10 hours through the Gatun, Pedro Miguel and Miraflores locks. Available on Royal Caribbean, Princess, Norwegian and Holland America.
Combine the Panama Canal with Caribbean islands like Cartagena, Cozumel, Grand Cayman and Puerto Rico. Ideal for 10-14 day itineraries departing from Fort Lauderdale or Miami.
Explore the Pacific coast with stops in Panama (Fuerte Amador), Costa Rica (Puntarenas), Guatemala and Mexico. Perfect for nature and wildlife lovers.
Cross the canal between oceans on repositioning voyages. Unique 14-21 day trips at competitive prices.
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Browse Cruises opens in a new windowThe cruise season runs from October to May. The driest months (December to April) are the most popular, but you can find great deals during shoulder season.
Most cruise passengers can enter Panama visa-free for the duration of the port stop. However, check the requirements for your nationality before traveling.
A full transit takes between 8 and 10 hours. Partial transits (turning at Gatun Lake) are shorter, around 4-6 hours.
Yes! We have tours and activities in Panama that you can book for your port day. Check our search page for available options.