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Gamboa, a small picturesque town in the Republic of Panama, is located on the Chagres River at the point where it feeds into Lake Gatun. Just 30 minutes from Panama City, Gamboa was built in 1911 during the construction of the Panama Canal.
Gamboa is adjacent to large areas of almost undisturbed rainforest. It is home to a variety of tropical species including Caymans, crocodiles, opossums, jaguarondis, and iguanas. Pipeline Road is a trail that follows an old pipeline and is one of the world's best bird-watching sites on the migratory route between North and South America. Encounter the toucan, great egret, and thousands of other bird species. ...
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The aerial tram offers an adventure into the jungle canopy. You'll be eye to eye with the tropical creatures and birds. Delight in the sounds of the deep tropical rainforest.
The Gatun Lake boasts a plentiful variety of fish including peacock bass, tarpon, and snook. You can fish without limit or restriction.
A boat ride on the Panama Canal will take you to hidden islands where Howler and Cappuccino monkeys make their home. This unique tour allows you to observe wild monkeys, sloths, turtles and alligators in their natural habitat. On the boat ride, you may see huge international container ships as they pass through the canal. The adventurous sports lover will want to kayak in the waters of the Panama Canal.
The Chagres river tour is another way to observe the lush plant and fascinating animal life of the rainforest.
The Gamboa Rainforest Resort is the main attraction of the town and tourists from all over the world come here for access to a jungle paradise. The Resort has developed the Embera and Wounaa Indian Reservations and a visit will give you a glimpse into the Indian culture and society.
Escape to Gamboa. Watch spectacular sunrises over the lake. Discover and observe a myriad of tropical animal life. Relax, unwind and enjoy nature at its best.
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The currency used in Gamboa, Panama is Balboa but the United States Dollar is also widely accepted.
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Temperatures in Gamboa range from 32°C during the day time and fall to around 20°C in the evenings. Temperatures vary little throughout the year.
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The voltage used is 110V.
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The language spoken in Gamboa, Panama is Spanish but many people also speak English.
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The time zone in Gamboa, Panama is GMT (UTC) -5.
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Documents required to visit Gamboa
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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