Capture the Wonders of Panama with Expert Guidance

Big Ships, Canal Waters, Monkeys & Indigenous Culture: A Half-Day Photo Adventure

Join Panama’s only Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer, Essdras M. Suarez, for an unforgettable half-day photography tour. Capture the wonders of Panama’s birds, wildlife, landscapes, and indigenous culture with expert guidance.

What’s Included:

• Hotel Pickup at Sunrise and drop-off at end of activity: Start your day with a pre-dawn pickup, ensuring perfect lighting conditions for your photos.
• Gatun Lake Cruise: Cruise the tranquil waters of Gatun Lake, where the Panama Canal begins. Enjoy birdwatching in an area recognized by the Audubon Society for its record-breaking diversity.
• Experience the Panama Canal Waters: Photograph massive container ships, private yachts, and more as you share this iconic route. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and manatees.
• Monkey Island Adventure: Visit Monkey Island to see and photograph squirrel monkeys, capuchins, and possibly howlers in their natural habitat.
• Cultural Immersion at Ella Puru: Visit the Embera indigenous village, learn about their rich culture, and enjoy a traditional meal of fried fish and plantains.
• Binoculars for you to borrow, a water bottle, and complimentary rain ponchos if needed.

Essdras M. Suarez will provide expert instruction throughout, ensuring you capture the best possible photos. This all-inclusive experience covers hotel transport, access fees, meals at Ella Puru, and the boat ride.