Colon, Panama Cruises

Colon, Panama Cruise Port

Situated on the Caribbean Sea, Colon is a city at the entrance to the Panama Canal from the Caribbean. During the construction of the Panama Canal, Colon grew in popularity and is now the second largest city in Panama. Colon is also the world’s second largest duty-free shopping port. It’s also home to the Panama Railroad, the world’s first transcontinental railway, which was created to meet the high demand of the Gold Rush as a fast route to California. This import/export trading hub also contains historic fortresses, old ruins, lush rainforests and a vibrant culture. Contact our expert consultants for help planning your cruise to Colon, Panama. Featured below are a few of our favorite experiences for the cruise port of Colon, Panama:

• Visit the country’s rainforests where you can see thousands of native plant species, hundreds of different species of birds, furry sloths and many more native animals.
   
• Discover the great ruins of Fort San Lorenzo which also offer incredible views of the city.
   
• See the Panama Canal locks in action at the Gatun Locks and see why the Panama Canal is one of the Seven Man-Made Wonders of the World.   
   
• Relax on the tranquil beaches of La Isla Grande with the beautiful white beaches and blue water where you can also scuba dive, snorkel and surf.