The Panama Canal
Watch giant ships transit the locks of one of the world's greatest engineering feats.
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Destinations
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At a glance
Panama connects two oceans — and two very different trips: the engineering marvel of the Canal and cosmopolitan Panama City on one side, palm-fringed Caribbean islands on the other.
Climate
26–31°C, dry season Dec–Apr
Tropical. Dry, sunny winters; Atlantic hurricane season peaks Sep–Oct.
Currency
US Dollar (USD)
The US dollar is legal tender (alongside the Balboa)
Entry
Visa-free
Canadians can stay visa-free up to 90 days with a valid passport
Language
Spanish
Watch giant ships transit the locks of one of the world's greatest engineering feats.
Panama City's UNESCO old quarter of plazas, rooftop bars and colonial churches.
Hundreds of tiny palm-topped islands run by the Indigenous Guna people.
Passport: A valid Canadian passport is required. Canadians can stay visa-free up to 90 days with a valid passport.
Travel insurance: Provincial health plans don't cover medical emergencies abroad — comprehensive travel insurance is essential.
Power & plugs: Type A/B outlets at 110–120V, same as Canada. No adapter needed at most resorts.
Money: Resorts run largely cashless; bring a credit card plus some small bills for tips and local vendors.
Dry, sunny and warm — the most popular time for Canadians.
Hotter and more humid, with fewer crowds and lower prices.
Peak of the Atlantic hurricane season; watch forecasts.
Where to stay
Panama offers a range of bases — here's how to choose the right area for your trip.
Pacific
A skyline capital with the Canal, old town and beaches within reach.
Caribbean
A laid-back archipelago of overwater cabins and reefs.
Pacific
Quiet Pacific islands of white sand and clear water.
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Good to know
Everything Canadian travellers ask before booking
Visa-free. Canadians can stay visa-free up to 90 days with a valid passport.
Approximately ~6h from Toronto. Times vary by gateway and season.
December to April offers the driest, sunniest weather. The summer months are hotter but quieter and better value.
US Dollar (USD). The US dollar is legal tender (alongside the Balboa).
Yes — it's strongly recommended. Provincial health plans don't cover medical emergencies abroad.
For most Canadians, yes — meals, drinks and activities are bundled at a strong fixed price, making budgeting easy.