Birding Pipeline Road from Panama City or Gamboa
At a glance
Birding Pipeline Road from Panama City or Gamboa is a 5h – 6h small-group experience in Gamboa, Panama, operated by Guided Bird Tours. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $175 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Stop for Lunch (optional) - Birders pay for their own meals..
Highlights
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 4 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h – 6h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Pipeline Road Panama is one of the best places in Panama for tropical birds exceeding the 400+ species.
What's included
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Stop for Lunch (optional) - Birders pay for their own meals.
Itinerary
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Stop 1
We will drive along the Panama Canal to the mid way point, the town of Gamboa, where we will do some of the best birding in Panama along the Pipeline Road.
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Stop 2 · 4h
- First stop in the wetlands near the entrance to Pipeline
- Then to the fragmented forest and forest edges near the entrance to Pipeline Road.
- And continue In search of birds in the forest along Pipeline Road inside Soberania National Park for some of the best birding in Panama! -
Stop 3 · 2h
Enchanting place located next to Pipeline Road private trails, with observation tower 32m high, hummingbirds feeders, monkeys, frogs and hundreds of chanting birds.
Early access to the tower gives you the advantage to spot canopy birds, raptors and more. -
Stop 4
We will actually spend most of the day inside the park. We will drive through it on the way to and from Gamboa, and both Pipeline Road and the Discover Center Tower are insdie Soberania National Park.
Meeting point
We can meet you in Gamboa at the local convenience store.
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Lunch Stop Included - Birders pay for their own meals.
- Light clothing is recommended: cotton shirts or t-shirts - earth colors preferable- long (preferable) and short pants, poncho, hiking shoes, hat, insect repellent and sun block. Dress as for tropical hot humid weather and be ready for rain.
- Bring binoculars, scope (optional), field guide, notebook and camera (optional).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Birding Pipeline Road from Panama City or Gamboa take?
The experience lasts about 5h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $175 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
All Fees and Taxes; Air-conditioned vehicle; Stop for Lunch (optional) - Birders pay for their own meals..
Where does it start?
We can meet you in Gamboa at the local convenience store.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Gamboa.
