San Pedro de Atacama, Chile
Ship transit viewing at Miraflores Locks
Panama City · Panama
About this experience
At the Miraflores Locks on the Panama Canal, huge ships pass through the lock system as the water level is raised or lowered. A vessel rises slowly inside the chamber as the gates open and close. Watching one of world trade's key passages work up close feels like a show of engineering.
You stand on the viewing terrace. The sun is strong in the open, so bring a hat and water. Transit timing depends on ship traffic, so stay flexible. Keep your camera ready for the moment the gates open and close.
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October · Panama City
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24°Average low
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