Many cruise line companies offer Panama Canal cruise vacation itineraries. Travelers, therefore, have numerous options to choose from based on vacation budget, ship size and length of cruise.

Large Cruise Ships
Among the large cruise line offering Panama Canal sailings are Holland America, Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Lines (888-CARNIVAL) and Norwegian.

The luxury Crystal Cruises and Princess Cruises which attracts romantic travelers, also offer Panama Canal cruises.

During the voyage, vacationers get to sail through the famous Panama Canal, observe wildlife and get to experience different land-based adventures.

Medium and Small Ship Cruising

Smaller cruise ships have the advantage of being able to get closer to some of the isles rich with wildlife.

Abercrombie & Kent (www.abercrombiekent.com) features an expert naturalist guide that can point out animals and plants in the area.

Seabourn Cruise Line offers its passengers suite accommodations and luxury service. Panama Canal sailings usually last 14 days in lenght.

The luxury Windstar Cruises (www.windstarcruises.com) offers several sailings that pass through the Panama Canal.

When to Go
Itineraries to the Panama Canal are usually offered from October to April. Most cruises can be booked through a travel agent, online or over the phone.