Ride a unique 600‑meter aerial tram over the canopy of Soberanía National Park, then meet rescued sloths and explore butterfly, frog and orchid exhibits. Ideal for wildlife watchers and families, this half‑day tour blends canopy perspectives with hands‑on conservation learning.
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You step off the minivan into humid air threaded with bird calls; the tram gondola hums as it lifts you above a green ceiling of buttress roots and epiphytes. The 600‑meter aerial tram carves a slow, steady arc across the canopy and deposits you at an observation tower where the rainforest falls away to reveal Soberanía National Park, the Chagres River and a slice of the Panama Canal — and, on clear days, the distant roofs of Emberá villages.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal walking and no technical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Soberanía’s forests lie along the Chagres watershed, long central to Panama’s colonial and canal-era history; conservation efforts seek to protect the same corridors that enabled canal construction and river transit.
Conservation
The Sloth Sanctuary operates on rescue, rehabilitation and education; visitors help fund care but should minimize disturbance by following staff guidance and avoiding flash photography.
Reserve your spot on the Aerial Tram & Sloth Sanctuary in the Rainforest today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring binoculars
Binoculars greatly improve bird and monkey viewing from the tram and observation tower.
Expect humidity and sudden rain
A compact packable rain jacket keeps you comfortable during short tropical showers common in the rainforest.
Wear closed‑toe shoes
Paths at the sanctuary and tram platforms can be muddy and uneven—supportive shoes reduce slips.
Protect against insects
Use DEET or picaridin repellent and consider long sleeves during dawn/dusk to reduce mosquito bites.
Binoculars
Essential for spotting canopy birds, monkeys and sloths from the tram and tower.
Packable rain jacket
Lightweight waterproofing for sudden tropical showers, useful in wet months.
summer
Closed‑toe walking shoes
Provides traction and protection on wet platforms and sanctuary paths.
Insect repellent
Helps reduce mosquito and biting insect exposure during early morning or after rain.
summer