katmich12 Posted January 30, 2013 #1 Share Posted January 30, 2013 My husband and I will be on the April 1 Infinity stopping in Colon. Looking for information on a taxi to the Gatun Locks. Can you get a tour once you get there or is it self-guided? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillB48 Posted January 31, 2013 #2 Share Posted January 31, 2013 At the mall that is adjacent to where the ship docks there was a taxi dispatcher that will set you up with a cab. Just agree on what you want and price beforehand.... you may also ensure the cabbie's English skills. There really is not a tour of the Locks per se, but an observation platform with someone to provide a narration of the operation, as well as some machinery/equipment displays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ontheroadagaintoseatheworl Posted March 3, 2013 #3 Share Posted March 3, 2013 We are interested in this independent trip too. Perhaps a small group could share a van taxi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Azulann Posted March 3, 2013 #4 Share Posted March 3, 2013 Yes, you can get a taxi van that could hold 6-8 people. We went to Gatun locks as part of a private tour day we had arranged before hand. I suggest you get off ship and get to the Gatun Locks before the ship tour buses get there. It is about a 1/2 hour drive. There is bleecher type seating right up close to the locks. There was a canal employee that gave a great narration as we watched a container ship from Japan go through the locks. The woman also answered any questions we had. There is a small gift shop and nice restrooms. I loves seeing the locks working from the land side, and the next day I was on the ship going through the full transit. Love the Panama canal, a true wonder of the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balann Posted March 9, 2013 #5 Share Posted March 9, 2013 We'd be interested in Sharing a Taxi. Meet over breakfast, cabin 9191 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrspaper Posted March 16, 2013 #6 Share Posted March 16, 2013 We'd be interested in Sharing a Taxi. Meet over breakfast, cabin 9191 I think it's great that you're posting. I just want you to be aware that you should post on a roll call to meet people to go to the locks. Posting here doesn't let people know what ship you're on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickierounders Posted April 30, 2013 #7 Share Posted April 30, 2013 We will be in colon on dec 11 2013. Anyone else wanting to share a taxi To go to gratin locks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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