A must-see for every cruise traveler
Considered one of the seven wonders of the modern world, the Panama Canal is one of mankind’s greatest accomplishments and a must-see for every world traveler.
It was completed in 1914 through the efforts of over 80,000 workers and was one of the most difficult and largest engineering projects every undertaken. Once finished, the Panama Canal enabled ships to travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans in half the time it previously required, and now the 48-mile canal sees over 14,000 ships pass every year.
The journey cuts through Isthmus of Panama and takes about nine hours, as ships are lifted and lowered a total of approximately 170 feet through its three locks.
Featured Voyages
- Departing: November 20, 2018
- Starting at: €2 198 EUR
- Port Fees: €451
- Departing: November 20, 2018
- Starting at: €8 228 EUR
- Port Fees: €451
Experience a 360° view of the Panama Canal.
See what it's like to sail through this modern marvel with our immersive video and explore the vibrant culture of Panama. While the video is playing, click and drag within the window to view this unique sailing in 360 degrees.
The YouTube app is required to seamlessly view our videos on your device.
How to use Azamara 3DI
To ensure that you’re getting the most immersive experience possible, please follow the steps below. Don’t forget to turn up the volume, you’ll want to hear this!
- For Mobile Users (Android & iOS)
- Make sure you have downloaded the free YouTube app before viewing the video
- Turn your phone sideways to experience the full video
Click the stereoscopic button and insert your phone into your Google Cardboard (or similar viewer)- You may also watch the videos without the cardboard and still have a great viewing experience
A Decade in the making
A Decade in the making
Work first began on the canal in 1881, but had to stop because of engineering problems. The United States took over the project in 1904, with construction taking a decade to complete. The Canal officially opened on August 15, 1914. It takes between eight and ten hours to traverse.
Economic Boom
Economic Boom
Between 13,000-14,000 vessels use the canal every year, resulting in nearly $1.8 billion in toll fees collected annually. In total, the canal cost close to $370,000,000 to complete and required tens of thousands of workers. It’s estimated that nearly 25,000 workers died during construction.
Modern world wonder
Modern world wonder
The Panama Canal is 48 miles long and 110 feet wide, linking the Atlantic Ocean via the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean. One of the largest and most difficult engineering projects ever undertaken, the canal is considered a modern wonder of the world.
Panama Canal, Panama At a glance
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