See history in the making when you depart from port in Fuerte Amador for an approximately 1.5 hour, scenic motorcoach drive to the Panama Canal Expansion Project Observation Center. Covering four hectares, this sprawling park-like setting offers multiple viewing platforms in which to take in the largest project in the canal since its construction. Upon arrival, view an extensive photographic display and learn the history of the canals. Step outside and, from partially covered terraces and roofed decks, you will have unobstructed views of the new lock system, which was created to allow larger vessels to pass. The expansion now doubles the waterway's capacity. Take in the views of the glistening Gatún Lake and, if lucky, watch ships transit the chambers. At the completion of your visit, travel past the former Panama Canal. Relax on your drive back to port.