Contadora Island

Beautiful island for a getaway from it all! We arrived via boat tour from Las Perlas Ferry Panama City. For tickets there are a couple tour companies located at the Amador Causeway and the old Trump Marina. We departed from the marina early morning. It was a simple boat with a bathroom, outer deck and indoor space. There are three islands to choose from and you choose simply by getting off on the one you prefer. To get to the island we had to transfer to a small motor boat (the island is roped off to larger boats a few thousand meters away). Finally we walked through about the last few feet of water. I wasn't prepared for that, so I just removed my shoes and carried them to land.

We rented a golf cart to get around the island. Fifty bucks a day. Best decision. If walking we probably would have had to stay at the beach where we landed which was too busy and not as beautiful. There are little convenience stores around the island but don't expect anything extravagant. Bring your absolute necessities in your backpack.

We toured the island on our own and stopped to play/sunbathe at several beach areas. Some were tiny, some rocky, some sandy. It was magical for us because that's what we came to do. If you're looking for an extreme adrenaline experience, this isn't the place. This is simple unconnected relaxation.

There are vacation rental homes & villas on the island and we would consider those in the future. Many of them are luxury accommodations. There's an inn, some villas and a couple bed & breakfasts. The island can't be more than a couple square miles, there aren't any traffic lights and not much street lighting. Roads are nicely paved with stop signs.

We ate at Mira Olas, one of the restaurants on the island, for lunch and the seafood was amazing. Fresh. My snapper was simply prepared but with a little salt/pepper/ lemon juice it was amazing. Everyone enjoyed the seafood pasta and dining outside with the ocean view was perfect.

Our boat arrived at 3:30pm sharp, but I recommend showing up at least 30 minutes early. We were met with (what appeared to be maybe Phillipino) military performing as customs agents. They inspected our bags and purchased goods before we were allowed to go aboard the ferry. The island is only about 30 km from Panama city so we were back in time to shower for dinner.

Beautiful beaches, few people, the food is ok, I got by ferry and, eenthough, it was a little expensive, you got to see some nice views of Panama City and you go nearby cargo vessels waiting to cross the channel and that adds to the experience. I recommed visiting the island.

Amazing place ❤🤩

great.

This island feels like it's in the Caribbean with crystal clear water and lovely sandy beaches. Just make sure to bring food, as everything on the island is pretty expensive.

This is beyond a 5 star rating. What a beautiful island. A must see!!

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Where we're staying from here on out when we visit Panama, which is every year. Love Contadora beaches, which are 10x prettier than Pacific coast beaches there.

Was an amazing experience Met so many ppl from all over and was treated very well by management Was fun drinking and dancing by the beach

was there many yrs ago fabulous my husband loved the deep sea fishing great exciting gambling good food just another world!!!!

Beautiful! Chef Pachi

Excellent place to relax and enjoy beautiful beaches. Love it.

GO HERE! SHUT DOWN! HAVE DRINKS, EAT FISH.

Wow amazing experience

Beautiful, great for whale watching

Beautiful place 💖

Stunning.
*****

Amazing island!

Excellent break from Panama City

This is paradise on Earth