We also arrived early. Someone from the hotel was on the beach to pick us up with a golf cart. We were able to check-in shortly after. I think we had to wait a little while, but it didn’t matter because we sat down and had a nice brunch at the open-aired restaurant.
As we conclude our comprehensive guide to Isla Contadora, it’s evident that this Pearl Island gem offers more than just stunning beaches and luxury resorts.
Hotel Gerald: Located on Galeón Beach, Hotel Gerald features an outdoor swimming pool, a restaurant, and a rooftop terrace with a small plunge pool. Guests appreciate its proximity to beaches and restaurants, making it a convenient and luxurious choice.
When we researched how to get to Contadora Island from Panama City, we found a few websites that sold tickets for the Contadora Island ferry. We read that it’s best to book your ferry directly with the tour operator, rather than using a ferry ticketing service like Direct Ferries.
Contadora was the island where the Spanish counted the pearls that were harvested from the other islands in the archipelago, hence the name of the island, which means "the one that counts" in Spanish. The islands produced pearls of many colors and sizes, and during the many years when pearls were harvested from the waters around the islands, the natives would converge to Contadora to count their pearls and sell them to the Spaniards.
Contadora Island hotels will send a golf cart to pick you up from the beach, which is very convenient. We enjoy this mode of transportation. Our boys think it’s super cool to drive on the beach in a golf cart.
The boat ride back to the mainland was rough. The weather was fine, but the water was quite choppy. As the boat pushed through the swells, it rocked back and forth. We gave our boys some gravel and they tried to sleep.
While we made it to Isla Contadora just fine, there are a few things we wish we knew before our departure. We will breakdown each of these items below so you can learn from our experience.
In the above photo you’ll see two ferries. We traveled on the white catamaran (to the right) from Panama City to Contadora Island. On the return trip back to the mainland, we took the white and blue ferry, on the left. This ferry also stops at click here Saboga Island to pick up passengers.
Enjoyed your report. Sad to see the Hotel abandoned , we lived in Panama for 2 years and would fly over once a month. I booked a room for New Years Y2K. I figured if the world was going to stop the best place to be was Contadora.
Lush Landscapes: The interior of the island features lush tropical forests, providing a habitat for diverse bird species and offering a serene environment for nature lovers.
Celebrity Retreat: Its secluded and exclusive nature made it a favorite retreat for celebrities, adding to its allure and mystique.
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Travel tip – inform your Contadora hotel what ferry you will be taking. The hotel will send someone to pick you up. Golf carts are the main form of transportation on Contadora.