Contadora Island (Isla Contadora) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Contadora Island. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Half-Day Private Cruising and Fishing Tour at Panama Bay
• Private Full-Day Boat Trip to Las Perlas and Contadora
• Day Trip to Contadora Airplane Tour

There is no admission fee for Contadora Island, but you'll spend money accessing the island. Some people use a ferry or private plane service, ranging from around US$110 to US$335 per person round-trip. Others join a guided tour that includes transportation, starting at about US$350.

Yes, there are accommodations on Contadora Island. The 4-star Hotel Restaurant Gerald is the closest hotel to the ferry terminal. Hostal Las Perlas De Contadora is the closest hostel to the ferry. Villa Condesa Del Mar, Hotel Mar y Oro, and Casa del Sol Rentals are elsewhere on the island.

Every trip to Contadora Island should include sunscreen, bug spray, fresh water, a hat, and sunglasses. The round-trip ferry ride can take up to four hours, so bring a book and snacks. You may also want to bring snorkeling gear if you plan to spend the day at the beach.

Ferry schedules to the Pearl Islands may change based on various factors, so it’s best to check before your visit. Generally, a daily ferry is available through Aero Albrook, which leaves in the morning and returns in the late afternoon. These ferries take two hours each way.

Contadora Island, while geographically close to Panama City, is known for its secluded, laid-back atmosphere. Its remote beaches and relaxed hotels offer a break from the busyness of the city. Many visit for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, diving, and whale watching. Visitors who stay multiple days take trips to nearby islands.