Contadora Island Panama has a long history of pirates, fishing expeditions, and untouched white sand beaches. The name Contadora translates to “accountant”. This is because Contadora was the original location where the pearls (harvested in the Pearl Islands) were counted. To get there, the Contadora ferry leaves from the Amador Causeway once a day and twice on Saturday. A round trip ticket to and from Contadora will run roughly $80.00 per person.
Contadora Island Real Estate
The Contadora real estate market has always been composed of Panama’s wealthy. Over the last 20 years, this has included high profile residents such as the Shah of Iran, Ricky Martin, and a few other celebrities.
Contadora Island real estate is quite diverse. From beachfront lots for sale, single-family homes, and apartment options. There are also some neighboring islands in the Pearl Island Archipelago, near Contadora. These islands feature high-end residential developments and marinas.
Contadora Island has become a frequently visited destination by travelers and Panamanian residents. There are several hotels on Contadora, as well as a handful of restaurants, shops, and small convenience stores. Most full-time residents of Contadora make the 1.5-hour ferry trip to Panama City once a week. This is when they load up on specialty groceries and other items that can’t be found on the island.
Life In Contadora Island
Life on Contadora is the definition of beach living! Slow lazy mornings followed by warm afternoons and breathtaking sunsets. On a clear day, one can even see the mainland of Panama in the far distance, providing quite the contrast! You will find paved roads throughout the island, above-ground power lines, a regulated water system, as well as a functioning airport.
The landscape of Contadora changes with the seasons. During Panama’s summer months, the temperature is 2-3 degrees cooler than mainland Panama. This is because Contadora’s coast gets more winds and has cooler, deeper water.
The topography of this Island is varied, with its highest point being under 500 meters tall. The winter months the best fishing months in the waters near Contadora. Although, fishing is world-class virtually year-round.
