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The inhabitants of the Pearl Islands enjoy a tropical climate. The sun, sand, and sea are yours to explore and to enjoy the whole year! The views are breathtaking, the sea is pure and abundant with life, the beaches are pristine, the rainforests are lush and green, the accommodations are luxurious, and the people are warm and friendly. In all ways, the Pearl Islands are a treasure to behold.

The rainforests of the Pearl Islands are hosts to a huge wildlife population. Wild pigs, deer, iguanas, agoutis, parrots, and giant pigeons and over 100 bird species are found, an ideal place to recapture the awe of looking at Mother Nature's creatures in the wild. With spectacular waterfalls and natural caves, the Pearl Islands are a great place to be for water lovers and spelunkers. Indeed, the Pearl Islands are a nature-lover's dream. For recreational fishermen, the Pearl Islands have the best deep sea fishing waters in the world. You can rent a boat to take you prime fishing spots and you will surely enjoy the bounty of the sea. The turquoise waters of the Pearl Islands make for a water lover's utopia. You can swim for hours in the bay and Nature will gladly envelop you in its warm embrace. For the adventurous, there is snorkeling, scuba diving, and jet skiing. Or you can simply gaze at the magnificence of the seas.

To help you enjoy the natural beauty of the Pearl Islands, there are resorts, hotels, bed & breakfasts, cabins at various locations in the Pearl Islands. There are flights going from and to the islands from Panama City, as well as private boats and yachts. Once at the islands, there are rental cars and vehicles with basic amenities such as grocery stores and medical clinics.

Contadora Island, at the northern end of the Pearl Islands, is the most renowned. It enjoys sunny weather even during the rainy season, an ideal island paradise for sun, surf, and sea lovers. It is a resort island with private homes for many of Panama's most wealthy families. It is a mere 15 minutes away from the Panama City airport, and two hours by water making it accessible and convenient for city dwellers. The main roads on the island are paved, with little vehicle traffic. Transportation is normally by golf carts, four wheelers, scooters and bicycles, which can be rented. It is a safe place for exploration on foot or in vehicle. The eleven beaches have white sand and protected coves, with Panama's only nude beach found on its southern side. The waters are ideal for swimming and water sports like, and sport fishing. Boat tours are available.

With the natural beauty and modern conveniences of the Pearl Islands, isn't it about time that you take your vacation there? Rest and relax, go on adventures, see Nature, enjoy our people's hospitality and go to the Pearl Islands. We have it all ' sun, sea, sand with happiness thrown in. Come and be a part of our treasure.