Gobernadora Island is located at the mouth of the Gulf of Montijo, a place with calm waters, where dolphins frolic at their whim and humpback whales swim along its shores, lost at times among the green velvet and deep blue sea, for the delight of the eyes of those people who like to gaze at the ocean. Located exactly north of Cebaco Island, between the Golfo of Montijo international wetland and the Coiba National Park. The island is often overlooked by tourists, yet it is a very beautiful place that offers secluded white sand beaches and dense forests on the mainland.
Plenty of Beaches to Relax
Gobernadora Island is at a 30-minute boat ride from the surf town of Santa Catalina in the Veraguas Province. On one side of the island, there is a small but structured fishing village, which is close to some extremely beautiful natural areas. In the surroundings of the island you can find both white sand beaches and black sand beaches, and they are so wide and private that the visitor will never feel overwhelmed by crowds of people. You can also snorkel in selected areas, one of the Visitors’ favorite activities.
Trails, Nature and Activities
If you want to take a break from the beach, the island has a trail system (which takes about 3 hours to walk) and takes you through the forest. Along the way you can find very good places for bird watching, and between the months of July and August, the whales roam the waters near the coast.
You can also go diving, camping, sport fishing, boat trips, handicraft and ceramic workshops, or simply relax on a hammock accompanied by the unstoppable symphony of birds, some examples of what this place offers.
Great Alternative to More Popular Destinations
At Gobernadora Island there are no streets, therefore cars are not necessary either; here the inhabitants are walk from place to the other or take a boat. This creates an environment with a slow and relaxed pace of life, which is a great alternative to some of the more popular destinations in Panama that are crowded with people. Currently there is only one hotel available on the island that is managed by a French couple and is naturally integrated in the middle of a 17 hectares area that extends from the seashore to the hills, trails and the jungle, inside the island.
Beyond the Island
Off the border and south of Gobernadora Island is Cebaco Island, a huge island with excellent surfing opportunities, crystal clear waters, and healthy coral reefs. The famous Santa Catalina break points are just a short boat ride away, and the Coiba National Park is also nearby where there are a lots of activities to do.
Gobernadora Island is a strategic point from where every visitor has within reach the natural treasures of the Gulf of Montijo and Coiba Park. A little-known paradise, almost exclusive for those people who want a different experience without distractions beyond being enveloped by the exuberant nature of the Island.
