Taboga Island , also known as the -Island of Flowers-, is a volcanic island in the Gulf of Panama. It is a tourist destination, about 20 km from Panama City, Panama.
Tourism is the major economic activity on the island, although fishing and agriculture are also practiced. The island has become a popular touristic attraction due to its beautiful natural areas and its proximity to Panama City. Daily ferries link the city to the island, most of them departing from the Amador Causeway.
Aside from beaches, the island has trails for hiking to its highest points, including Cerro Vigía and Cerro de la Cruz. The latter is a hill located south of the town, topped with a huge cross.
Boat tours for fishing, whale watching, snorkeling, and sightseeing are available, as well as walking and nature tours.
Taboga Island has small hotels and restaurants Calaloo Beach Fishbar & Grill on Playa Honda just 2 minutes from the pier, Agua Sol Villa, located on the water with a private beach entry from the hotels ocean deck; Ocean Rock Cafe and bar, ocean view from their hillside-rainforest location B and B Hotel Cerrito Tropical and Restaurant; Mundi's; and Hotel Vereda Tropical.
All four have restaurants. Tours for hiking, nature and village walks, whale watching, fishing, and boating can be organized through Agua Sol Villa and B and B Hotel Cerrito Tropical.
There is also a private vacation house rental, Tres Terrazas, for nightly or weekly stays.
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