San José Island, Private island in Panama Pearl archipelago, Panama.
The second largest island in Las Perlas spans 44 square kilometers, featuring 50 beaches and a rocky northern coastline with dense vegetation.
The United States military conducted chemical weapons tests on San José Island between 1945 and 1947, leaving eight marked explosive devices.
The island maintains a minimal population of 30 residents who live within the 17 square miles of privately designated territory.
Visitors can reach San José Island through daily Air Panama flights using the 5000-foot paved runway or by boat service from Contadora Island.
The Hacienda Del Mar resort provides four-star accommodations on this remote island, surrounded by wild pigs, deer, and numerous reptile species.
Location: Panamá Province
GPS coordinates: 8.27486,-79.10963
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:48
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