What did Balboa unsuccessfully do in Hispaniola?

In Hispaniola, Vasco Núñez de Balboa unsuccessfully attempted to establish a settlement and find gold. He faced challenges from local indigenous populations and the Spanish authorities, which ultimately led to his departure from the island. Despite his ambitions, he was unable to secure the resources and support necessary to establish a successful colony there. Balboa's later expeditions would eventually lead him to the discovery of the Pacific Ocean.