Vasco Núñez de Balboa faced several significant obstacles during his explorations, including harsh environmental conditions such as dense jungles, treacherous rivers, and mountainous terrain. He also encountered resistance from indigenous tribes, which sometimes led to violent confrontations. Additionally, Balboa dealt with political challenges, including rivalries among Spanish colonists and difficulties in securing support and resources for his expeditions. Despite these challenges, he is best known for being the first European to see the Pacific Ocean from the New World in 1513.
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