Coastal Region of Ecuador
Tourism, attractions, sightseeing, sports and recreation and practical facts for the coastal region of Ecuador.
Quayaquil - La Perla del Pacífico
Many travelers zip through Guayaquil on their way to the Galapagos. Those who take the time to explore the city and southern coastal Ecuador might be pleasantly surprised.
Many travelers zip through Guayaquil on their way to the Galapagos. Those who take the time to explore the city and southern coastal Ecuador might be pleasantly surprised.
Manta, Ecuador - Cruise Ship South American Port of Call
"A tour of Manta and the nearby village of Montecristi includes a visit to the archaeological museum in Manta and a chance to see Panama hats being made in Montecristi. Although many people believe that the first Panama hats were actually made in Panama, they were not. Montecristi remains as one of the best places to buy one of these woven hats or other goods made from wicker."
"A tour of Manta and the nearby village of Montecristi includes a visit to the archaeological museum in Manta and a chance to see Panama hats being made in Montecristi. Although many people believe that the first Panama hats were actually made in Panama, they were not. Montecristi remains as one of the best places to buy one of these woven hats or other goods made from wicker."
Popular Tours in Coastal Ecuador
Popular Tours in Coastal Ecuador are based in Guayaquil, with city tours and excursions to the popular beach resort of Salinas and the Botanical Gardens.
Popular Tours in Coastal Ecuador are based in Guayaquil, with city tours and excursions to the popular beach resort of Salinas and the Botanical Gardens.
Choco Rainforest Lodges & Resorts
Resorts and lodges in Pedro Vicente Maldonado and Mindo.
Resorts and lodges in Pedro Vicente Maldonado and Mindo.
Choco tropical jungle
"Our primary area of operation, the tropical Ecuadorian Chocó of Esmeraldas, is known as a World Biodiversity Hotspot. Home to countless endangered and endemic species, it is one of the last coastal rainforests of its kind. At the same time, it is home to two distinct traditional cultures, Afro-Ecuadorian and Chachi."
"Our primary area of operation, the tropical Ecuadorian Chocó of Esmeraldas, is known as a World Biodiversity Hotspot. Home to countless endangered and endemic species, it is one of the last coastal rainforests of its kind. At the same time, it is home to two distinct traditional cultures, Afro-Ecuadorian and Chachi."
Chocó Rainforest Protection Project
"Extending from Panama, through Colombia, down to Northern Ecuador, the Chocó is one of the last coastal tropical rainforests on Earth. Conservation International recognizes it as part of 34 biodiversity hotspots worldwide. Collectively, these hotspots contain more than 50% of the world's plant species and 77% of all terrestrial vertebrate species in just 2.3% of the earth's surface."
"Extending from Panama, through Colombia, down to Northern Ecuador, the Chocó is one of the last coastal tropical rainforests on Earth. Conservation International recognizes it as part of 34 biodiversity hotspots worldwide. Collectively, these hotspots contain more than 50% of the world's plant species and 77% of all terrestrial vertebrate species in just 2.3% of the earth's surface."
Churute Reserve
Mangroves and wildlife in this ecological reserve near Guayaquil.
Mangroves and wildlife in this ecological reserve near Guayaquil.
Ecuador Coast
"The provinces of Esmeraldas, Manabí, Guayas, El Oro and Los Rios, make up the Ecuadorian coastline with wonderful beaches and ports and more than 2,000 kilometers."
"The provinces of Esmeraldas, Manabí, Guayas, El Oro and Los Rios, make up the Ecuadorian coastline with wonderful beaches and ports and more than 2,000 kilometers."
Ecuador's Central Coast: Montañita to Isla de la Plata
"The middle section of Ecuador's Pacific coastline is an excellent place for a holiday. It features miles of pristine beaches set in sweeping bays, lively fishing villages and unique pre-Columbian archaeology."
"The middle section of Ecuador's Pacific coastline is an excellent place for a holiday. It features miles of pristine beaches set in sweeping bays, lively fishing villages and unique pre-Columbian archaeology."
Galasam Tour Recommended Hotels
Small convenient hotels or hostels in Quito and Guayaquil.
Small convenient hotels or hostels in Quito and Guayaquil.
Machalilla National Park
"Machalilla National Park, located on the western coast of Ecuador, is one of only three protected areas in continental Ecuador that include a marine area. Established in 1979, the park includes more than 113,000 acres (46,000 ha) of fog forest, dry forest, and coastal scrub, in addition to a long stretch of beach, two offshore islands and rocky islets, and a large area of surrounding ocean."
"Machalilla National Park, located on the western coast of Ecuador, is one of only three protected areas in continental Ecuador that include a marine area. Established in 1979, the park includes more than 113,000 acres (46,000 ha) of fog forest, dry forest, and coastal scrub, in addition to a long stretch of beach, two offshore islands and rocky islets, and a large area of surrounding ocean."
Machalilla National Park
"This park as well as being the country's only coastal park extends to over 60,000 hectares, with some 20,000 hectares of ocean area which includes several islands, such as Isla Salango, Isla de la Plata and Los Frailes beach line." Photos, lodging, climate and tours.
"This park as well as being the country's only coastal park extends to over 60,000 hectares, with some 20,000 hectares of ocean area which includes several islands, such as Isla Salango, Isla de la Plata and Los Frailes beach line." Photos, lodging, climate and tours.
Manta Ecuador
"Manta is a major commercial and holiday resort center and is the second major Port of the country behind Guayaquil."
"Manta is a major commercial and holiday resort center and is the second major Port of the country behind Guayaquil."
Manta
"Manta is a picturesque and important port on the Pacific Ocean, located in a dry tropical forest area with an average annual temperature of 25 degrees Celsius (77° F). Because it has some of South America's most breathtaking beaches, Manta was selected as the site of the sixth South American Windsurfing Championship. It is known for its diving and sport fishing."
"Manta is a picturesque and important port on the Pacific Ocean, located in a dry tropical forest area with an average annual temperature of 25 degrees Celsius (77° F). Because it has some of South America's most breathtaking beaches, Manta was selected as the site of the sixth South American Windsurfing Championship. It is known for its diving and sport fishing."
Montañita
Located about 194 km north of Guayaquil, Montañita is a rustic village known for its surfing, handicrafts and hospitality.
Located about 194 km north of Guayaquil, Montañita is a rustic village known for its surfing, handicrafts and hospitality.
Route of the Sun
"The Route of the Sun, known as Ruta del Sol in Ecuador is a beautiful coastal scenery road that runs all the way to Esmeraldas, heading north from Salinas (The main starting point for The Route of the Sun), Santa Elena, or La Libertad, crossing the Chongón-Colonche coastal range with stunning beach resorts and unforgettable colorful villages on the road as you pass by."
"The Route of the Sun, known as Ruta del Sol in Ecuador is a beautiful coastal scenery road that runs all the way to Esmeraldas, heading north from Salinas (The main starting point for The Route of the Sun), Santa Elena, or La Libertad, crossing the Chongón-Colonche coastal range with stunning beach resorts and unforgettable colorful villages on the road as you pass by."
The Coast
Description of the region, plus travel information and links to a lot more information about Ecuador.
Description of the region, plus travel information and links to a lot more information about Ecuador.
The Sun Route
Photos of beaches and places along Ecuador's coastal sun route.
Photos of beaches and places along Ecuador's coastal sun route.
Weather in Ecuador
Current conditions for many cities.
Current conditions for many cities.