Tonchigüe

Population: 1,508
Altitude: 30 meters (98 feet)
Phone Code: 06

A world away from the busy beaches and bars further North, Tonchigüe is little more than a sleepy fishing village with a modest beach. About 2 kilometers south of town, the road heads west, following the coast towards Playa Escondida and Punta Galera, eventually running into Quingüe, Estero del Plátano, San Francisco and Bunche. Rarely trekked by tourists, this area is abundant in visually arresting and culturally interesting sites, from tiny villages and quiet coastal landscapes to remote forests and hidden waterfalls. More than anything, Tonchigue serves as key access point to get to Playa Escondida.

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Other places nearby Tonchigüe: Mompiche, Atacames, Muisne, Súa, Esmeraldas (City), Same and Chamanga.