Parque Nacional Machililla (136,000 acres) is a nationally protected area which includes a stretch of beach and dry tropical forest as well as two islands, Isla de la Plata and Isla Salango north of Puerto López and south of Puerto Cayo in the Manabi province. Highlights are the unique wildlife...
Relaxing and remote, Los Frailes is widely considered one of the most gorgeous beaches along the Pacific coastline, and it's easy to see why: its lovely landscape includes pristine waters and sweeping white sand, beautifully backdropped by lush, forested bluffs.
From Puerto Lopez...
One of the highlights of the Parque Nacional Machililla, Isla de la Plata has earned the nickname of the Poor Man´s Galapagos because of the unique variety of birds, seals and iguanas that are found in both spots. From July to October you can see humpback whales.
The...
About a five mile beach walk outside of Bahia de Caráquez is Punta Gorda Reserve where volunteers can work on the last bit of the Tropical Dry Forest while getting away from the gringo trail, busy bus lines, always on the go travel style. The Cabin Tortuguita “Small Turtle” is perched high on...
The kitesurfing on a beautiful beach near Manta called Santa Marianita (Playa Bonita) is world-class, and the surrounding areas also have great surf. Manta Kitesurf is a great school based right on the wide, almost deserted beach. They offer surf and kitesurf courses and lessons for any level,...