Magnificent Machalilla Park Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Machalilla National Park's diverse ecosystems
- Visit the pristine Los Frailes Beach
- Discover the Agua Blanca Community's rich history
- Enjoy a guided boat tour to Sucre Islet
- Savor a delicious box lunch amidst nature
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Transfers from/to meeting point
- Instructor/Bilingual Guide
- Equipment for activities
- Box lunch
- Boat access
- Tips
- Unspecified additional expenses
Itinerary
Puerto López is a fishing village located on the coast of Ecuador, in the province of Manabí, is well known for being the starting point for several excursions including: The observation of humpback whales, the Machalilla National Park and the economic Galápagos “Isla de la Plata". In the surroundings of this wonderful town we will find trails, forests, beaches and reefs.
Machalilla National Park, located in the province of Manabí, canton Puerto López. It is one of the first protected areas and the most extensive on the coast of Ecuador. It has the greatest biodiversity in the entire continental coast. The only marine protected area in continental Ecuador and it is the only one that contains coral reefs on the coast of Ecuador.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible; participants should be able to navigate uneven terrains.
- Infants must sit on laps during the boat excursion; please inform the operator in advance if traveling with an infant.
- The tour operates with a maximum of 15 travelers, ensuring an intimate and personalized experience.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for walking and beach activities.
- Bring swimwear, a hat, and sunscreen to protect against sun exposure.
- Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the tour.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at our office.
Traveler reviews
Great tour!! Saw lots of wild and Marine life….but watch what you get as to what you booked!
When we booked this tour, it stated that it started at 10:15 and was 7 hours in length. When we arrived at the meeting point, we were informed that it didn’t start until 11:30 and would be over at 2:30 - less than 1/2 the time that we had allotted for our driver. When we got home, I did some research and found that 1 hour of the tour was supposed to take place in Puerto Lopez….which did not happen, and the 11:30 time was for when the boat was supposed to leave the pier……. I see now, reading some reviews that this has also happened to others, however, they were charged only $25 while we paid $95.00 each. That is a huge difference, and a,though we had a great time, with a wonderful guide and were not unhappy with our experience, that feeling that we were ripped off doesnt leave a great taste in my mouth……I feel that the tour operator should have at the very least, offered to refund a portion of our fee. We did, as I said have a lovely time!! Great guide, lots of fun on the boat!! Murky snorkelling, but that was expected due to the amount of traffic. Saw a variety of fish, blue footed boobys, sea lions and were offered to do extra water sports that were not shown in the itinerary. All in all a wonderful day aside from being shorter than expected.
Amazing experience
Had a wonderful time!! Got to see sea lions, blue footed booties, beautiful fish, star fish and sea urchins. It was so much fun! And great lunch and fresh fuit snacks. It was a great experience and the guides were wonderful. We did swimming, snorkeling and kayaking.
Best value trip we’ve had in 5 weeks in Ecuador
We came out of season for whaling so just did the snorkelling trip to Isla Salango. We saw blue footed boobies, frigate birds, tropic birds and sea lions. Beautiful colourful fish and starfish when snorkelling. Ours was only a three hour trip but excellent value for 25 dollars