ISLA DE LA PLATA TOUR
North East of the shores of Puerto Lopez, only a one and a half hour ship ride away, lies the Isla de la Plata (silver island).
On the way to the island (depending on the season) you will have the chance to observe the humpback whales (every year from June to October) as well as dolphins and pelicans.
The Isla de la Plata is a part of the protected area of the Machalilla National Park. Its climate and geographical characteristics are very similar to those of the Galapagos Islands.
There you will be able to discover the whole range of the native flora and fauna; such as the albatross, the pelicans, blue-footed-, red-footed- and masked boobies, frigate-birds and a never ending variety of birds worth photographing. In the island's waters you will find turtles, rays, seals and numerous multi colored fish that will invite you to dive in the warm water of the Ecuadorian Pacific.
These Ecuador coast tours can be coordinated and booked at our tour operator in Puerto Lopez or directly at the BARQUITA. Just contact us and we'll be pleased to give you more information.
We are looking forward to welcome you on our Ecuador coast tour…
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OTHER ECUADOR COAST TOUR OPTIONS:
- visit museums and archeological centers
- visit aquariums exhibiting various exotic marine species
- visit the city of Manta and Montecristi, which is known for the fabrication of straw-hats, famous in the whole world under the name ”Panama Hats”
- visit the shipyard of Machalilla, where local fishermen build their boats.
- visit the village of Montañita, the surf cosmopolitan
- visit the churches built with native material of the region, like straw-roof canes
- visit the nearby calm and virgin beaches
- visit the craft studios of the area
- take horse-back riding tours along the shore or to the jungle
…or just relax and do what your heart desires.
