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4 days on Ecuador's coast with Isla de la Plata, snorkeling, cacao experiences, and beachfront relaxation

Ayampe Coastal Getaway

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A getaway designed for you to enjoy the best of the Ecuadorian coast before your great adventure in the Galápagos. Stay in a comfortable beachfront guesthouse in the charming town of Ayampe with unique sea and nature activities including Isla de la Plata, Salango Island snorkeling, and a cacao plantation experience.

DURATION
4 days / 3 nights
experience type
Coastal
location
4 days on Ecuador's coast with Isla de la Plata, snorkeling, cacao experiences, and beachfront relaxation
Highlights
  • Isla de la Plata: 'the little Galápagos' with seabirds and snorkeling
  • Salango Island: snorkeling, kayaking, and bird watching
  • Finca Chontilla: cacao plantation visit and chocolate tasting
  • Beachfront accommodation in charming Ayampe
  • June to October: optional humpback whale watching
itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Ayampe

Private transfer from Guayaquil airport. Check-in at beachfront hotel. Free time to explore the beach.

Day 2: Full-Day Tour

Option A: Isla de la Plata ('the little Galápagos') with nature, seabirds, and snorkeling (9AM-5PM). Option B: Los Frailes + Agua Blanca with pristine beaches, archaeological museum, and sulfur lagoon (9AM-5PM).

Day 3: Two Half-Day Tours

Morning (10-12): Salango Island - snorkeling, kayaking, bird watching. Afternoon (2-4 PM): Cacao Experience at Finca Chontilla - chocolate tasting, plantation visit, walk to Ayampe River.

Day 4: Departure

Breakfast at hotel. Private transfer to Guayaquil airport.

wHAT'S INCLUDED
  • 3 nights beachfront hotel with daily breakfast
  • Private transfers Guayaquil-Ayampe-Guayaquil
  • Tours with bilingual guide (English/Spanish)
  • Tour transportation
  • Snorkeling and kayaking equipment
  • Snacks during excursions
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