Closest beaches to Riobamba

Riobamba is located in the heart of Ecuador. Closest beaches to Riobamba are located on the Pacific Coast. The nearest beach is known as "Playas", its full name is General Villamil Playas, located in the Guayas province. Although you will find the most beautiful beaches in the Santa Elena province. If you are planning to go whale watching (October), travel north and visit the town of Puerto López, Manabí (6 to 8 hours travel).

Riobamba is well connected to the rest of Ecuador by a network of buses. Some of the best beaches in this route are listed below, in no particular order.

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Chipipe

Location: Santa Elena province

Chipipe is a beach located west of Salinas Yacht Club, in the province of Santa Elena, Ecuador. Chipipe is a sector relatively close to Salinas. It has a more relaxed atmosphere than the Salinas beach. It has clear and calm water, without waves. Chipipe offers a pleasant atmosphere, an ideal place to go with family ...

General Villamil Playas

Location: Guayas province

General Villamil Playas is known simply as "Playas" is the closest beach to Guayaquil, Ecuador. Only 60 mi (96 km) away — an hour's drive by car. General Villamil Playas receives many local visitors, especially during the winter. General Villamil Playas has many seafood restaurants with delicious seafood as the main ingredient in many dishes ...

Salinas

Location: Santa Elena province

Salinas is a coastal city located in the province of Santa Elena. Salinas is the main beach resort on the south coast of Ecuador. Salinas has a stretch of immaculate beach, also has popular beaches such as San Lorenzo and Chipipe. It also has a beautiful promenade known as Malecón. Along the Malecón, you can ...

Montañita

Location: Santa Elena province

Montañita is a coastal town located in Santa Elena. It is considered one of the best beaches in Ecuador. This town has a bohemian touch. Montañita is usually crowded, with fun all around. It has lots of handcrafting shops, small rustic bars, restaurants with delicious food, and street vendors walking on the beach. Montañita is ...