Mar Bravo

Mar Bravo is a beach located in the province of Santa Elena, Ecuador. A few minutes from Salinas, another coastal city. Mar Bravo is inside the are of the Ecuadorian Air Force (FAE – “Fuerza Aerea Ecuatoriana” in Spanish.) As its name implies, it is a beach with a rough sea, in fact, “Mar Bravo” ... Read more

Puerto Cayo

Puerto Cayo is a fishing village located south of Manabí, Ecuador. Its beach is about 3 mi (5 km). Puerto Cayo is the closest port to the Machalilla National Park. Most of its inhabitants are engaged in fishing, others are engaged in the manufacture of fabrics and crafts. In front of the beach of Puerto ... Read more

Same beach

Same beach is the north coast’s most popular beach in Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Same beach is not really a city or even a village but sector with a string of white hotels and apartments on a 1.5-mile (2.4 km) beach located 5 miles (8 km) south of the coastal town of Súa. The beach Same is ... Read more

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Beaches & Surfing

Here is a guide to the best beaches to visit in Ecuador. Ecuador has miles of Pacific coastline. Ecuador has beautiful beaches along the Pacific coast. The peninsula of Santa Elena and Manabi are the home to dozens of beautiful beaches. Best time to visit for hot weather is during the dry season, from December to May. This is also the high season, so beaches are crowded. Although water is colder from June to November, it is a great time for whale-watching, especially from late June to early October.

When it comes to beaches, Ecuador offers something for everyone. Learn where to go scuba diving, snorkeling, or surfing. There are big resorts to stay as well as many small fishing villages with affordable places. Here is a guide to help you plan your beach vacation.

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Beaches & Surfing, Spondylus route
Atacames is a beach town located in the Esmeraldas province, Ecuador. Atacames is an exciting destination, full of friendly people that enjoy partying, especially at night. The beach area has ...
Beaches & Surfing, Spondylus route
Canoa is a beach town located in Manabí, north of Bahia Caraquez. Canoa has a long coastline surrounded by vegetation and big waves, which make it the perfect destination for ...
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Snorkeling & Scuba Diving, Spondylus route
Isla de la Plata ("Silver Island") is an island full of natural wildlife, located 25 mi (40 km) offshore. Isla de la Plata is part of Machalilla National Park and part ...
Beaches & Surfing
Jambelí is an island surrounded by mangroves. It is located South of Ecuador. Jambelí is the closest beach to Machala. To reach Jambelí, visitors take a boat from Puerto Bolívar ...
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), National Parks & Ecological Reserves, Snorkeling & Scuba Diving, Spondylus route
Machalilla National Park is one of the largest protected areas located in Manabi, Ecuador. The park has many islands and beautiful beaches to enjoy, from June to September, humpback whales ...
Beaches & Surfing, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Places, Spondylus route
Manta is a coastal city located in the province of Manabí. Known as the "Tuna Capital of the World." Manta has the largest seaport in Ecuador. It is a stopping ...
Beaches & Surfing, Spondylus route
Mompiche is a small fishing village in the south of Esmeraldas, Ecuador. Mompiche has amazing beaches of fine sand and big waves, surrounded by lush tropical forest. Surfing is a ...
Beaches & Surfing, Spondylus route
Olón is a peaceful and quiet coastal town located in Santa Elena, Ecuador. Olón has clean and tranquil beaches, great for couples or families with children. It also has a ...
Beaches & Surfing, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Spondylus route
Puerto Cayo is a fishing village located south of Manabí, Ecuador. Its beach is about 3 mi (5 km). Puerto Cayo is the closest port to the Machalilla National Park. ...
Beaches & Surfing, Bird-watching, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Spondylus route
Puerto López is a small fishing village, located in the center of the Machalilla National Park, in the province of Manabí, Ecuador. Puerto López is located in a wide bay ...
Beaches & Surfing, Marine life (whales, dolphins, sea lions), Snorkeling & Scuba Diving
Puná Island is a large island off the coast of the Gulf of Guayaquil, Ecuador. It has a protected area of 855 square km., well known for its great mangroves ...
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