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Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park
(7) Reviews
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Explore the "Little Galapagos" on this nature-focused walking tour to Isla de la Plata in Machalilla National Park. Stroll scenic trails with bilingual guides to observe blue-footed and masked boobies, frigatebirds, and seabirds in their habitat.
The experience includes snorkeling with sea turtles and colorful fish. We may spot dolphins and other marine animals (Dec-May). Ecuador is a humpback whale reproduction area, guaranteeing sightings during their season (Jun-Oct).
Visit our small Whale & Dolphin Information Center at the Palo Santo office featuring educational displays, whale bones, regional stories, and a whale-themed store.
A naturalist shares educational insights about local ...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Box lunch included sandwichs, fruits, cake and soft drinks
From/To Isla de la Plata
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Machalilla National Park fee
Tips
Meeting Points
Departure
Palosanto Travel
Our meeting point is Palo Santo Travel, located on the Malecón, at the corner of Julio Izurieta and Abdón Calderón streets, right next to Cable Mega7 in Puerto López, Manabí. If you're arriving by tuk-tuk or moto taxi, just ask the driver to take you to:
"Palo Santo Travel, beside MEGA 7."
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Isla de la Plata: Wildlife Trails & Snorkeling at Machalilla Park
(7) Reviews
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Explore the "Little Galapagos" on this nature-focused walking tour to Isla de la Plata in Machalilla National Park. Stroll scenic trails with bilingual guides to observe blue-footed and masked boobies, frigatebirds, and seabirds in their habitat.
The experience includes snorkeling with sea turtles and colorful fish. We may spot dolphins and other marine animals (Dec-May). Ecuador is a humpback whale reproduction area, guaranteeing sightings during their season (Jun-Oct).
Visit our small Whale & Dolphin Information Center at the Palo Santo office featuring educational displays, whale bones, regional stories, and a whale-themed store.
A naturalist shares educational insights about local ...
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Offered in English & Spanish
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Box lunch included sandwichs, fruits, cake and soft drinks
From/To Isla de la Plata
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Machalilla National Park fee
Tips
Meeting Points
Departure
Palosanto Travel
Our meeting point is Palo Santo Travel, located on the Malecón, at the corner of Julio Izurieta and Abdón Calderón streets, right next to Cable Mega7 in Puerto López, Manabí. If you're arriving by tuk-tuk or moto taxi, just ask the driver to take you to:
"Palo Santo Travel, beside MEGA 7."
Return
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Isla de la Plata
Discover the nature of the "Little Galapagos" with this expedition to Isla de la Plata in Machalilla National Park.
On this educational outing, you'll walk scenic trails where you'll observe blue-footed boobies, masked boobies, frigatebirds, and various seabirds in their natural environment. Your bilingual guides will explain the biodiversity and ecological importance of the island.
The program includes time for snorkeling where you can see sea turtles, tropical fish, and occasionally sea lions. Between June and October, you'll have a 100% confirmed opportunity to observe whales that migrate to Ecuadorian waters to mate and reproduce. From January to May, there's a great possibility of encountering dolphins, manta rays, and other species of marine fauna during the tour. We meet in our office Palo Santo Travel in front of the navy in the Puerto Lopez malecon.
