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Ruta del Sol, Salinas & Dolphin 2-Day Tour from Guayaquil
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Posorja
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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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This private 2-day experience combines some of the most remarkable coastal attractions in Ecuador in a single itinerary. Observe wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat at Puerto El Morro, explore protected mangrove ecosystems rich in birdlife, and discover the scenic beauty of the Ruta del Sol.
Continue to Salinas, Ecuador’s most popular beach destination, where you will visit La Chocolatera, La Lobería sea lion colony, traditional salt ponds, and important migratory bird habitats. Along the way, learn about local culture, artisan traditions, and the unique wildlife that makes Ecuador’s Pacific coast one of the most diverse regions in South America.
Depart from Guayaquil at approximately 7:30 AM and travel to the traditional fishing village of Puerto El Morro, one of the most important wildlife areas on Ecuador’s coast.
Upon arrival, board a boat and navigate through the estuary and mangrove ecosystem. During the excursion, observe wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat and learn about the importance of the mangroves for local biodiversity and traditional fishing communities.
The area is home to numerous bird species including frigatebirds, herons, pelicans, cormorants, ibises and other coastal birds. Along the journey, enjoy beautiful natural scenery and learn about the local culture and fishing traditions, including the harvesting of mangrove crab, an important economic activity in the region.
After the boat excursion, enjoy lunch before continuing along the Ruta del Sol to Salinas. Arrive in the afternoon at approximately 3:00 PM and check in at your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
7 hours
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Salinas
DAY 2 – SALINAS, LA CHOCOLATERA, LA LOBERÍA AND ECUASAL
After breakfast, begin the day exploring the highlights of Salinas and the Santa Elena Peninsula.
Visit La Chocolatera, the westernmost point of mainland Ecuador, famous for its dramatic cliffs, powerful Pacific Ocean views and spectacular coastal landscapes. Continue to La Lobería, where visitors can observe a colony of South American sea lions resting on the rocks and swimming along the coast.
Next, visit Ecuasal and learn about the traditional and modern processes used to harvest sea salt. Explore the extensive salt ponds while observing resident and migratory bird species that frequent the area.
The tour concludes around 1:00 PM, followed by lunch before returning to Guayaquil in the afternoon.
7 hours
Ruta del Sol, Salinas & Dolphin 2-Day Tour from Guayaquil
(2) Reviews
Posorja
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This private 2-day experience combines some of the most remarkable coastal attractions in Ecuador in a single itinerary. Observe wild bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat at Puerto El Morro, explore protected mangrove ecosystems rich in birdlife, and discover the scenic beauty of the Ruta del Sol.
Continue to Salinas, Ecuador’s most popular beach destination, where you will visit La Chocolatera, La Lobería sea lion colony, traditional salt ponds, and important migratory bird habitats. Along the way, learn about local culture, artisan traditions, and the unique wildlife that makes Ecuador’s Pacific coast one of the most diverse regions in South America.
