Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

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This tour is a favourite for the more active Cruise ship passengers and tourists alike. We spend a day enjoying local wildlife, culture, food and drink. The rainforest section can include light and easy walking for up to 1 hours, and then a much more adventurous active hike for the second hour if desired. If not we can hop back on the bus and meet the rest of the group at the finish line.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Playa Tarqui, Manta 130204, Ecuador

This tour will take us along the main coast road in Manta to the historic fish market, the base of the local economy as well as the Traditional wooden shipyard right on the beach. The daily life of the fishermen has not much changed in generations and the massive wooden skeletons of the fishing trawlers being built are truly impressive.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Pacoche Wildlife Refuge, Ruta del Spondylus Bosque de Pacoche, Pacoche Ecuador

Start times will adjust to Ship arrival. The first stop is a trip to the green abundance of the Pacoche rainforest. Secluded in the humid microclimate this national park houses an immense variety of birds, monkeys and all sorts of local wildlife. Your guide will team up with a local resident here to help highlight all the interesting sights and sounds. The walk is 2 hours long, with the first hour being very easy mostly level terrain with some steps with bamboo railing. The second half is a little more demanding as we traverse some rocky terrain and local dear tracks along and across small streams. Feet will likely get wet here. Less adventurous types can turn back at the halfway point and meet us and the finish point on the bus.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Playa San Lorenzo, Manta 130802 Ecuador

Famous as a breeding ground for sea turtles, during the winter months, we can often see the eggs hatch and the baby turtles striving towards the surf. They will return 40 years later after reach breeding age.

This awesome little town is home to various expats who have accomplished their dream of living and working in paradise. We can get a traditional meal at the beachfront restaurants and bars. You’ll see a lot of strange dishes that are really tasty. We recommend the Tongas.


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Pacoche, Ecuador

Normally we take our clients to eat in Pacoche

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Montecristi, Montecristi, Manabi Province

Next, we will travel to the home of the famous Panama Hats, Montecristi. Sheltered at the feet of the Landmark Mountain is the town that birthed these sombreros many generations ago. Once in the small town center, your guide will show you the Panama hat makers workshops and stores as well as a huge variety of local artisan goods. We can also see some of the last examples of the traditional wooden architecture in the central plaza next to the cathedral.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"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"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 60 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Hora de Inicio: 08:30 AM
Duración: 7 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
The tour start time can be changed to fit any cruise ship.

We will be waiting at the cruise ship port passenger terminal with our red Manta Tour Guide uniforms and name cards at the ready. Right outside the arrival gate. The passenger terminal is a small modern building. You will see us right away.

We can also arrange pickups from anywhere in and around Manta. Transport from further afield can be arranged on request.



Ports

• TPM manta

Cancelaciones y devoluciones: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluye

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• All Fees and Taxes
• Bottled water
• Attraction tickets
• Guide
• Entry/Admission - Pacoche Wildlife Refuge
• Entry/Admission - Playa Tarqui
• Entry/Admission - Playa San Lorenzo

No Incluye

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