San Sebastián Rainforest Excursion
San Sebastián Rainforest Excursion
After picking you up at the indicated time at the meeting point in Puerto López or Montañita, we'll begin this excursion to the San Sebastián rainforest. Ready to enter a unique natural landscape in the Ecuadorian province of Manabi?
We'll get into a vehicle and travel until we reach Río Blanco, where we begin a 3.5-hour hike through the San Sebastián rainforest.
Throughout the hike, we'll see different types of birds and the peculiar flora that populate Machalilla National Park, which has very similar characteristics to the Amazon rainforest. Did you know that it's an important site of biological regeneration within the Choco-Manabi Binational Corridor?
Be on the lookout! During the route we may also see howler monkeys, guans, guantas, deer, and a great variety of insects. As for the flora, the San Sebastián rainforest is home to more than 150 endemic species.
Worked up an appetite? Don't worry, at around 1:45 pm we'll take a break for a delicious lunch consisting of a starter, a main course, and a drink.
We'll finish the excursion by making our way back and leaving you at the meeting point. Arrival is scheduled between six and eight hours later, depending on where you finish the tour.
Schedule & meeting points
Depending on where you want to start the tour, please consider the following pickup times and meeting points:
- Tour from Puerto López: 9 am, at Malecon Julio Izurieta & Eloy Alfaro
- Tour from Montañita: 8:30 am, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Montañita
More Information
Duration
5 - 6h.
Language
The activity takes place with a tour assistant that speaks in English and Spanish.
Included
Hotel pickup and return transfer (depending selection)
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Lunch
Rubber boots
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Machalilla Tours
Corporate name: MACHALILLATOURS CIA. LTDA.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 2 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
