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Playas, Ecuador

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Dive into Playas, Ecuador, where sun-kissed beaches meet vibrant sunsets! Savor fresh ceviche by the ocean, feel the invigorating breeze, and dance to Latin rhythms. Explore colorful markets and try your hand at surfing! With friendly locals and stunning coastal views, this hidden gem promises unforgettable adventures and endless fun for every traveler!

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Landmark4.6/5

Playas Surf Break

Renowned for its consistent waves and stunning coastal scenery, Playas Surf Break is a must-visit destination for surfers and beach lovers alike, offering a vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking sunsets on Ecuador's coastline.

Outdoor4.3/5

Parque

Culture4.7/5

Iglesia Católica María, Madre del Buen Pastor | Gral Villamil Playas

Nestled in Playas, Ecuador, Iglesia Católica María, Madre del Buen Pastor captivates visitors with its stunning architecture and serene coastal views, making it a perfect spot for reflection and spiritual connection in a vibrant community.

Landmark4.3/5

Muelle de los Prácticos PLAYAS Ecuador

Muelle de los Prácticos in Playas, Ecuador, offers stunning ocean views and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a perfect spot to experience local culture and breathtaking sunsets by the shore.

Landmark4.8/5

Monumento a la balsa playense

Nestled in Playas, Ecuador, the Monumento a la Balsa Playense celebrates the region's rich maritime heritage, featuring a striking sculpture that captures the spirit of local fishing traditions and vibrant coastal culture.

Shop4.4/5

Paseo Shopping Villamil

Landmark4.2/5

Mercado Municipal PLAYAS

Eat5/5

Comedor “El RINCON DE MARY”

Eat$$$4.3/5

Restaurante Juan Ostras

Eat$$$4.2/5

🇪🇨 El Pescaito 🇪🇨

Eat$$$4.1/5

LA OSTRA QUE FUMA

Eat$$4.5/5

La Casa de Fortunato

Eat4.3/5

Puerto Espina

Eat4.5/5

Na Rua

Cafe4.8/5

Al Horno & Grill Playas

Eat4.7/5

Moros en la Costa X-Press Restaurant

Eat4.6/5

El Kiosko del Gordo Daniel

Eat4.5/5

Comedor Elenita #5

Eat4.2/5

La Conchita

Stays

Stay4.8/5

Nativo Lodge

Stay4.7/5

MARIBAO

Nestled in the captivating coastal village of Engabao, MARIBAO offers stunning golden sands and crystal-clear waters, making it a perfect escape for sun-seekers and surf enthusiasts alike.

Stay4.65/5

Cabañas El Jardín

Stay4.55/5

Ohana Beach Hotel

Stay4.45/5

Hotel Arena Caliente

Stay4.35/5

HOSTAL/HOTEL LAS GARZAS

Stay4.35/5

Hotel Romanos

Nestled along the stunning Ecuadorian coast, Hotel Romanos offers breathtaking ocean views, luxurious accommodations, and a tranquil ambiance, making it the perfect getaway for relaxation and adventure alike.

Stay4.25/5

Flor de Lis Beach House

Stay4.25/5

Hosteria Valeritos

Stay4.2/5

HOTEL PRESIDENTE PREMIUM Playas

Escape to Hotel Presidente Playas Premium, where sandy bliss meets tropical charm! Nestled in Urb. Acapulco, Gral Villamil, this vibrant oasis boasts cozy rooms, a sparkling pool, and beach access that'll have you saying, “Just one more day!” Savor delicious local cuisine and sip tropical cocktails as you soak up the sun. Your perfect getaway awaits! 🌴🌞

Stay4.1/5

Hotel La Ría Playas

Stay3.75/5

Hotel D'Laverdy

Stay3.3/5

Hotel Paradise Beach

Stay0.5/5

Karibao Resort

Nestled at Km 7.5 via Playas Engabao, Karibao Resort is a tropical paradise! Picture lounging by shimmering pools, basking in Ecuador's sun, and sipping refreshing cocktails. With beachfront access, delicious local cuisine, and vibrant nightlife, this resort is perfect for adventure seekers and relaxation enthusiasts alike. Dive in and make unforgettable memories at Karibao!

Things To Do
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5/5
6 h

Dolphin Watching in Puerto El Morro from Guayaquil

Explore the Morro port near to Guayaquil to see bottlenose dolphins in its natural area, here we can live the experiences in seeing these magnifican animals in a arm of pacific ocean, we will know more about the differents mangroves that this area has, additional we will see differents kind of birds and our guide will provide more information obout all this experiences

$216.00
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5/5
3 h

3-Hour Vineyard Wine Tour with Tasting

The vineyard has an incredible view and a unique environment in Ecuador that allows us to learn about the wine making process in this country in the middle of the world. In this guided tour our sommelier will be teaching us the steps to make wine and the entire history behind the Dos Hemisferios project, who made it possible and a tour with tasting of the products created in the winery.

$67.20
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4.9/5
7 h

Full Day Visit to Vineyard and Premium Tasting in San Miguel

Having a vineyard in Ecuador was believed impossible, as well as having wines of the quality that we have managed to achieve. You will be able to see unique landscapes, how a vineyard is integrated into the typical panorama of the Ecuadorian coast: the tropical dry forest. In addition, you will find that our wines have notes and characteristics that only our terroir can offer us.

$144.25
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4.8/5
7 h

Full Day Dolphins Mangroves and Birdwatching Tour from Guayaquil

What makes this tour truly special is the combination of wildlife, culture, and authentic coastal life near Guayaquil. Explore the mangrove ecosystem of Puerto El Morro, where you can observe bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat while cruising through peaceful estuaries surrounded by rich birdlife, including herons, pelicans, ibises, and other native coastal species. This experience also offers a unique connection with local artisanal fishing communities, where traditional practices and daily coastal life are still preserved. To complete the journey, enjoy a freshly prepared seafood lunch featuring authentic flavors from Ecuador’s coast. More than a boat tour, this is a living experience of Ecuador’s mangroves, wildlife, and coastal traditions.

$231.00
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4.7/5
8 h

Full Day Tour Mangroves Dolphins and Cocoa Farm from Guayaquil

From the city of Guayaquil we will go to Puerto el Morro where a boat awaits us that will take us on an unforgettable tour around the mangroves. This site is considered a protected area and also a natural refuge for hundreds of Herons and Birds. This experience is combined with Observation of the bottlenose dolphins These marine mammals have the habit of accompanying or escorting the boats that make their journeys along these channels. The most convenient time to observe them is at mid-tide and, less frequently, at low tide."Surely these cute little animals are at the center of attention of this beautiful place. Then we will visit a cocoa farm, where we can see the industrial and artisanal processes of making chocolate in Ecuador. We will also learn about the crops and varieties of cocoa plans, and we will taste a delicious typical lunch based on products that we will obtain from the farm to prepare our food. "

$225.00
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4.5/5
7 h

Dolphin Watching Experience in Puerto El Morro from Guayaquil

Amongst other day trips, a full-day trip to Puerto El Morro allows you to enjoy one of the scintillating excursions in Ecuador. Approximately an hour and a half far from Guayaquil, Puerto El Morro is a countryside parish famous for its many mangroves and premium blue-footed boobies. Sea-lions albatross and the cream of the crop-bottle-nosed dolphins. The dolphin watching tours are one of the bestseller tour packages from Guayaquil and are worth every penny.

$165.00
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4.5/5
48 h

Ruta del Sol, Salinas & Dolphin 2-Day Tour from Guayaquil

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. The combination of wildlife, coastal landscapes, culture, and personalized private service makes this experience an ideal way to discover the highlights of Ecuador’s coastline in just two days.

$450.00
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6 h

Guayaquil Stopover with Cooking Class & Overnight Stay

Our experience stars in a farm surrounded by trees in the middle of a extense forest, also we will find many crops of tropical fruits, like mango, pitahaya and cashew, in addition we will learn about the processes that farmers use to ferment the cocoa beans in optimal temperature conditions to guarantee the quality of the product and obtain a good organic chocolate. In the afternoon we are going to a community of fishers, we will walk for about 1 hour around the mangroves, this site is wonderful to enjoy a sight of birds and herons, here live about of 80 different species that nest here to feed, this place is a wild life refuge where most Ecuadorian and migratory birds are concentrated, then we return to Guayaquil.

$174.36
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6 h

Dolphin Watching in Puerto El Morro from Guayaquil

The guide will pick up you in the lobby of ypour hotel ( Hotel pick up inside the urban perimeter of Guayaquil) In this tour we will watching Dolphins then we will go to Puerto Villamil to take the lunch and see the sea

$216.00
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6 h

Private Full-Day Winery Experience

Visit the vineyard that made the impossible possible: create high quality wines in the middle of the world where we will learn about wine making, the history of the winery and how we managed to do the impossible in Ecuador.

$192.32
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600 h

4 World of Ecuador " Coast - Andean - Amazon - Galapagos"

This is a big experience visit the 4 Worlds of Ecuador in a long package where you are going to explore the most important tourist attractive of this amazing country. The first world will be the Andean of Ecuador. Quito its attractions inside and near it " Quilotoa - Mindo - Cotopaxi - Papallacta". The second World will be the amazon of Ecuador we will explore this place for 5 days " Tena ". The Third world will be Galapagos, we will explore the three islands " Santa Cruz - Isabela - San Cristobal " in 11 days The fourth world will be the coast of Ecuador Guayaquil its attractions inside and near it " The Morro's dock - Churute Mangrove - Ayangue This experience begin in Quito and finish in Guayaquil

$7,242.00
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