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¡ WELCOME TO MACHALILLA NATIONAL PARK!


THE HUMPBACKS WHALES WAIT FOR YOU!!!

 

Come and enjoy our culture, delicious gastronomy, and unbeatable landscapes with the unique Ecuadorian coast flora and fauna. The marine area of Machalilla National Park is widely recognized as the most important area for the breeding and reproduction of humpback whales that migrate from Antarctica from June to October every year. Daily tours all year round in touristic yachts, whale watching, diving, hiking, snorkeling, fishing and more activities that will make you come back again! 

Isla de la Plata wait for you...

Start planning your visit today!

¿WHO WE ARE?


PALO SANTO TRAVEL s a Small Company born in Puerto Lopez, part of the Machalilla National Park, since 2013. We are DIRECT OPERATORS FROM ECUADOR, with tourism yachts, supporting the small businesses, foundations and craftwork communities, lodging, touristic transport, and scientific research.  Part of our team is biologist and whale researchers.


Our mission is to become an environmentally friendly tourism Company dedicated to giving you the best experiences with nature. We have grown slowly, step by step, giving rise to a team of engaged people, capable of giving you the most professional experience in the field. During these few years, we have learned that the best service is always recommended.

 

This is why we are always trying to improve the Company’s structure and personnel to fulfill or client’s expectations.

 

 I WELCOME, WE CAN’T WAIT TO MEET YOU!

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TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA | SNORKEL | MARINE TURTLES | WHALE WATCHING |PUERTO LOPEZ

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE WITH NATURE IN THIS TOUR, "ISLA DE LA PLATA" FROM PUERTO LOPEZ. FULL-DAY TOUR FROM PUERTO LOPEZ If you like nature, this tour is for you... Encounter free marine turtles in the environment; they feed around you... trekking observing wonderful landscapes, with stories of pirates and buccaneers, observing boobies with their nests, colonies of hundreds of frigatebirds. Upon return, a delicious swim and snorkeling in the sea surrounded by multicolored fish and coral reefs, and from June to October, humpback whale watching is included. You can even hear the songs of whales when you snorkel in Isla de la Plata. 100% guarantee you watch whales.  We leave every day from Puerto López.  Isla de la Plata is a unique island open for tourism on the Ecuadorian Coast. Its local name is "Small Galapagos." La Isla de La Plata is also known as the small Galápagos because it has the same ecosystem and marine birds on the Island. In pre-Columbian times (5.000 B.C.),  the sun and the sea was the ceremonial center of worship for the Incas. Buccaneers and pirates later visited the Island. The old histories tell about hidden treasures.  Finally, it belongs to one of the most famous families in Ecuador to be part of the Machalilla National Park; Isla de la Plata is the second most protected area biggest in Ecuador.   You need to know we are committed to your safety: our vessel is equipped with life jackets for everyone on board, and all our crew members have been trained and certified to ensure your safety. If you suffer from any physical or mental condition that may affect your safety during this trip (heart or pulmonary problems, seasickness, asthma, etc.), let us know when you are booking so we can arrange the proper changes to your itinerary to guarantee you have a pleasant and safe trip.   Our tour will be different, our service is personal, and we have a biologist who enjoys our services. A lot of fun! This tour included whale watching from June to October each year. Puerto Lopez is a breeding area for humpback whales; you could meet with a big group of males mating with the females.  Other Tours and Options in Puerto Lopez: HOTEL PUERTO LOPEZ + TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA TOUR WHALE WATCHING WITH RESEARCHERS (June to October) TOUR LOS FRAILES BEACH + WHALES (June to October) WHALE SAFARI (June to October)

PUERTO LOPEZ | MACHALILLA | ISLA DE LA PLATA | SALANGO

TOUR | SNORKEL | WHALE WATCHING | BIRD WATCHING | VOLUNTEERS


 

AWARDS AND HONOURS


TRIPADVISOR

TRIPADVISOR has chosen us for several years as winners of the Certificate of Excellence and first of all in the Tour Category in Puerto López. We are so proud and Thanks to the Palo Santo team and our customers, with whom we continue to learn and improve every day.

 

 

TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY AWARDS

PALO SANTO TRAVEL has been nominated in two years for this award. Now, we win !!! and we are happy to have won in the Wild Life Category and that we are among the best Tours in All of Ecuador.

MONTAÑITA | TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA | WHALE WATCHING | ECUADOR

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE IN ISLA DE LA PLATA (SMALL GALAPAGOS) FROM MONTAÑITA Marine Turtles | Snorkeling | Trekking in Isla de la Plata | Bird Watching | Whale Watching (From June to October) in the same Tour from Montañita Our goal is to give you an exciting adventure you will never forget. We want to make sure you really enjoy the incredible humpback whale watching (available from June to October) and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto López and Machalilla National Park. Each small-group adventure carries no more than 16 guests on Palo Santo Boats, a 12 meters fiberglass yachts with two 150 Hp ecological outboard motors. This tour included transfer Montañita - Puerto Lopez - Montañita; Tourism Boat from Puerto Lopez; Encounter with marine turtles; Trekking in Isla de la Plata; Snorkeling on the reef corals in Isla and Whale Watching (only available from June to October).   La Isla de La Plata is also known as small Galápagos because it has the same ecosystem and animals living on the Island. In pre-Columbian times the sun and the sea were a ceremonial center of worship for the Incas. Later, the Plata Island was visited by buccaneers and pirates. Finally, it belonged to one of the most famous families in Ecuador to be part of the Machalilla National Park, Isla la Plata is the second protected area of Ecuador.   From June until October humpback whales travel more than 7,000 km from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador. La Isla de La Plata is considered a breeding area for different species of whales and dolphins. It is also a place where they unite together. Only in these few month you can enjoy acrobatic shows from these wonderful animals. 100% guaranteed whale watching (from June to October 15). If you do not see them, we will refund your money.

WHALE WATCHING | SNORKEL FROM PUERTO LOPEZ IN ECUADOR

100% guaranteed whale watching. If you do not see any whales, we will refund your money. Our goal is to provide you with an exciting adventure that you will never forget. We want to ensure that you truly enjoy the incredible humpback whale watching and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez. Join us for an unforgettable whale watching tour in Puerto Lopez, Ecuador! "Ecuador is one of the most amazing and impressive for whale watching destinations in the world" Gregory Kaufman, - President and Founder of Pacific Whale Foundation. Experience the breathtaking migration of humpback whales from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador from June to October. These magnificent creatures, reaching lengths of up to 15 meters and weighing up to 30 tons, offer a captivating sight and are among the world's largest animals.   During our tour, you'll witness the fascinating social dynamics of humpback whales, including males vying for female attention and the nurturing bond between mother and calf, with calves reaching up to 4 meters in length. As we navigate these waters, we often encounter numerous whales traveling in close proximity.   Located in a nursery and mating area for humpback whales, this tour offers a unique opportunity for direct contact with nature and a chance to witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. After the whale watching excursion, we'll visit Salango Island or other nearby islands, where you can swim or snorkel to explore the vibrant reef corals and diverse marine life, including the chance to see sea lions and marine turtles.   Don't miss this adventure of a lifetime!
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