YOU IMAGINE!!! We go very close to the coast by boat, at low speed, looking for and discovering marine animals between whales and dolphins for hours. If you like nature, love the ocean, try to do something for a change, you want to help to know more about it. Coastal Expeditions is a dedicated group of biologists who use boats to research whales and dolphins. Travel with researchers, 100 km, for 4 to 6 hours close to the Ecuadorian coast. Discover the coastal towns, islands, and islets through various protected areas, discover marine animals, and help us search for the threatened population of coastal bottlenose dolphins. This trip is private for you and your family or friends. The cost is per boat. Includes a delicious lunch. There is a 70% chance that we will encounter whales, sea lions, whale sharks, and even dolphins. But we offer you that the wonderful coastal scenery will be exciting.  We only do this research five days each month. Take advantage and book your best date. This tour is for you...   OTHER TOURS: Trekking in Isla de la Plata (Tour Isla de la Plata) Researcher for one day  Volunteer with whales for one week Playa Los Frailes (morning) + Whale Watching Tour (afternoon) from June to October Whale Watching Tour + Snorkel in Isla Salango from June to October Coastal Tour in Isla Salango

Paquete Incluye 4 días, 3 noches en Hotel Frente a la Playa en Puerto López | Tour Isla de la Plata | Visita a la Playa Los Frailes | Tour Arqueologico a Agua Blanca | Visita a la Fabrica de Artesanias Palo Santo | City Tour en Mototaxi o Tuk Tuk  Tienes pocos días y quieres conocer lo mejor del Parque Nacional Machalilla? Esta es tu mejor opción... Si deseas visitar el corazón del Parque Nacional Machalilla desde Puerto López, tu puedes acceder a este paquete que incluye los principales atractivos del área protegida, tours de vida salvaje, hotel frente al mar y típicas comidas manabitas.  Este Paquete te ofrece las mejores "Experiencias en Puerto López" conoce la Costa Ecuatoriana, Visita Parques Nacionales, Ruinas Arqueológicas, Reservas Naturales Marinas con Islas, Siente el Sol desde Playas de Arena Blanca, Observación de Ballenas (junio a octubre), Observación de Aves y Tortugas Marinas, compra artesanías hechas a mano y con materiales naturales como el árbol de Palo Santo, desayunos típicos manabas y más, mientras disfrutas de este Paquete Completo de Tours y Hospedaje en Puerto López, Manabí.    Contact us directly at palosanto22@gmail.com or our whatsup +593995464860 to book this adventure.   A lot of fun! ≈ More Information About Puerto Lopez ≈ More Information About Isla de la Plata and Machalilla National Park  

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE IN THE PACIFIC OCEAN Enjoy a day bunch of adventure, discovering the natural beauty of Salango Island located near the Puerto Lopez inside of  Machalilla National Park. You will visit different coral reef systems where you will be amazed by the diverse marine life near the coast.    A place where you will enjoy a lot of kind of adventures such as exploring the marvelous of the Machalilla National Park. The coastal route reaches Salango Island where you can see sea birds from the cliffs and snorkel in the reefs around Isla Salango. There are also shared activities with free swimming and kayaking in the area. Besides this, enjoy snacks with banana bread and fresh fruit. We will provide you all the important information you will need about the tour and about the local biodiversity too. This Tour From June 22 to September included Whale Watching and the cost is 5 USD more. ¡Enjoy and visit us! ≈ More Information About Puerto Lopez ≈ More Information About Isla de la Plata and Machalilla National Park ≈ More Information About Our Boats

Enjoy a fishing tour in front of Puerto Lopez and have a great time in the beautiful blue and green waters of the Pacific Ocean. You can fish slouch weevil, swordfish, wahoo, yellowfin tuna, bigeye tuna, grouper, dorado, sierra, silver croaker, Murico, grouper, snook, and huayaipe. The species depends on the month of the year.   Book one of our tours, our boats from 31 to 41 feet in length, all of them with GPS and fishfinder. This program departs from Puerto López to Salango Island or out Isla de La Plata. Distance around 10 to 25 miles off land. Season December to January: Marlin Season February - March - April: Cherna, Corvina, Wahoo, Atun, Marlin (few possibilities) Season Junio to September: Cherna, Corvina, Dorado ¡Enjoy and visit us! ≈ More Information About Puerto Lopez ≈ More Information About Isla de la Plata and Machalilla National Park ≈ More Information About Our Boats

DO YOU LIKE MORE TIME AND PHOTOS WITH WHALES, UNDERSTAND MORE ABOUT THE WHALE POPULATION, THIS IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY, A CLOSE ENCOUNTER WITH THE GIANTS OF THE SEA WITH WHALE RESEARCHERS Join a team of marine scientists on an exciting expedition off the coast of Puerto López and Machalilla National Park to track and study one of the most fascinating creatures on earth: the humpback whale. 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 months, you can enjoy acrobatic shows from these wonderful animals.    Marine biologists, ecologists, and naturalists will guide your adventure with outstanding commentary about the local environment and sharing real-time insight into whales’ ecology and behavior while collecting scientific data for ongoing research and conservation projects.   By taking part in this tour you are contributing directly to marine research and monitoring activities led by the Pacific Whale Foundation (PWF) and its partners for the conservation of whales and dolphins in the marine area of Machalilla National Park and Cantagallo Marine Reserve.   OTHER TOURS: Trekking in Isla de la Plata (Tour Isla de la Plata) Playa Los Frailes (morning) + Whale Watching Tour (afternoon) Whale Watching Tour + Snorkel in Isla Salango Coastal Tour in Isla Salango

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE IN ISLA DE LA PLATA FROM GUAYAQUIL TRANSFER FROM GUAYAQUIL TO PUERTO LOPEZ + TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA AND SNORKEL, FULL DAY DAILY TOUR  Our goal is to give you an exciting adventure you will never forget.  You can enjoy the amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez and Machalilla National Park. This tour included marine turtles sightings, walking in Isla de la Plata for two hours (small Galapagos) and Snorkel and swimming surrounded by tropical colorful fish and abundant marine life. Feel nature very close to you.   FROM OCTOBER TO MAY:  This tour included: Transfer GUAYAQUIL - Puerto Lopez - GUAYAQUIL, Tour Isla de la Plata: trekking in Isla de la Plata, an encounter with marine turtles, snorkel time with tropical fishes. FROM JUNE TO OCTOBER: This tour included: Transfer GUAYAQUIL - Puerto Lopez - GUAYAQUIL, Tour Isla de la Plata: trekking in Isla de la Plata, an encounter with marine turtles, snorkel time with tropical fishes + whale watching. The tour began from your hotel or airport in Guayaquil, for three and half hour, you enjoy the Guayas and Manabi province landscapes, then we will arrive at Puerto Lopez, part of Machalilla National Park is the best breeding area with different species of marine birds, whales, turtles in Latinoamerica.    "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, Silver Island was visited by buccaneers and pirates. Finally, it belonged to one of the most famous families tours in Ecuador to be part of the Machalilla National Park, Isla la Plata is the second important protected area in Ecuador." From june to october, we can help you with the Isla de la Plata Tour + Whale watching from Guayaquil (extra 10 usd x person). You will pay this extra in our office (not included in the cost).    

ENJOY THE BEST WHITE SAND BEACH IN ECUADOR, LOS FRAILES - PUERTO LOPEZ Frailes Beach and Agua Blanca are part of the tropical dry forest of Machalilla National Park. The tree known as Palo Santo is highly present in the dry forest. Los Frailes Beach has three consecutive state nature preserves. Each beach has a different color of sand. From black sand to white-sand beaches. The community of Agua Blanca is an archaeological site where you can learn the ‘insitu’ pre-Columbian history, you can see funerary urns and ceramics which are over hundreds of years old. Finally, we visit the sacred lake sulfur appreciated for its healing and medicinal properties. A lot of fun!   OTHER TOURS FROM PUERTO LOPEZ: Isla de la Plata from Puerto Lopez Los Frailes Beach + Whale Watching (June - October) Tour full day with whales (Photo Safari) Volunteer for a week with whale researchers in Puerto Lopez  

One day in Machalilla National Park Enjoy the sea and the white sand of Playa Los Frailes and in the afternoon swim among reef fish in Isla Salango. Our goal is to give you an exciting adventure you will never forget in Machalilla National Park. We want to make sure you really enjoy the incredible humpback whale watching and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez.  Enjoy the main attractions of the Machalilla National Park. Beach, whales (June to September), and snorkel... ➡️In the morning... Enjoy Los Frailes Beach, one of the prettiest beaches in Ecuador, is set in Machalilla National Park and has exceptionally warm, clear waters – great for swimming and discovering the dry forest and their landscapes, animals, and flowers.  ➡️In the afternoon... Whale Watching Tour (June to September) or Coastal Tour (October to May) in Salango Island. From June until October, humpback whales migrate more than 7,000 km from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador. This is a preferred area for humpbacks for mating and their calves born here. Or other months in the year, you can visit Salango Island and enjoy the Snorkel tour with tropical fishes.  This is the unique real opportunity to have direct contact with nature and enjoy the hearth of Machalilla National Park. At the end of whale watching, we will go to the Salango Island or other small islands and we have the chance to swimming or use a snorkel to enjoy the reef corals and other marine animals. 100% guaranteed whale watching (June to September). If you do not see them, we will refund your money. ¡Enjoy the adventure¡ ≈ More Information About Puerto Lopez ≈ More Information About Isla de la Plata and Machalilla National Park ≈ More Information About Our Boats

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE WITH WHALES, A BEACH WITH WHITE SAND, AND LOCAL FOOD FROM MANTA 100% guaranteed whale watching. If you do not see them, we will refund your money. FROM MANTA, WHALE WATCHING, LOS FRAILES BEACH, AND SNORKELING FULL DAY 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 and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez and Machalilla National Park.   This tour included transfer Manta - Puerto Lopez - Manta, private transfer, and door to door. * Two or Three Hours in Los Frailes Beach (morning) * Manaba fish ceviche that includes avocado, peanuts, and of course green banana (not included drinks). * Whale Watching Tour (afternoon) * Snorkel time close to Puerto Lopez (afternoon) Machalilla National Park is the best breeding area for humpback whales in Latinoamerica. From June until October humpback whales travel more than 7,000 km from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador.  This tour includes beach, gastronomy, islands, and of course whale watching. The best attraction of Machalilla National Park from Puerto Lopez.    OTHER TOURS FROM MANTA or PUERTO LOPEZ: Tour Isla de la Plata from Manta Tour full day with whales (Photo Safari) Volunteer for a week with whale researchers in Puerto Lopez  

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE WITH WHALES IN ISLA DE LA PLATA FROM MANTA 100% guaranteed whale watching. If you do not see them, we will refund your money. FROM MANTA, TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA, WHALE WATCHING AND SNORKEL FULL DAY 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 and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez and Machalilla National Park. This tour included trasfer Manta - Puerto Lopez - Manta, from your hotel, is your opportunity to find whales, sure and safety. Machalilla National Park is the best breeding area for humpback whales in Latinoamerica.  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 was 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.  

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.

TOUR FULL DAY ISLA DE LA PLATA PLUS ACCOMMODATION IN PUERTO LOPEZ No trip to Ecuador is complete without visit to Isla de La Plata from spectacular Machalilla Nationa Park in Puerto López. Isla de La Plata is our small Galapagos, where you find the same seabirds and lanscapes that Galapagos. Teeming with wildlife, the La Plata Island is the perfect destination for nature lovers looking for a unique adventure and amazing views. Naturalist and native guides are on hand to guide the tour and answer questions as you capture glimpses of the rich abundance of native and migrating marine life, including humpback whales (june-october), green marine turtles and many species of seabirds.   This package include full tour Isla de la Plata + box lunch + marine turtles watching + snorkel with equipment + accommodations in  tourist superior Hotel in Puerto Lopez for two days, one night. You can choose between one night, two night, or more.    Contact us directly at palosanto22@gmail.com or our whatsup +593995464860 to book this adventure.   A lot of fun!   if you like ONLY Tour Isla de la Plata:   TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA (november to may)   TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA + WHALES (june to october)   RESEARCH TOUR WITH WHALES (june to september)  

TOUR FULL DAY ISLA DE LA PLATA PLUS ACCOMMODATION IN PUERTO LOPEZ No trip to Ecuador is complete without visit to Isla de La Plata from spectacular Machalilla Nationa Park in Puerto López. Isla de La Plata is our small Galapagos, where you find the same seabirds and lanscapes that Galapagos. Teeming with wildlife, the La Plata Island is the perfect destination for nature lovers looking for a unique adventure and amazing views. Naturalist and native guides are on hand to guide the tour and answer questions as you capture glimpses of the rich abundance of native and migrating marine life, including humpback whales (june-october), green marine turtles and many species of seabirds.   This package include full tour Isla de la Plata + box lunch + marine turtles watching + snorkel with equipment + accommodations in  tourist superior Hotel in Puerto Lopez for two days, one night. You can choose between one night, two night, or more.    Contact us directly at palosanto22@gmail.com or our whatsup +593995464860 to book this adventure.   A lot of fun!   if you like ONLY Tour Isla de la Plata:   TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA (november to may)   TOUR ISLA DE LA PLATA + WHALES (june to october)   RESEARCH TOUR WITH WHALES (june to september)  

Guayaquil Airport pick-up & transfer service from Guayaquil to Puerto Lopez.  With private service. Puerto Lopez is a fishing and tourist town, located in the Pacific Coast. An approximate 3.5 hours journey takes you to a variety of natural landscapes and you could travel for the Spondylus Route and see the Pacific Ocean for 2 hours.  Our private transfer service gets you there in style, comfort and safety. Book now!!!! More Tours in Puerto Lopez - Ecuador More information about Puerto Lopez - Ecuador  Package Hotel +  Isla de la Plata Tour from Puerto Lopez - Ecuador

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, have the possibility of humpback whale watching. You can even hear the songs of whales when you snorkel in Isla de la Plata. That's how complete this tour is. 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 small Galápagos because it has the same ecosystem and marine birds living 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 belonged 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 every single person on board, and all our crew members have been trained and certified to assure 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, then 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)

HUMPBACK WHALE RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS IN MACHALILLA NATIONAL PARK – ECUADOR The project Ballenas Jorobadas – Ecuador (Humpback Whales - Ecuador) is conducting a study on the demography of humpback whales and other cetaceans in the Machalilla National Park since 1997. Between June and October, the marine area of the Machalilla National Park forms a breeding area for humpback whales that migrate from the Antarctic to Ecuador. These whales are part of the humpback whale population of the Pacific southeast that feeds in the Antarctic and migrates around 7.000 km for mating and gives birth to their calf in Ecuador. The humpback whale population of the Southern Hemisphere that reproduces in Ecuadorian waters is estimated between 6.000 whales. Also, in this area, 15 cetacean species were identified during the last years, representing one of the highest known species diversities in South America.   The research has been carried out in whale watching boats used as a research platform. The Pacific Whale Foundation has a catalog of more than 2,000 whales identified through marks or pigmentation of their tail, which are similar to a human fingerprint. Interns will actively contribute to this research effort, and will also collect data.   These internships are available for durations ranging from 1 to 4 weeks, from June to October.  Volunteers will be introduced to and participate in the research techniques involving boat-based photo identification, behavioral studies, and acoustics. No previous experience is required. There are approximately four whale-watching boats that will be used by the volunteers to go out at sea and study the whales every day.  VOLUNTEER PROGRAM IN ECUADOR Learn About Us Learn About Puerto Lopez Researcher for One Day (Tour for Biologists, Photographers, Naturalists, and Families. Full-Day with whales) Volunteer with whales (7 Days or More)

ENJOY THE BEST LIVE ADVENTURE WITH WHALES IN ISLA DE LA PLATA FROM PUERTO LOPEZ 100% guaranteed whale watching (June to October). If you do not see them, we will refund your money. Our goal is to give you an exciting adventure in Ecuador you will never forget. We want to make sure you really enjoy the incredible humpback whale watching and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez. La Isla de La Plata is also known as the small Galapagos because it has the same ecosystem and animals living on the Island. In pre-Columbian times the sun and the sea were ceremonial centers of worship for the Incas. Later, 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 the first days of 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 months, you can enjoy acrobatic shows from these wonderful animals.   Tours In Puerto Lopez | Salango | Machalilla National Park     Beach Front Hotel in Puerto Lopez + Tour Isla de la Plata Tour Isla de la Plata from November to May  Whale Watching With Researcher in Isla de la Plata More Info About The Other Galapagos | Isla de la Plata     

100% guaranteed whale watching. If you do not see them, we will refund your money. 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 and amazing marine life sightings off the coast of Puerto Lopez.  "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.   From June until October humpback whales migrate more than 7,000 km from Antarctica to the shores of Machalilla National Park in Ecuador. Humpback whales could reach 15 meters long and weigh up to 30 tons. It is the world's fifth-largest animal. During the tour, we will have the opportunity to find the whale´s active groups where many males fall in love with its female. We can enjoy the behavior of the mother with its calf (it reaches 4 meters long). Or just, we could see many whales traveling close to us. We are in a nursery and mating area for humpback whales.   This is the unique real opportunity to have direct contact with nature and enjoy the humpback whales in their natural environment. At the end of whale watching, we will go to the Salango Island or other islands and we have the chance to swimming or use a snorkel to enjoy the reef corals and other marine animals. ¡Enjoy the adventure¡