Isla de la Plata: Caminata y Snorkeling en el Parque Machalilla
Descripción
Explora la "Pequeña Galápagos" en este recorrido enfocado en la naturaleza de Isla de la Plata en el Parque Nacional Machalilla. Camina por senderos panorámicos con guías bilingües para observar piqueros de patas azules, piqueros enmascarados, fragatas y diversas aves marinas en su hábitat natural. La experiencia incluye tiempo para snorkeling opcional desde la orilla para ver tortugas marinas y peces de colores. De diciembre a mayo, podemos observar casualmente delfines y otros animales marinos. Entre junio y octubre, Ecuador se convierte en área de reproducción de ballenas jorobadas, garantizando su avistamiento durante esta temporada. Visita nuestro pequeño Centro de Información sobre Ballenas y Delfines en la oficina de Palo Santo con exhibiciones educativas, historias regionales y una tienda temática. Esta experiencia educativa de 7 horas combina caminata, observación de naturaleza y aprendizaje ambiental en uno de los ecosistemas más diversos de Ecuador. Proporcionamos todo el equipo de snorkeling, almuerzo y agua. Los grupos pequeños aseguran una experiencia personalizada, ideal para familias y entusiastas de la naturaleza.
Opciones de la excursión
Itinerario
Descubre la naturaleza de las "Pequeñas Galápagos" con esta expedición a la Isla de la Plata en el Parque Nacional Machalilla. En esta excursión educativa, caminará por senderos panorámicos donde observará piqueros de patas azules, piqueros enmascarados, aves fragata y varias aves marinas en su entorno natural. Sus guías bilingües le explicarán la biodiversidad y la importancia ecológica de la isla. El programa incluye tiempo para bucear donde se puede ver tortugas marinas, peces tropicales y ocasionalmente leones marinos. Entre junio y octubre, tendrás una oportunidad 100% confirmada de observar ballenas que migran a aguas ecuatorianas para aparearse y reproducirse. De enero a mayo, hay una gran posibilidad de encontrar delfines, mantarrayas y otras especies de fauna marina durante el recorrido. Nos reunimos en nuestra oficina Palo Santo Travel frente a la marina en el malecón de Puerto López.
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Información importante
- Hay opciones de transporte público disponibles en las cercanías
- Los bebés deben sentarse en el regazo de un adulto
- Adecuado para todos los niveles de aptitud física
Opiniones(9)
Tour was great, though I wish it was a little more whale centered. It’s advertised as whale watching, but we spent like 10 min looking at whales. I think I would have preferred more whale time instead of the snorkeling (but this is coming from someone who has done a lot of snorkeling). The hiking part was great because we saw a lot of birds. If you want to see the blue footed boobie- this is the tour for you.
We had a great time and enjoyed it a lot. The Isla de la Plata tour is a lovely experience, from the journey to the island, the hike, its wonderful landscapes, the birds, fish, turtles, the clean and fresh water for snorkeling, everything is perfect for sharing with family and friends. The attention at reception, our guide Galito, and Captain Silvano were all very kind, excellent service from Palo Santo Travel. Thank you very much🤗
Alan was a fantastic guide - purely bi-lingual and the heart of a great teacher - he was very helpful to a lady who was having trouble with the climb - showed he cares
Prepared to walk the sun
Myself and my friends absolutely loved this tour! And we loved the amazing staff who were working on the boat, and Silvano our guide. The lunch sandwiches were delicious and definitely needed after the hike, and it was great to have Silvano showing us the different animals, birds, and fish on both the walk and hike. There was another family group on the boat with us who were really nice too, but it didn't feel overcrowded at all. And we saw dolphins and turtles!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 🌊✨ We’re truly happy to know that you and your friends had such an amazing and memorable experience with us. Seeing blue-footed boobies, dolphins, and turtles in one day is always something special, and we’re glad you enjoyed every part of the tour. We are proud to have an excellent team — our guides (both men and women), captains, and our office and reservation staff all work together to create a safe, well-organized, and truly unique experience. It’s a full team effort, and reviews like yours mean a lot to all of us. At this time of the year, there is around a 60% chance of spotting dolphins, and occasionally we can also encounter Bryde’s whales, making each trip different and exciting 🐬🐋 For future travelers: we are a fully legal and certified operator, located right in front of the Malecón at the Naval checkpoint in Puerto López, making your reservation easy, safe, and reliable. We would love to welcome you again! Feel free to book in advance and experience Isla de la Plata with us 🌿✨ Warm regards, Palo Santo Travel Team
We joined a Isla de la Plata tour with private transfer from Guayaquil. This is a convenient way without hassle arranging public transport to and from Puerto Lopez. We walked trails in the island, and saw a number of boobies. This is not breeding or whale season, therefore frigatebirds are not their most beautiful. Snorkeling near island is easy, have many corals and fish. Most surprising is green turtles coming to our boat. A valuable trip.
Thank you so much for your review! 🌊 We’re really happy you enjoyed the tour and the private transfer from Guayaquil — it definitely makes the trip much easier and more comfortable. Even outside whale season, Isla de la Plata always has beautiful wildlife, and seeing turtles around the boat is always a special surprise 🐢 We have a great team — guides, captains, and office staff — all working together to make the experience safe and enjoyable. For future travelers: we are a legal and certified operator, located right in front of the Malecón at the Naval checkpoint in Puerto López. We also offer private transfers from Guayaquil, Manta, Portoviejo, Salinas, and Montañita after booking your tour. Hope to see you again soon, maybe during whale season (june-october)! 🐋✨
Very fun and very friendly and attentive staff, in the accommodation perhaps the room could be better, not because it was ugly or dirty, it was in excellent condition, but they promoted with a small balcony and gave us one with only a window
Excellent tour, perfect timing, 10/10 Service and the super safe Silver Island Snorkeling experience, plus we had excellent whale watching weather which gave a bonus to the experience. 100% recommended
¡Gracias por compartir tu experiencia en nuestro tour en Isla de la Plata! Nos alegra saber que disfrutaste un tour de avistamiento de ballenas seguro y emocionante, con un timing perfecto y un servicio de alta calidad (10/10). La experiencia de snorkel en Isla de la Plata es sin duda uno de los atractivos más destacados de nuestros paquetes turísticos en Puerto López. Contar con un clima excelente para observar ballenas hace que esta aventura marina sea aún más especial y memorable. En Palo Santo Travel nos esforzamos por ofrecer tours responsables, seguros y educativos, ideales para los amantes de la naturaleza y la vida marina. ¡Gracias por recomendarnos al 100%! Te esperamos pronto para seguir explorando juntos la increíble biodiversidad del océano Pacífico en Ecuador.
It's been one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Wonderful humpback whale watching with respectful approach. The hike to the Island allowed us to see the different birds in their habitat, at all times accompanied by the guide and his explanations, is totally worth it. We snorkeled with turtles. Very remarkable is that each trip allows the foundation to conduct research to protect and conserve these beautiful animals. The agency’s guides and researchers are very friendly people, always attentive to us and with great enthusiasm. Scientific tourism and excellence. 100% recommended!
¡Muchas gracias por compartir esta hermosa experiencia! Nos alegra profundamente saber que tuviste un avistamiento respetuoso y maravilloso de ballenas jorobadas, y que disfrutaste la caminata por la isla observando aves en su hábitat natural. Nuestro compromiso es ofrecer turismo científico y de excelencia, con guías apasionados y atentos que acompañan cada paso del recorrido con explicaciones claras y enriquecedoras. El snorkeling con tortugas es sin duda uno de los momentos más especiales, y nos enorgullece que cada viaje contribuya a la conservación y protección de estos hermosos animales marinos. Gracias por recomendarnos al 100%. Será un placer volver a recibirte para seguir explorando juntos la biodiversidad única del océano Pacífico en Ecuador.
