What to do and see in Santa Elena Province, Ecuador: The Best Sightseeing Tours

March 31, 2022 Marlin Saiz

The Province of Santa Elena (Spanish pronunciation: [ˌsanta eˈlena]) is a province of Ecuador in the coastal region. Created in 2007 from territory that belonged to the Guayas Province, it is one of the two newest provinces of Ecuador, along with Santo Domingo de Los Tsáchilas. Its capital city is Santa Elena, from which the province derives its name.
Restaurants in Santa Elena Province

1. Salinas beach tour and bird watching (From Guayaquil )

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We will visit Salinas, the Lobería, place of refuge of sea lions; We will advance to the Chocolatera (the most outstanding point of the coastal profile) then we will know the beautiful beaches of Punta Carnero and rough sea. Finally we will arrive to make a tour of the salt ponds. This place is considered a protected refuge for wildlife since it hosts 135 species of migratory birds 92 aquatic and 43 terrestrial that make this site their habitat. We will learn the processes of the elaboration of salt that consists of entering by means of pumps the sea water to the pools for its evaporation, achieving the crystallization of the salt; then the iodization and fluorination processes are carried out

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local guide, All Fees and Taxes, Snacks, Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Lunch

Reviewed By Dredeezy

Yamil was an excellent tour guide. The experience was unique and catered to me! I HIGHLY recommend using this company!

2. Ecuador Cheap Customized Tours

Daniel Mucarsel
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Because being travelers, we know what is necessary to travel correctly, so Customized tours depending on travelers' preferences, let me know how much time you have and we can make it worth it! While you are here, spend some time in Ecuador! Here you have Quito is the perfect place to learn how the Spanish invasion changes everything about the prehispanic culture, mixing it into a creole style. Nice view of volcanoes and contrast with the modern Quito's city life. Some places/activities' availability may vary. Better to go during weekdays to avoid conglomeration. Keeping all biosafety standards, Covid free service. We take care of each other.

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Reviewed By Alexa Y

Daniel was a great guide and the drive from Quito was beautiful. The thermal springs and spa itself were amazing! I did the 45 min deep body massage and I highly recommend. If you go on a weekend, I would recommend leaving early, Daniela will work with you to figure out what time you want to leave and how long you want to stay, he is very flexible. If you're interested in Spa treatments, I would schedule them in advance or as soon as you arrive so that you can get the time slot you want. I waited a few hours and it started to get a little more crowded (not full but there were others there) and I hate to wait til the afternoon for my massage. Overall, it was a very relaxing day.

3. Baños to Montañita

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From Baños we will head to the resort town of Montañita. This scenic little paradise on the Pacific coast is popular with both travelers and local Ecuadorians for its gorgeous beaches and incredible nightlife. The weather is sunny all year round, and there's always good times to be had in town. Montañita is the perfect place to relax for a couple days and just enjoy the pleasant climate and beautiful scenery!

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Reviewed By Emurphy87

Beautiful crater! Ecuador Hop is a great company with excellent guides. The hike down to the crater is very sandy, long and tough - bring sturdy shoes like hiking boots.

4. Montañita Beach Surf Trip

Hotel Kundalini Montañita, a 200 metros al Norte del pueblo de montanita, 2 minutos caminando. Frente al mar., E15, Montañita, Ecuador Brother Surf Ecuador
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Tourists will be able to do surf lessons on different beaches, they will also have the opportunity to get to know the nearby mountain communities with their handicraft or gastronomic offerings. Surfing is a fun activity. Connecting with the sea generates better energy in our body and mind. It is ideal to get out of the routine and everyday stress. Our instructors are very friendly and passive during surf lessons. Brother Surf School, It is located just to the left of the Kundalini Hostel and Lido Beach Grill Restaurant in Montañita Beach. It has characteristics of Cabaña Rustia People who walk along the beach passing the river at 200 meters towards the Punta de Montañita

Inclusions: Private transportation, Surf lessons / Surf Instructor / Complete Surf Team, feeding according to the surf trip: 1/2 day snack / 1day typical food

Exclusions: Repair costs of surf equipment

Discovering Galapagos
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We have breakfast, 9:00 a.m. We take a boat that will take us to the first destination LA LOBERIA, which is an islet approximately two miles away from Santa Cruz Island, where sea lions rest, continuing with our tour we arrive at CANAL DEL AMOR where we have to observe countless birds, native plants and different species of marine life, we disembark on a small dock to go to PLAYA DE LOS PERROS is called that because there are countless crabs known as dogs, then near the love channel we can perform the activities Snorkeling where we can see sea turtles, rays, fish of different colors, sea lions and the main attraction the dry cleaners that are a species of the shark family, we go to the Franklin dock where we will disembark and start our journey to the CRACKS, where we can swim, snorkel and learn more about the flora and fauna of the Galapagos.

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Reviewed By cajigasmf

Wilter and Vicente were wonderful. They pick us up at the airport in Baltra and made sure we were on time to take our bus, water taxi and boat that took us to Isla Isabela. They were on time and very attentive. We felt very comforting to be able to rely on someone that new all the steps to make it to your destination island. Because it could be very overwhelming. We will use them again on our future trip to Galapagos. We highly recommend them.

6. Ruta del sol Salinas Puerto del morro 2 dias

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Ruta del sol salinas puerto el morro 2 days a night DAY 1. Departure from Guayaquil to Puerto El Morro, to navigate the estuary during the tour, we will appreciate several types of mangroves, this place is considered a protected area and has become a natural refuge for hundreds of herons and birds that They are considered species in danger of extension, we will observe a colony of bottlenose dolphins in their natural state sailing through the estuary. Day 2 The next day in the morning we will visit the beautiful beaches of Salinas and its surroundings as the Chocolatera, La Lobería, this place is an interesting refuge of South American sea lions from Peru we will have the opportunity to visit the craft workshop Genesis Visit the mines of salt and we will observe the process of elaboration of salt, we will walk by a path and we will be able to observe 140 species of birds that migrate from the northern hemisphere along the Pacific coast, to the south of the continent.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Private transportation, Parking Fees, Landing and facility fees, activities, Air-conditioned vehicle, Sailing for an hour in a fast boat, Naturalist guide, typical appetizer

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Dinner, tips

Reviewed By Dredeezy

Yamil was an excellent tour guide. The experience was unique and catered to me! I HIGHLY recommend using this company!

7. Full South to Quito (With Montañita Start)

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Don’t miss out on seeing all of Ecuador’s beautiful hidden treasures by flying or busing directly between cities! Traveling on Ecuador Hop gives you the opportunity to visit many unique and exclusive stops. You’ll be able to really experience everything that this amazing country has to offer! Ecuador Hop has many tours and activities to offer.

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Reviewed By Emurphy87

Beautiful crater! Ecuador Hop is a great company with excellent guides. The hike down to the crater is very sandy, long and tough - bring sturdy shoes like hiking boots.

8. Full Ecuador 11d/10n | From Quito The Pacific Cost, Andes & Explore The Amazon

Live Ecuador Tours

¡ECUADOR! A destination you must visit. Our FULL ECUADOR PROGRAM start from Quito city through the Andes to the Pacific Coast and finish exploring the Amazon in 11 Days. Everyday is a unique and different activity. Choose Ecuador as your holiday destination! This beautiful country is a paradise everywhere you look at it. Let yourself be amazed by its culture expressed majestically in its churches, buildings and heritage cities For example, in Quito, discover the Best Preserve Historic Center in South America. In the Coast you'll fall in love with its views, beaches and the abundance of fauna that they enclose. Increase your adrenaline by practicing a variety of adventure sports that Ecuador has to offer. And do not forget to delight yourself with the taste of its gastronomic diversity, which you'll find while touring this country full of magic and charm... Live a unique experience, LIVE ECUADOR!

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Reviewed By Janiesface

Our tour guide was terrible! He would take us to each activity and then be on his phone the whole time! Hardly interacted with us. I would totally give his name to warn others but he never even introduced himself. The activities were pretty cool, but we didn't do three of them. I feel very ripped off! One of them was due to rain, that's fine. The other things were supposed to happen at the indigenous community and just didn't happen. When we asked our tour guide he acted like he didn't know. That whole part of the tour was not impressive at all, they did not seem enthusiastic to be there. I really wish I could file a compliment about our tour guide, he should not have a job like that! And I hope to get some money back too since we didn't get to do all the activities that was on the itinerary.

9. Private Full Day Ayangue Tour with Snorkeling in The Pelado's Islote

Guayaquil, Ecuador Perfect Destiny

Pick up 07H00 AM, we begin the tour picking up the pax at the hotel, then we go to Ayangue, province of Santa Elena where we will enjoy a tour of the marine reserve islet el pelado where we will meet: sea lions, blue-footed boobies, pelicans and frigates. We will continue snorkeling: within it you will get to know the marine fauna and flora. We will enjoy a marine tour of the neighboring beaches: Playa la Leona, Playita linda, Playa rosada. We will know the viewpoint of the Cumbres de Ayangue hotel, profile of the Indian's face, the Cave of love and enjoy for 20 minutes in the warm waters of the pink beach. End of the Service and return to the hotel of the pax.

Inclusions: Transportation , Professional guide , Hotel pick up and drop-off, Snorkeling equipment ( Mask and Fins), Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities, Nothing not specified

Reviewed By geierdianne

A nice way to spend a few hours bike riding on trails; then walking to see wildlife including crocodiles.

10. 3 Days - Sun Route of Ecuador & Montañita Experiences from Guayaquil

Guayaquil, Ecuador Perfect Destiny

This experience begin in Guayaquil and it take place in the Important Sun Route of Ecuador. W e will visit the most important places of this route as Salinas beach, Frailes Beach and Ayangue beach Our accommodation is in a private apartment ( IS NOT A HOTEL) this mean that in this apartment feel free in use the kitchen to cooking somethin for you, we provide internet, private parking and this apartment is in front of the sea.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, 2 nights of accommodation in a Private Apartment in Manglaralto, Bilingual and specialized guides during the activities , Excursions and visits during the program as itinerary

Exclusions: Breakfast & Dinner, Other services not specified in the program

Reviewed By geierdianne

A nice way to spend a few hours bike riding on trails; then walking to see wildlife including crocodiles.

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