Spend four nights at the lovely Mediterranean-style Mantaraya Lodge along the exotic coast of Ecuador. Your days will be spent exploring the flora and fauna of nearby Machalilla National Park, snorkeling and swimming off Isla de la Plata, and visiting other places of interest such as the Ayampe River rain forest, Salango Beach, and the Museum of Agua Blanca.
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Fly from Quito to Manta. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by bus to Mantaraya Lodge. On the way, you'll stop to visit the famous "Panama Hat" manufacturers at Montecriste village. Following your check-in at Mantaraya you'll eat lunch, enjoying your first of many delicious meals. Spend the afternoon visiting the Salango Museum, and then back to the lodge for briefing and dinner.
Today spend a full day visiting the exotic Isla de la Plata. Walk the trails, watch for bird species such as the waved albatross, red-billed tropic bird, and frigate bird, and seek out the local colony of sea lions. After enjoying your box lunch, spend a relaxing afternoon swimming and snorkeling in the Pacific. Sail back to Puerto Lopez and return to Mantaraya Lodge for a delectable dinner.
In the morning visit the in situ archaeological Museum of Agua Blanca. After lunch, have another chance to enjoy the waves and swim or snorkel from Los Frailes beach. In the evening, it's back to Mantaraya for dinner.
This morning visit the Ayampe River rain forest, marveling at the rich diversity of flora and fauna. After lunch, spend another afternoon at the beach; you can swim, snorkel, or just relax on the warm sand of La Playita beach. The evening returns you to Mantaraya for dinner.
Day 5: Snorkeling & Return to Quito
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
This morning brings you yet another opportunity to search the Pacific waters for colorful marine life as you snorkel and swim from Salango Beach. Enjoy one last lunch at Mantaraya before taking the bus back to Manta to catch your flight to Quito or other exciting destinations.
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Initial deposit is $400, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days (10 weeks) prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
Beyond expectations! Then again we weren't sure what to expect. Lovely stay at the lodge, met other like-minded travelers (many had their trips planned by Adventure Life) and the owner was a gracious hostess. It felt like you were one happy family, visiting with a favorite aunt.
Nancy Sin
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