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Day Trip Meet Howler Monkeys at Churute & Make Organic Chocolate

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Hello, adventurers! Trip to Churute We depart from Guayaquil towards a hidden treasure called Churute, an hour and a half away. Upon arrival, we will connect with the local community. Some of its members are dedicated to fishing for red crab, while others are engaged in agriculture. Howler Monkey Trail Next, we will arrive at the howler monkey trail. This protected area of tropical dry forest is home to a diverse variety of exotic species of birds, reptiles, and mammals. Among them, we will frequently observe the presence of howler monkeys in their natural wild state. Experience at a Cocoa Farm In the afternoon, we will continue our experience at a cocoa farm. We will learn the entire process of making organic chocolate, from the cocoa fruit to the various uses we will give it to taste several types of chocolate. We will prepare our own chocolate and enjoy a typical lunch prepared outdoors to taste typical Ecuadorian food.
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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Driver/guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities
Departure Point

Dr. Leopoldo Benitez Vinueza, Mz 1, V97, Guayaquil 090513, Ecuador

We pickup the travelers in all the hotels in Guayaquil and in the Aeropuerto Internacional José

Joaquín de Olmedo.

  • Reserva Ecologica Manglares Churute, Guayaquil, Ecuador
    "We will begin our adventure by visiting a remarkable protected reserve, home to an astonishing diversity of wildlife. Here, we will encounter 54 distinct species of mammals, including the majestic Howler Monkey, as well as 221 species of birds, 8 species of amphibians, and 12 varieties of reptiles. After exploring the reserve, we will continue our journey to a cocoa farm. Here, we will have the unique opportunity to learn about the cocoa roasting process, carried out in a traditional, open-air manner. This experience will allow us to connect with the traditions of the countryside people and observe the rustic and simple techniques they use to transform cocoa into delicious organic chocolate, from the farm to the table."
    240 minutes
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This activity is recommended for all public, that has good condition and has no physical impediment.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
jenniferwO3709MS
02 Jan 2025
This trip was AMAZING! We saw several Howler Monkeys on the hike with our excellent guides Jamil and Roberto. Please do follow their advice and bring A LOT of bug spray and wear long sleeves and pants, this makes the hike far more enjoyable. Jamil shared the most delicious mangos and pineapple I have ever tasted. Cacao and Mango was the highlight of our trip. Young Jamil and family served up a tree to table meal that was worthy of Michelin Stars. The freshest ingredients pared with artistic plating can't be beat. Then the cacao. This was the best chocolate I have ever tasted, from the pods we harvested to the dried pods we roasted and peeled. They smelled and tasted like brownies baking in the oven! Don't pass this trip up! It is a once in a lifetime experience!
J6208ZLemilys
05 Oct 2024
This trip is really fun. It's a long drive from downtown Guayaquil to the National Park, but there was so much to see along the way that that the time went quickly. Simon was a wonderful guide and full of information, and was happy to answer all our questions, not only about the activity but also about life in Ecuador. We saw only a few monkeys, but the hike was enjoyable - although we had to bundle up because of the mosquitoes. Then the cacao farm tour was so educational, and delicious - especially the lunch that was almost completely from products from the farm. It was great seeing not just cacao but also all the many other fruit grown there. And it was fun seeing cacao go from tree to hot chocolate! We highly recommend this activity!
Evan_R
28 Jun 2024
This was an incredibly memorable, educational, and fun excursion. The care given by Simon and Yamill was first class. They had exceptional knowledge and ability with tours, driving, howler monkeys, chocolate, coffee and farming. The knowledge of the area and working with the monkeys was very helpful to our tour. The lunch that was prepared for us was 3 courses and was beyond our expectations. Ending with the house made coffee was a treat! Then we made chocolate from harvesting a pod on property all the way to roasting it, grinding it, and preparing a spectacular hot chocolate. We ended with our own homemade chocolate bar personalized to our tastes. The entire group highly recommends this excursion!
This tour in Ecuador is organized by Yamil Saman Cabrera

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