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Tour to La Plata island and whales watching

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Combined tour to La Plata island and whale watching, available only in the months of June, July, August and September. Therefore, it is recommended to reserve it at least one month in advance. La Plata Island is located within the Machalilla National Park, it is considered the second most important reserve in Ecuador, this is because this reserve has an immense diversity of fauna and sea birds such as: blue-footed boobies, legs red, Nazca boobies, tropical bird, frigates, a huge colony of Hawksbill turtles, dolphins, manta rays and the visit of Humpback Whales from June to October; among others. This charming place is also known as the "Economic Galapagos", since here you can see some of the species that can also be seen in the Galapagos Islands.
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  • Bilingual guide
  • box lunch
  • Transfers from/to meeting point
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • motor boat
  • tips
  • Unspecified additional expenses
Departure Point

Malecon Julio Izurieta, y, Puerto López 130315, Ecuador Meeting point: Machalilla Tours Office; Malecon Julio Izurieta and Eloy Alfaro.

Return Details

Malecon Julio Izurieta, y, Puerto López 130315, Ecuador Meeting point: Machalilla Tours Office; Malecon Julio Izurieta and Eloy Alfaro.

  • Isla de la Plata, Puerto Lopez, Ecuador
    This charming place is also known as the "Economic Galapagos", since here you can see some of the species that can also be seen in the Galapagos Islands. We will start our wonderful tour around 09:00 in the morning from Puerto Lopez, we will go to the pier to take a boat to the magical Isla de la Plata (during the months of June to October only, the whale watching is possible). Once we arrive, we will take a walk with a guide (English / Spanish) and we can observe the magnificent landscape of the island. After this, we will go to Drake Bay where we will observe the Hawksbill turtles (this is one of the last reserves in the world). We will have the option of snorkeling and swimming with fish, turtles, brunettes, starfish and coral reefs. Box lunch on the boat, and we will return to Puerto Lopez
    480 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour requires a minimum of two people to operate
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    chrispA4804WQ
    21 Aug 2025
    Great day on the water and on the island. Edwaro was an exceptional guide throughout the day—explaining the ecology of the Park and identifying the wildlife. The vessel and its crew were excellent—we were able to observe many humpback whales on our way to Isla de la Plata. Very memorable.
    Annie_C
    09 Jul 2024
    Super excursion. Nous avons vu plein de baleines, de très proche. Nous avons aussi vu beaucoup de fous à pattes bleus et pleins de poissons en snorkeling. Superbe journée
    Petrus_K
    17 Aug 2023
    Whales, Turtles and snorkeling. The views from the cliffs were spectacular too, even though the heat made hard to get there.
    This tour in Puerto Lopez is organized by Tangol

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