Enjoy the Pacific Coast's Pristine Beaches, Mangrove Forests and Seaside Resorts
Ecuador's coast is a composition of beautiful lush green mangrove forests, a jungle, crystal clear waters, stunning white sandy beaches and many quaint fishing villages. The coast of Ecuador plays a big role in Ecuador's economy and cuisine, delivering tons of seafood daily and entertaining the many tourists that visit each year.
The Ecuadorian coast has a very hot and humid climate, with temperatures averaging 25ºC to 31ºC. The rainy season is during the months of December to May, when it is warmer and very humid. The dry season is a little less humid but it isn't dry at all - Ecuador never goes long without heavy rainfall.
There are four distinct provinces that make up Ecuador's coastal region: Esmeraldas, Manabi, Guayas, and El Oro.
Esmeraldas, also known as 'the Green Province', is situated in the northwestern corner of Ecuador. Its cultural richness and beautiful, untouched landscapes are a primary lure for tourists. While Esmeraldas harbors very few emeralds, it does live up to its other name, the "Green Province." Esmeraldas is the lushest coastal province in the country and it is riddled with estuaries, mangroves and flooded tropical forests. Its wild and remote inland areas, accessible only by canoe, make Esmeraldas the ideal destination for an unforgettable river safari. But if you aren't feeling up to paddling a canoe, you can relax on one of Esmeraldas' many pristine beaches.
Positioned south of Esmeraldas is the coastal province of Manabi. Manabi's beach cities along the coast are very popular with the locals during summer and on long weekends. Humpback Whale Watching, diving, snorkeling and relaxing on the beach with a cocktail are only a few of the pursuits you can look forward to while visiting the virtually unspoiled province of Manabi.
Home to Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and chief port, is the Guayas Province. Known more for its commercial abilities than as a vacation destination, Guayaquil has not made a big impression on tourists as yet. But it has some pretty landmarks and historical neighborhoods. Like Guayaquil, the Guayas Province deserves more attention than it gets, especially the beaches of Montañita, Punta Blanca, Playas, and Puntas Arenas.
The El Oro province stretches from Guayaquil to the Peruvian border. Although it is considered by many as just a way station between Ecuador and Peru, El Oro can pleasantly surprise you. El Oro is home to the thriving banana and shrimp producing city Machala, which divides El Oro's coast in two and also boasts a gold mine.
Anyone who wants to explore Ecuador should venture a little beyond the highlands and Amazon basins to discover what Ecuador is really about: a beautiful untouched 2000 kilometer coastline.
User Comments & Reviews
2010-03-11 14:08:02
is there Golf course here?
2010-02-27 18:37:18
I was born in Ecuador.but was raised in U.S.A I left when I was 8yrs. old but I have gone back afew time with my mom and know that Iam older I wish I could go back again it is a beautiful place, the people are very friendly and the food is great and the beaches are great and so clear.
2010-02-14 19:21:13
august 10,1980 Iwas in Guayquil and you had a 7.1 EQ. why was this date not published in earthquake data around the world? Date I found was August 18? am I loco? canada
2010-02-09 21:13:48
hey there yes there is a country-golf club in cities like Guayquil and Quito and I also think they have one in Salinas beach...all you need is a valid Passport and dollars..lol
2010-02-09 19:11:23
Silvia Karina Por favor, preciso saber como devo procyrar uma pessoa que mora la province de Esmeraldas - nome Jacqueline Mendoza - calle sucre Obrigado! Itamar Nascimento - São Paulo - Brazil
2010-02-04 21:49:31
Visitar Machala es una maravilla ya que puedes observar su gente amable sus paisajes de las plantaciones de Banano a la entrada de Machala, eso es alfo impresionante de admirar.
2010-01-22 12:22:22
I havenot found an internet site for Guayaquil Country Club so that I might make contact with them directly. Can you provide for that contact? Thank you.
2010-01-19 15:01:39
June, Brigit, Muhammad Dear Friends, Ecuador is very beautiful, and its beaches are beautiful and attractive, Salinas is one of the most tourist beaches of Ecuador, and offers excellent accommodation, I recommend visiting www.seasidesalinas.com is like being at home! Im italy-ecuadorian.. I live this country!
2009-12-29 00:52:27
The most exquisite bay to visit in Ecuador is Bahía de Caráquez the friendly people, superb cuisine, this ECO city is almost paradise. If you want to relax, have fun day, and night BAHIA has the answer.
2009-12-29 00:44:52
While in Bahia please visit LA HERRADURA hotel it is unique, superb food from breakfast to dinner, great view of the bay, the farm theme decorations are extremely unique, you are treted like ROYALTY.
2009-12-23 18:35:50
My husband and I have been reseaching your country to move to. We are mostly interested i a area were we can golf and live on the golf course. Are there places like that? I can't sem to get this info on the web. Thank u
2009-12-08 02:41:13
Sounds like a nice relaxing day to spend here. Am planning on visiting in a couple of months.
2009-12-08 02:31:55
If a person wanted to spend a few days in this area, would there be any place you could get a place to sleep or eat?
2009-12-03 10:18:03
Hi Pam, Please visit the following page on Ecuador.com for a list of tour operators who may be able to assist you: http://directory.ecuador.com/c/tours-and-excursions/
2009-12-02 19:17:13
Were on the celebrity infinity and will be docking for a day Dec13th 7am-4:30. We would like a tour of Pacoche Tropical Forest or any mtns around. 3 of us will be traveling. Do you have a day tour and do you have a customer protection program? I will be leaving soon for my trip so please respond asap. Thanks Pam
2009-11-15 04:02:40
Yes a passport money transaction is in dollars. The country is beautiful and very natural but off course tourist do not know how to respect mother nature and run off the beaten patch. Its great to see nature at its own so if ou go please do not litter and keep our world clean.
2009-11-06 13:34:52
hello, I believe you only need a valid passport. Its a beautiful counrty to visit.
2009-10-16 01:43:18
Although the Western Coastal Region of Ecuador is very hot inland from the ocean, the coast itself from Salinas to about 2/3 of the way to Colombia experiences much milder weather during the dry season, or "la garua," which is actually overcast and misty and not that hot for at least six months out of the year.
2009-09-04 20:13:47
postales de mi ecuador
2009-08-30 10:17:51
i want to visit ecuador. i live in pakistan.plz tell me requirement to the ecuador. so kind of you.i shall wainting form your msg.
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