The 10 Best Bus Tours in Manabi Province, Ecuador

Visit the fish-market, the motor of the local economy of Manta. Discover the universe of the humid tropical forest with its howler monkeys in Pacoche (natural reserve). Learn about the Ecuadorian revolution and buy the famous Montecristi Hat and local handcrafts in Montecristi.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Your in good hands. We are a British ex-pat family that has been living in Manta since 2009. We have 4 generations of family enjoying the sun, sea and sights. We strive to create a perfect day for our clients using our world travel and local experience to find the best tour attractions. We will go out of our way to make your time in Manta an amazing part of your trip. This is a lovely light activity tour. You can walk as much or little as you like and all areas are wheel chair accessible. We can do group or private tours on request and are very flexible if you would like to mix things up and have a custom tour. Feel free to check out our website or social media for more information.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Some great local snacks to try like the plantain potato chips, All Fees and Taxes

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Lower prices, high standards! This tour will give you a sense of what locals experience everyday, you will learn about our education system, history, customs, culture, & cuisine. You will learn how we build our fishing boats, locals may approach to you asking to take them with you on a picture posing, holding a big tuna while you visit the actual fish market ; We will take you to one of the factories where we process "tagua" buttons, this buttons get exported, so you might be wearing one right now; we will also show you how the Montecristi hats are woven, and how much work a weaver put into it, through a demonstration, in one of the artisan's shops, we will explain the process, right after, we will take you to the museum Ciudad Alfaro, which is full of art and history that you will be introduced to. On the way back, do not miss taking a picture of the weaving woman statue on the roundabout.

Inclusions: Entries and plenty water bottled , Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

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Lower prices, same standards! This tour captures nature, culture, history, archeology, and local cuisine in one trip; you will be able to witness how the Toquilla hats are woven. After exploring the rain forest, and watching howler monkeys, we will be visiting the light house, to see an spectacular view of the ocean, then you will be visiting Pacocha museum, and finally you will enjoy a delicious lunch and relaxing time on the beach. Warning: there is 500 meters of this trail in PACOCHE are strenuous, not recommended for travelers with heart or walking problems, please wear running shoes.

Inclusions: We will be offering Ceviche or local lunch., Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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We emigrated from the UK over 10 years ago and we know what you're looking for. We always put you first, but the quality of our tour locations are a very close second. We won't tolerate establishments that merely tolerate tourist travellers. They have to excel in in Service and Quality, or we leave them out. This tour is a favourite for the more active Cruise ship passengers and tourists alike. We spend a day enjoying local wildlife, culture, food and drink. The rainforest section can include light and easy walking for up to 1 hours, and then a much more adventurous active hike for the second hour if desired. If not we can hop back on the bus and meet the rest of the group at the finish line.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Local Plantain Crisps/chips

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Get a taste of Manta's, culture, nature and history. Visit the house of the famous Panama Hat Weaver "Don Simon". He's considered the best on this field as he weaves the most finest hats in the World. Discover the universe of the humid tropical forest with its howler monkeys in Pacoche. Learn about the Ecuadorian revolution and buy yourself the famous Panama Hat and local handicrafts in Montecristi.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Local guide, Hotel/port pickup, Hotel/port drop-off, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

The Isla de la Plata, is a Protected Ecological Reserve, also known as the Mini Galápagos, which houses a great diversity of native birds of Galapagos such as: pikemen, frigates, albatrosses, etc. During the excursion we taking a boat ride to practice snorkeling and this way appreciate the wonderful biodiversity of marine species, coral reefs, sea turtles, goldfish, angefish, stingray, etc, framed all for your delight in a wonderful landscape offered by the sun, the sea and the beautiful trekking trails, being a perfect complement to your visit.

Inclusions: Private air-conditioned transportation, Tour guide, Map, Shipping, naturalist guides, meals, snorkeling equipment, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities

Lower prices, high standards! this tour will show you our culture, our traditions, our cuisine, History,nature, handcraft and heritage in just 5 to 6 hours, with the most friendly Ecuadorian tour guide in town. Warning: there are 500 meters of this trail in PACOCHE are strenuous, not recommended for travelers with heart or walking problems, please wear running shoes.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes

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Learn about the process to transform one of the best cacao in the world in chocolate. Discover the production process of handcraft beer and taste the different types of beer. Know more about the local economy and one of its most exported product. Visit INIAP Institute (Agricultural Research Farm) in Portoviejo. Walk around the nursery garden and National Cacao farm, get a taste of different national cacao beans, and learn about the preservation program and the crop. Drive to Pacoche Forest to visit a coffee plantation at the National Wildlife refuge of Pacoche. Learn about Ecuadorian coffee, see an exhibition of roasting, grounding and best preparation of local coffee, where you'll be delighted with nice cup of our very own local coffee and a delicious local snack. Return to cruise terminal

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Enjoy the weather in the Ecuadorian coast. You will feel a wonderful experience between blue footed boobies, iguanas and many tropical birds that you can find here. Enjoy a nice walk in Guayaquil visiting La Peñas neighborhood, Parque Centenario, Historic Park of Guayaquil and other places like Machalilla National Park and of course the amazing Isla de la Plata (La Plata Island) with a similar ecosystem like the one in the Galapagos Islands.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional guide, Local guide, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Airport/Departure Tax, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Food and drinks, unless specified, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)