Cojimíes

Cojimíes gives the ultimate retreat for travelers seeking deserted beaches and a relaxed coastal atmosphere away from the major tourist resorts. Set between the Pacific Ocean and the lush estuary of the Río Cojimíes, the town beckons with kilometers of palm-fringed sandy beaches. The warm, calm waters are convenient for swimming and well-suited for families. A major attraction is the easy on the eye boat trip to the 'Isla del Amor' in the estuary, where visitors can explore the fascinating mangrove ecology. The region is also a paradise for bird watchers. Culinary-wise, everything here revolves around fresh fish and seafood, especially the local shrimp and encocado dishes are a must. Cojimíes can be reached via Pedernales, from where a well-maintained road leads north. The best time for a beach holiday is the warm and sunny coastal season from December to April.

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Chone

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Bahía de Caráquez

One of the first cities in the world declared ecological, featuring a beautiful bay.

Jipijapa

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Montecristi

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Calceta

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Muisne

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Pedernales

The place where the first French Geodesic Mission determined the equator line in Ecuador.

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Mompiche

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Canoa

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Puerto Cayo

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Ayampe

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More places

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Cerro Hojas-Jaboncillo

An extensive archaeological site of the Manteño culture located on a hill in Manabí.

Pesquera Polar Tuna

A leading company in Manta specializing in the processing and canning of tuna for export.

Port of Manta

A major seaport on the Pacific, important for tuna fishing and as a port of call for cruise ships.

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Pacoche Forest

A coastal wildlife refuge featuring a unique microclimate that sustains a lush forest in an otherwise dry region.

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Tagua Processing

Workshops that process the tagua nut, also known as 'vegetable ivory', into buttons, jewelry, and handicrafts.

Isla de la Plata

Often referred to as 'Mini-Galapagos', this island is known for its blue-footed boobies and frigatebirds.

Machalilla National Park

This park protects the unique tropical dry forest on Ecuador's coast, as well as stunning beaches and nearshore marine ecosystems.

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Agua Blanca

The remains of a major city of the Manteño culture on the Ecuadorian coast.