Half-Day Dolphin and Bird Watching in the Mangrove Forest of Puerto del Morro

5.0
(3 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

A resident population of bottlenose dolphins inhabits the inner estuary of the Gulf of Guayaquil. This population has lived in isolation for thousands of years from other common bottlenose dolphin populations living along the coast of Ecuador. They have evolved in this dynamic environment characterized by a high tidal range, low salinity, strong currents, and high productivity.

Your guide is a marine biologist who has been studying this endangered dolphin population for 30 years. Tourist boats are used as research platforms to collect important information for population management.

What's Included

Private transportation
Snacks, fruits, water and soda

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

What to expect

Enjoy these beautiful and playful animals at Puerto El Morro and Naranjal, small fishing villages located 60 miles (90 km) south of Guayaquil, with access to a beautiful mangrove area that you will explore on a boat tour. Surrounded by a dense mangrove forest, this stunning landscape is the perfect place for nature lovers. Besides dolphins, egrets, white ibis, frigates, pelicans, roseate spoonbills, kingfishers, sandpipers, and many other aquatic birds can be seen during the trip. At the site, you will also see traditional fishing activities which include mostly crabs and clams.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Fernando Félix

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Wildlife Watching
Involves Animals
DSA non-compliant
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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