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Located within Machalilla National Park, the San Sebastián Humid Forest is a hidden natural gem known for its lush landscapes of rolling hills, small ravines, and dense tropical vegetation.
This beautiful forest is home to a remarkable variety of wildlife. During the hike, visitors may spot animals such as howler monkeys, agoutis, deer, and guantas, all living freely within this protected ecosystem.
The area is also a paradise for bird lovers. It offers opportunities to observe toucans, trogons, parrots, hawks, hummingbirds, and the striking black woodpecker, among many other species.
The experience is completed by the forest’s rich plant life, including ferns, guayacán trees, cativo trees, strangler figs, caimito trees, and a wonderful variety of orchids, creating a truly immersive nature experience for travelers seeking to explore Ecuador’s incredible biodiversity.
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Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: Malecón Julio Alfaro & Eloy Alfaro
Itinerary
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1Parque Nacional Machalilla
The San Sebastián Humid Forest features a landscape of ravines and surrounding hills that remain largely untouched and are completely covered with lush vegetation. This forest is known for its remarkable diversity of wildlife and its rich, exuberant flora, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and travelers seeking an authentic ecological experience
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Parque Nacional Machalilla
Machalilla National Park is home to one of the highest levels of biodiversity along Ecuador’s continental coast. It is also one of the most important marine upwelling areas in the Ecuadorian Pacific, which supports an extraordinary diversity of both marine and terrestrial wildlife. These unique natural conditions make the park an ideal destination for wildlife observation and immersive nature experiences.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included -
3Puerto Lopez
Puerto López is a small fishing town located on the coast of Ecuador, in the province of Manabí. It is well known as the starting point for several popular excursions, including humpback whale watching, visits to Machalilla National Park, and trips to the so-called “Galápagos of the mainland,” Isla de la Plata
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please arrive at our office 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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