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LanguagesSpanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Overview
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.
What's included
Local lunch.
Spanish-speaking guide.
Transfers to/from the meeting point.
Rubber boots.
Entrance fees.
Tips
Additional expenses not specified.
What to expect
Parque Nacional Machalilla
2h · Admission ticket not included
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
Parque Nacional Machalilla
4h · Admission ticket not included
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.
Puerto Lopez
30m
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
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meeting point: Malecón Julio Alfaro & Eloy Alfaro
End point
Meeting point: Malecón Julio Alfaro & Eloy Alfaro
Additional information
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.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
