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The Local Area
10 minutes to the beach and wilderness, and 15 minutes
to a hopping coastal mecca

Off the beaten path of most tourist destinations in Ecuador, our area of the southern coast is home to stunning beaches, tropical mountains, great shopping and culture ... and a lively night life. Take a quick look below at some of the things you can do here, and browse the navigation at left for a quick tour of things you can do, places you can go, food and culture you can sample ... and much more.
- Ride in the back of a pick-up truck (don’t worry, they’re equipped with cushioned benches!)
- Take a local bus while tapping to the beat of salsa or meringue
- Drink a beer on the beach
- Swim in virtually uninhabited coastal waters
- Eat fresh ceviche right on the beach
- Try new fruits, such as mamey, tomate de arbol, and naranjillas
- Prepare a traditional Ecuadorian meal
- Swim in a natural pool in the middle of a tropical forest
- Lay in a hammock and read a book
- Walk through a path lined with fruit trees including avocado, mango, coffee, banana, and others
- Drink and eat milk, yogurt and cheese fresh from the farm
- Ride on a jet sky or banana boat
- Talk with an Ecuadorian family about their daily lives
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