Salinas is considered to be the best tourist beach resort in Ecuador, popular with tourists and locals alike, and is a great place for some beach time before or after a Galapagos voyage, with blue cloudless skies for much of the year.
Salinas is well-developed with bars, nightclubs and casinos … even a water park. Nonetheless, there are also a surprising number of wildlife-watching opportunities: most notably, for four months of the year, Humpback Whales come close to the shore; there is also great bird-watching at the nearby salt flats.
Day 1: Guayaquil – Salinas
We meet you at the airport or your hotel to make the two hour drive from Guayaquil to Salinas.
Upon arrival, you will be welcomed to the Hotel Calyppso, located overlooking the beach.
Day 2: Salinas
A free day to enjoy the wonderful beach and hotel facilities that include a pool and Jacuzzi.
There is also plenty to do at night, with a wide choice of bars, restaurants and casinos.
Day 3: Salinas
More free time to relax. It is highly recommended to take a whale-watching trip, if you are in Salinas between June and September.
Day 4: Salinas – Guayaquil
Today we transfer you back to Guayaquil to continue your journey. Extra nights can easily be arranged, by the way.
Guayaquil is the gateway to the Galapagos Islands, so email us at info@chimuadventures.com for information on 4, 5 or 8-day cruises or staying on the Islands.
If you are interested in exploring more of Ecuador’s beautiful coastline and wildlife, have a look at our Mantaraya Lodge Stay.
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Accommodation |
Hotel Calypsso |
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Inclusions |
Breakfasts Transfers to/ from Guayaquil |
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Difficulty Rating |
1 (relaxed!) |
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Sustainability |
Local foods used on tour |
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Single Surcharge |
30% of standard price |
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Notes |
Whale-watching season is from June to September |
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Price dependent on: |
Hotel availability |




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