Ecuador · Nature Walks

7-Hour Manta Market and Nature Tour with Montecristi Shopping

7 Hours Round trip from Manta Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See fishermen land and sell their catch at Manta's early morning fish market
02 Walk through Pacoche Humid Forest with a nature guide
03 Visit a sea turtle nesting area just minutes from the rainforest
04 Learn about the Ecuadorian Revolution at Ciudad Alfaro Museum and Mausoleum
05 Shop in Montecristi for local souvenirs, including famous Panama hats

Get a glimpse of Manta's bustling port economy, nature, and history on this enriching tour. Visit the local fish market, discover Pacoche's humid tropical forest, and see a nearby sea turtle nesting area. Learn about the Ecuadorian Revolution at Ciudad Alfaro Museum and Mausoleum, then conclude in Montecristi, where you can browse local shops for souvenirs such as the famous Panama hats.

Go to the early morning fish market in Manta, where you can see the fishermen returning from their morning fishing expedition.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Manta Fish Market, Pacoche Forest, and Montecristi

Go to the early morning fish market in Manta, where you can see the fishermen returning from their morning fishing expedition. There is a wide variety of fish here in Manta, and it is quite a show to watch the fishermen sell their catch. You can also see the construction and repair of large wooden fishing boats nearby.
Reach Pacoche Humid Forest, where you will go for a walk through the forest with a nature guide.
Visit a sea turtle nesting area, which is just 5 minutes away from the rainforest.
Stop for a typical almuerzo, or lunch.
Learn about the Ecuadorian Revolution at Ciudad Alfaro Museum and Mausoleum.
Go to the town of Montecristi, where you can immerse yourself in the local stores and shop for all kinds of souvenirs, including the famous Panama hats.

The route