Category Archives: DESTINOS. ECOTURISMO

Responsible Snorkeling Guide in coral areas.

Coral reefs are among the world's most spectacular ecosystems, and snorkeling is a great way to explore them. As coral reefs face an increasingly uncertain future, snorkelers and other coral reef visitors can play a vital role in protecting these fragile ecosystems.

Paragliding in San Pedro, adventure ALL year round.

One of the adventure activities that can be enjoyed year-round, regardless of whether it's sunny or not, on the Ruta del Sol or Ruta del Spondylus is paragliding. The only reasons that can prevent you from flying are too much or too little wind, conditions that rarely occur […]

Sea turtles, ambassadors of our oceans.

Reaching the sea, one of the most difficult tests of their lives, has been overcome. Many more await them. Sea turtles have played a vital role in ocean health for millions of years. According to OCEANA, the largest organization dedicated exclusively to ocean conservation, among the functions they perform […]

Wetlands and their importance

"The cultural and biological diversity of wetlands represents a wealth that sustains us physically and psychologically. The cultural heritage of wetlands is the result of their ancient association with people, a relationship that has brought 'wealth' to human society and must continue to do so for future generations." With this assertion […]

Taking care of the Wetlands.

By: Evelio Reyes Tipán I grew up in the coastal marine environment of my Santa Elena peninsula, which, in addition to beautiful beaches, has wetlands where you learn to appreciate nature. We have, for example, the Velasco Ibarra and El Azúcar dam areas, considered inland wetlands with scenic beauty and useful to the community that uses them […]

I live by the sea.

"I Live by the Sea" is a booklet that highlights the Rights and Duties of Citizens living in Ecuador's protected marine and coastal areas. "I Live by the Sea" was developed and presented last year as part of the project "Policies and Legislation for the Conservation of Ecosystems and Natural Resources" […]

The Sacred Lakes Route: Cuicocha, Yaguarcocha and San Pablo

  At San Pablo Lagoon, a call to protect and respect this sacred site. Travel chronicle through Cuicocha, Yaguarcocha, and San Pablo. If life ever takes you to the province of Imbabura, near Otavalo, Ibarra, or Cotacachi, don't forget to stop by the wonderful sacred lagoons nearby […]

10 tips to become an irresponsible traveler

WITH THESE TIPS YOU'LL BE AN IRRESPONSIBLE TRAVELER FROM THE MOMENT YOU CHOOSE YOUR DESTINATION UNTIL YOU RETURN HOME. 1. If you take a tour, see as many places as possible in the shortest amount of time. It doesn't matter if you don't really know every place, you'll definitely have plenty of photos to show. 2. Ask the tour organizer to bring pre-packaged food […]

LA CHOCOLATERA, the most prominent point of the Sta. Elena Peninsula.

La Chocolatera owes its name to the chocolate hue the sea takes on when the currents converge, lifting the sand from the bottom. It's one of the most visited spots in the province of Santa Elena, located within the Salinas Naval Base, at the far end of the […]

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