Along the Spondylus route (Sun Route), it's not uncommon to find sea turtles stranded on beaches or drifting very close to shore. Most beachgoers don't know how to respond to these encounters, so that help can be both possible and effective.
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With the first rays of sunlight, the silence of the Ecuasal Wetland in Mar Bravo, Salinas, Ecuador, is broken by the sound of oystercatchers and grey-headed gulls in this magical gathering place for migratory, resident, and other vagrant birds. The Ecuasal Wetland is home to some 140 species of birds […]
"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" […]
Human presence in what is now the province of Santa Elena dates back more than 10,000 years. There are several museums along the Spondylus Route that provide visitors with a glimpse into this history. The map below shows you the museums you can visit […]
AMERICA ORRALA Utility Crafts Workshop. Morrillo Commune. Traditional clay crafts from Santa Elena. The AMERICA ORRALA workshop is made up of a family group composed primarily of women. They have been producing traditional clay crafts for over 100 years, as far back as they can remember, producing in the same way and with […]
By: Peter Smith Machalilla National Park is part of Ecuador's National Parks network. Located in the province of Manabí, in the northern part of the Spondylus Route, it is the only coastal national park and one of its objectives is to help protect one of the most endangered tropical forests in […]
A couple traveling by car, lost in Ballenita, asks, "Which way to Esmeraldas?"; bewildered travelers who had passed through Santa Elena minutes earlier arrive in La Libertad wondering, "How long until we get to the Sumpa Lovers Museum?"; an entire family arrives in Sacachún and […]
PHOTO: turismosantaelena.com "A Manglaralto" is part of the poetry collection by Amelia Pinoargote de Alvarez. Below the poem are Amelia's contact information for those who wish to purchase the complete book and enjoy it or give it as a gift. A MANGLARALTO Kiss of river and sea... is the eternal caress you receive, between the […]
Whale and dolphin watching can be an inspiring and unforgettable experience. Organized whale and dolphin tours must be highly controlled and well-guided, always paying close attention to the well-being of these animals. The following information is a general guide and should be supplemented by local regulations. GENERAL INFORMATION ON WHAT IS ALLOWED AND PROHIBITED: Hold encounters […]
The following rules have been developed for a responsible whale watching operation. If you are on board and aware of these rules, and the vessel violates them, in addition to complaining to the crew at the time, you are requested to notify the port authorities upon your return so that […]
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