An indepth learning about the mangroves ecosystem with amazing birdwatching during a motorized canoe ride through the estuary, then a walk through the dry tropical forest looking for howler monkeys in their natural habitat.
The Churute Mangroves Ecological Reserve was created in 1979 and covers 49,383 hectares. The Reserve aims to protect one of the few coastal rainforests and mangroves that still survive in the world, with its remarkable importance for biodiversity and conservation. It is located just 45 minutes from Guayaquil. It is recognized as a paradise for bird watching.
This location has three attractions:
Estuary Route: A place where you learn about the wildlife of the estuary. The mangrove ecosystem and its importance, the interaction between plants, crabs and birds. A place where we can see dozens of species of birds in their natural habitat.
The Hower Monkeys Route: A short trail walk (1200mts or 0.8 mile) through a tropical dry forest, one of the few remaining virgin forests in mainland Ecuador, a place to have a close encounter with the bustle of the howler monkeys in the middle of the pristine habitat of a dry tropical forest.
Cocoa Farm: Witness the making of chocolate from cocoa beans and you will have a pleasant afternoon of experiential tourism. Enjoy a delicious traditional Ecuadorian food in a rustic cottage.
Included: Private transportation, motorized canoe ride, bilingual guide, lunch, cacao experience.
