Things to do in Guayaquil

Benefit from pick-up at any hotel in Guayaquil at the start of a 3-hour sightseeing tour of the largest and most populous city in Ecuador. Journey to landmark attractions to get an overview of its history and everyday life. Go to the Parque Seminario, where the resident iguanas feed off mango slices fed to them by enchanted tourists! Admire the façade of the San Pedro Apostol Metropolitan Cathedral, built on the site of the city's original cathedral made of wood. See the neoclassical Palacio Municipal, considered one of the most important architectural works in Ecuador. Take a look at the Malecón Simon Bolívar boardwalk, constructed along the waterfront of the Guayas River. Visit the monument of the Hemiciclo de la Rotonda, and venture into the traditional barrio (district) of Las Peñas to admire the colonial houses painted in different colors. Explore the regenerated area of Puerto Santa Ana, once dominated by warehouses, and see the Ecua-Andino factory where the famous Panama hats are produced.

Spend a day amongst the waterfalls and wildlife of Ecuador on the cloud forest trails outside of Bucay. Wander the forest trails and stop at three different waterfalls to swim in the waters beneath each. Learn how to operate a sugar cane press and enjoy a traditional lunch after the trails. Begin the day with hotel pickup from your accommodation in Guayaquil and set out for Bucay Town. Admire spectacular views of the Bucay Mountains during the trip to Bucay Town. Take the car to the top of the mountain, ascending a total of 4,200 feet. Admire the river, plants, and local scenery on the trip up the mountain, and spot the local farm where you will learn to use the traditional "Trapiche" or sugar cane press. Reach the cloud forest and hike through natural trails within the forest. Observe a variety of local plants, animals, trees, and species of birds while exploring the cloud forest, and make three different stops at three different local waterfalls, starting with the first, "Las Mellizas, and take around 45 minutes to explore or refresh yourself in the falls. Continue hiking to reach the second and third waterfalls, "Chorrera del Amor", where you will spend 30 minutes, and "Isabela" where the tour will stop for 90 minutes. Enjoy free time to explore "Isabela" and refresh yourself in the waters of the highest waterfall in Bucay. Leave the forest and arrive at a traditional local restaurant and have a lunch of local cuisine before starting the return trip to Guayaquil to be dropped off back at your hotel.

On this tour you will have the opportunity to get to know about Guayaquil’s culture and tradition, through visiting some of its more beautiful sites. Get close to a native iguana at the Seminario Park, walk along the Guayas River at Malecon 2000, immerse yourself in the colorful houses of Las Peñas neighborhood and admire the amazing view from the city and the river from above. Our first stop will be Seminario Park, to admire its beautiful gardens and its lagoon. With the Cathedral of Guayaquil as a backdrop, we will also discover why this park is known as “Iguanas Park”, seeing up close the exotic iguanas of Guayaquil, which are longer than a meter long. Then, we cross the popular Malecon 2000 along the Guayas River, where we will see a variety of museums, gardens, docks and viewpoints. Our next stop will be la Rotonda, to see the monument of the liberators of South America, and hear about the famous “Interview of Guayaquil” between the Venezuelan Simón Bolívar and the Argentine José de San Martín. After, we will go to the oldest part of the city to explore the colonial neighborhood of Las Peñas. Their colorful houses built in wood represent true works of art. Finally, we will ascend to the viewpoint of Las Peñas (which was the original City of Guayaquil in 16th Century), and appreciate a breathtaking panoramic view of the city and the famous Guayas River.

Immerse yourself in the lush tropical flora of Ecuador on a hiking day trip from Guayaquil. Drive to the top of a 4200 ft. mountain in Bucay, venture through the trails of the cloud forest, descend a waterfall, and savor a local lunch.  Begin with a pickup in the morning from your hotel in Guayaquil and a transfer to Bucay. Admire the vibrant greenery and mountain landscapes.  Take the car to the top of the mountain, ascending a total of 4200 ft. Along the route, see the rivers, plants, and a local farm, where you'll learn about the traditional "Trapiche" (press sugar cane machine). Hike through natural trails in the cloud forest and observe a variety of plants, trees, and many species of birds. You'll also discover 3 waterfalls along the way. Take a shower under the first waterfall named "Las Mellizas" (45m).  Continue to the second and third waterfalls, called "Chorrera del Amor" (30m), and "Isabela" (90m), the highest waterfall in Bucay, where you'll have more time to refresh yourself before canyoning. Buckle up and rappel 30m/98ft down the Chorrera del Amor waterfall. After leaving the forest, arrive at a traditional restaurant and savor a local lunch before starting the return trip to Guayaquil. 

The guide will pick you up in the lobby of the hotel in Guayaquil according to your booking time ( 09H00 AM or 14H00 PM ) Them we are going to explore the beautiful history of Guayaquil, we will visit the most important tourist attractive like the San Francisco and the Vicente Rocafuerte monument, then we go to the centennial park to offer an explanation of the monument of the column of the heroes, we will walk through October 9 to learn about the history of the Guayaquil city, we will visit the iguana park, Guayaquil cathedral, administration square and Moorish tower. We will go to the monument of the roundabout (Interview between Simón Bolívar and San Martin), then we will go to the rocks to make the ascent to the Lighthouse, we will finish the tour of the Santa Ana port where the driver will be waiting for us. End of Service and return to the hotel of the pax

Cycle through cloud forest landscapes, spend a day among Ecuador's waterfalls and wildlife, hike the cloud forest trails just outside Bucay. Wander the forest trails and stop at three different waterfalls to swim in the waters beneath each. Learn how to operate a sugar cane press and enjoy a traditional lunch after cycling through the forest and mountains. Begin the day with hotel pickup from your accommodation in Guayaquil and set out for Bucay Town. Admire spectacular views of the Bucay Mountains during the trip to Bucay Town. Take the car to the top of the mountain, ascending a total of 4,200 feet. Admire the river, plants, and local scenery on the trip up the mountain, and spot the local farm where you will learn to use the traditional "Trapiche" or sugar cane press. Reach the cloud forest and hike through natural trails within the forest. bserve a variety of local plants, animals, trees, and species of birds while exploring the cloud forest, and make three different stops at three different local waterfalls, starting with the first, "Las Mellizas, and take around 45 minutes to explore or refresh yourself in the falls. Continue hiking to reach the second and third waterfalls, "Chorrera del Amor", where you will spend 30 minutes, and "Isabela" where the tour will stop for 90 minutes. Enjoy free time to explore "Isabela" and refresh yourself in the waters of the highest waterfall in Bucay. Get out of the forest to ride your bike and descend 12km down the road through the mountain and the forest until you reach a traditional local restaurant and have a lunch of local cuisine before starting the return trip to Guayaquil to be dropped off back at your hotel.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Guayaquil with Eddie, a native guide with over 30 years of experience. This personalized tour ensures you experience the city in a safe and engaging way, without any language barriers. Whether you're interested in architecture, local cuisine, or wildlife, Eddie will tailor the itinerary to your preferences, making your trip truly memorable. Start your adventure by meeting Eddie, who will guide you through the bustling streets of Guayaquil. Visit iconic landmarks such as the City Hall, Governor's Palace, and the waterfront park. If you're a foodie, Eddie will take you to the best gastronomic plazas to taste local delicacies. For nature enthusiasts, explore areas rich in birdlife and learn about the unique oceanic and wind currents. The tour is conducted in a comfortable, private vehicle, ensuring a relaxed and enjoyable experience. With a flexible duration, the tour will last as long as needed to ensure your complete satisfaction. Conclude your tour at a central location, perfect for further exploration or a relaxing end to your day.

Guayaquil Cloud Forest and Cocoa Farm Tour: Visit a local cacao farm and explore the cloud forest trails outside of Bucay and travel to three different waterfalls to swim under each one. Learn how to make authentic Ecuadorian chocolate, operate a sugar cane press, and enjoy a traditional lunch before you return to Guayaquil. The tour starts in Guayaquil, at 8 a.m. from your location, and we transfer you to Milagro City at 1H. You will learn the authentic chocolate local family farm, you will taste and learn the artisanal chocolate process from cocoa plant to table. After the cocoa farm, we will transfer by 1h30min until Bucay city. when you arrive in Bucay, you can see the natural landscape, which is a green place and mountains around. before starting up on the car until the top of the mountain at 4 200 ft. you will have a local lunch. On the route, you can see the rivers and plants and you know a local farm, here you enjoy the traditional trapiche (press sugar cane machine) If you are a nature lover, then we are sure that will like you this Cloud Forest and Waterfalls day tour. When we arrive at the Forest we start the hike through natural trails, you will be able to observe a lot of typical plants of a cloud forest, different kinds of trees, and many species of birds, you will also know 3 waterfalls “Las Mellizas” of 45m (135 ft) here you will have a moment to take a shower under its water. Continuing with the hike to the second and third waterfalls, called “Chorrera del Amor” 30m (120 ft.) high, and “Isabela” 295ft (the highest waterfall in Bucay). You will have time to get into the biggest waterfall in Bucay and take many pictures of the memory of your trip. When leaving the Forest in the same transport return to Guayaquil, where we will arrive at approximately 6 pm and we will leave you at your hotel.

Visit the rural parish of Puerto El Morro on this 5-hour excursion. Take in a range of natural attractions including extensive mangrove forests, birds and bottlenose dolphins. Among the native plant species you’re likely to encounter are carob, cullulle, acacia, cascol, plum, rattan and kapok, among others. See birds such as gulls, herons, pelicans, albatrosses and mockingbirds. At times there will be sightings of sea lions, blue-footed boobies and a variety of whales. The bottlenose dolphin lives in the vicinity of Puerto El Morro and Posorja. Head out in a tourist boat escorted by dolphins and further explore the natural wonders of the area.

Visit a local cacao farm and explore cacao plants on this mid-day guided private tour from Guayaquil. Learn how to make authentic Ecuadorian chocolate. Plus, enjoy a traditional lunch before you return to Guayaquil. Your tour begins with pickup from your location in Guayaquil hotels or airport at 8 am and we will transfer you to Milagro city by 1H approximate You will know the authentic chocolate local family farm, here you will taste and learn the artisanal chocolate process from cocoa plant to table. finally, return to Guayaquil, and we leave you in your hotel or another place you decide.