Pacoche Rain Forest Exploration: Marvel at Nature, Local Culture and Cuisine
4.4
14 Ratings
Manta
Embark on a thrilling exploration of Pacoche Rain Forest and immerse yourself in nature, local culture, and exquisite cuisine. Witness the fishing market, boat yard, Toquilla hat weaving, rainforest wildlife, and admire the breathtaking ocean view. Book now!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Plage de Tarqui - Visit to the fish market, we might be able to see how the fish is being brought in to the shore, also learn about the most popular fish sold to locals and restaurants in town.
- Plage de Tarqui - Visit to the boatyard, in this stop, we will able to see where the fishing boats are being built, we might be able to see the carpenters working on them depending on the day.
- San Lorenzo - A nice walk through the pad that will take you to the light house and the top of the cliff to witness an beautiful sight of the ocean.
- Pacoche Wildlife Refuge - Restaurant in the rain forest, here we will taste the local cuisine, there popular dish, wrapped up in a plantain leaf will make you fall in love
- Montecristi - We will visit one of the shops to witness how Modesto, one of the artist make a Toquilla hat in front of us.
- Pacoche Wildlife Refuge - You will visit the rain forest in Pacoche, where the monkeys await to be seen, The light house in San Lorenzo beach, the museum in Pacocha, and Ceviche in Marianita beach.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Lunch included
- Comfortable in-vehicle air conditioning
- All fees and taxes covered
Additional Information
Affordable prices, exceptional quality! This excursion perfectly combines nature, cultural experiences, and local gastronomy in a single journey; you’ll have the opportunity to observe the intricate weaving of Toquilla hats in a small factory, with the option to purchase directly from the source. After a venture through the rainforest sighting howler monkeys, we’ll visit a lighthouse for a breathtaking ocean view. To wrap up the day, savor a sumptuous meal and unwind at one of the jungle’s restaurants. Caution: a 1300-meter section of the PACOCHE trail is demanding and may not be suitable for individuals with cardiac or mobility issues, be sure to wear appropriate footwear.
- During December and May we face the rainy season, so we might have to experience a muddy terrain at the rain forest, we suggest to wear waterproof boots or walk half of the trail
- If you require a guide that speaks another language other than English or Spanish, you will have to notify us, extra charges might be applied.
- Running shoes, or boots, Mosquito repellant long pants and long sleeve clothing, do not wear sandals.
- Please let us know if you have allergies
Location
Terminal Portuaria De Manta
Inside the terminal, we will be next to the exit door or standing at the entrance door.
WI-FI available in the terminal.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.4
(14 Ratings)
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Mei_l
Dec 11, 2023
Excellent tour - Tour guide did an excellent job. Lunch was very good. Selected tour points are very interesting and attractive. We enjoyed the excursion.
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Linda_n
Nov 29, 2023
Great Adventure! - We had heard so many stories about this country and really did not know what to expect. Overall, the tour was great - we got to see monkeys in the rain forest, climbed to the top of the lookout point but what made it exceptional, was the guide. Our guide, Christpher, was outstanding explaining not only items on the tour but the country as a whole. We felt we got to know the people of the country and very much enjoyed the adventure.
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Itsgregsworld
Nov 24, 2023
A full day with a great guide - We booked with SOS for our first visit to Manta. We scored a day with Christopher, who went out of his way to make certain we all saw as much of Manta and the surrounding countryside as possible. We started at the local fish market and Christopher was able to translate questions we had for local fishermen. Everyone was so friendly. We visited a lighthouse on a short hike up a mountain along the beach. We spent an hour or so in a local rainforest. We dined on local cuisine (Tonga). It was exceptional. We finished the day out in Montecristi visiting a hat maker of the REAL Panama Hat. We even purchased one. All in all the perfect day with a fantastic guide. Thank you, SOS!
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Geoffrey_s
Oct 16, 2023
Great tour - From the port pick up, our guide Fernando looked after us superbly. His English was excellent and he explained things well. The walk in the rainforest was a little strenuous with many steps but well worth the effort. Lunch was great in a local restaurant.
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Anonymous
Apr 10, 2023
Hats, Beach, Forest hike and super lunch - The long hike was really challenging but if you prepare with hiking shoes, preferably waterproof, and you are in good shape, this is a great excursion. We didn't see monkeys but lots of plants, insects and butterflies.Our guide, Victor, and our driver were wonderful. If you are not really prepared, turn back and enjoy the short walk. They added Montechristi and Modesto Hats. Loved it, since we were out to buy hats. Lunch was tasty and not touristy. Super.
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E4249hwlarryb
Mar 29, 2023
Rain Forest & lunc - Great tour of the rain forest. We saw howler monkey's, a tarantula spider, and many birds. Our tour guide was knowledgeable about all things related to the forest. The hike to the lighthouse was fun as well. Afterwards a great local lunch was provided that was delicious!
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Sobeum77
Feb 1, 2021
Hiking in Pacoche - Fernando was very nice and knowledgeable. He was friendly and helpful and led us on a 90 minute tour of Pacoche Rainforest. Due to COVID we wanted to travel in our own transportation, and SOS and Fernando were very accommodating. Fernando in his car led our car following from our AirBnB to the rainforest, where we were met by a forest ranger.
The adults and our 16 year old very very much enjoyed the tour. Thank you!
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Brenda_h
Aug 25, 2023
There was a lot of... - There was a lot of climbing for elderly people and too big a gap before lunch which was at 2pm. To get to the tour at 8am we had to have breakfast before 7am. Only water was provided on the tour before lunch. At the rainforest the guide only spoke Spanish which had to be translated into English by our bus tour guide and there is only one toilet at the rainforest for all the tourists. Seeing the hat making was nice.
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Lanawparker
Nov 29, 2022
Beautiful with a few issues - The pros: the guides were knowledgeable and interesting, the driver was excellent, the rainforest was beautiful, the pickup/drop off was easy
Cons: the "walk" thru was difficult and wet and muddy which was fine, but wear hiking shoes/boots (beautiful sights and monkeys - just be prepared), the lunch place didn't serve food, so they got some next door and we paid again for our lunch and for our guide and driver, there were no restroom breaks all day and no running water at the museum, we ended up spending 8 hours on this tour kind of dawdling around.
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Isabelc_c
Mar 28, 2024
Bad experience, learned my lesson. - Called to cancel on 3/25, around d 12;20 pm because Saphire Princess canceled Manta Port due to political I nstability in Ecuador,state of emergency was extended for another month,etc.
Talked to customer service, left email and phone number where I could be reached. At sea heading toward Puntarenas Costa Rica on 3/25.Have not heard from you or tour operator.
Tells me there is poor communication between Viator and tour company reaching out to customers.
I would think twice if I ever book with you again. I had a very bad experience this time, will not recommend even to my worse e emy
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