North Coast & Lowlands
See a collection of more than 6000 pieces of artifacts from the region. Get off a northbound bus in Montalvo and ask for local transport (car or motorbike, $10) to get to Playa Africa. You can also arrange for a tour here from Hostal Ludos in Atacames.
Arquímedes Simisterra looks after the pieces, which date from the Chorrera and Tolita cultures, and were only discovered 30 years ago. You can also arrange to stay in very basic accommodations here.
Playa de Oro Reserva de Tigrillos
22.44 MILES
Half an hour upstream from Playa de Oro, this 100-sq-km reserve is owned and operated by the community of Playa de Oro. It borders the Reserva Ecológica…
26.11 MILES
This combined museum, library and bookstore contains materials ranging from recent local history to fine ceramics and gold work from the ancient Tolita…
26.15 MILES
This new walkway along the bay features cell-charging stations, a skate park, a dozen food stands and the largest Ecuadorian flag you will ever see. A…
1. Playa de Oro Reserva de Tigrillos
22.44 MILES
Half an hour upstream from Playa de Oro, this 100-sq-km reserve is owned and operated by the community of Playa de Oro. It borders the Reserva Ecológica…
26.11 MILES
This combined museum, library and bookstore contains materials ranging from recent local history to fine ceramics and gold work from the ancient Tolita…
26.15 MILES
This new walkway along the bay features cell-charging stations, a skate park, a dozen food stands and the largest Ecuadorian flag you will ever see. A…