11. Mangroves and cacao experience near Guayaquil
5.0· 26 reviews· 8 hoursSix hours of guided exploration — canoe ride through mangroves, chocolate-making at a cacao farm, and sampling fresh fruit from the trees.
“I had a fantastic experience with Eddie on a private tour that included the mangroves and chocolate making. He is friendly and knowledgeable, and communication was top-notch. Both he and the driver were very accommodating. I appreciated that he supports local families through these activities, such as partnering with a local business for the chocolate making and using a local guide for the mangrove tour.”— agingerwithsoul
22. Private one-way transfer from Guayaquil to Cuenca with Cajas Park stop
4.9· 49 reviewsApproximately six hours — private transport from Guayaquil to Cuenca with a visit to Cajas National Park and a cacao farm along the way.
“The service was excellent, extremely dependable, and always on time. They provided everything we required. We've used them twice already and will definitely choose them again. I highly recommend them.”— HuntsDesk
33. Churute Forest monkeys and chocolate-making tour from Guayaquil
4.9· 55 reviews· 7 hoursEight hours by road — forest hike to watch howler monkeys, followed by a hands-on chocolate-making experience and a traditional Ecuadorian lunch outdoors.
“I booked this incredible experience primarily for the nature aspect but found the tour of the cacao farm equally captivating. It was outstanding. Our English-speaking guide, Simon, who is from the area, possesses deep knowledge of the local environment and its people. The walk through the dry forest, complemented by the sounds of howler monkeys, was enriched by Simon’s insights into the connections between various plants and animals, including mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects. His tour provided a fascinating overview of cacao production, covering everything from planting and grafting to processing, along with making our own hot drink and chocolate bar, guided by Don Alberto. There’s also a small shop where you can purchase cacao souvenirs to take home. The tour company, Viasam, was fantastic. They reached out to confirm my dietary needs as a vegetarian and provided a delicious lunch featuring Ecuadorian ingredients, many sourced from the farm. They were flexible enough to adapt the itinerary to help me explore as much of the Guayaquil area as possible during my short stay.”— lindaoZ6514LW
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