Guayaquil to Puerto Lopez and Agua Blanca Commune: Day trip
Private ride with a local driver
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About your trip
Journey northwest to Ecuador's premier whale-watching destination and ancient indigenous community, where humpback whale migrations meet preserved archaeological heritage. Experience marine wildlife spectacles and traditional culture while discovering coastal archaeology, with your professional driver navigating coastal roads.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Guayaquil whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverâs local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĂ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youâll love sharing later. This isnât a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your professional Daytrip driver will meet you at your accommodation in Guayaquil and transport you safely to Puerto Lopez and then to the Agua Blanca Community, allowing you to explore Ecuador's whale watching capital and an authentic indigenous community showcasing marine conservation and cultural preservation.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Puerto Lopez and Agua Blanca Community should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From âŹ84
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalâŹ253
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Guayaquil
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Puerto Lopez
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Experience Ecuador's premier whale watching destination where humpback whales migrate annually from Antarctica to breed in warm Pacific waters creating spectacular marine wildlife encounters. Board professional whale watching boats with experienced guides who locate whale pods while maintaining respectful distances and educational commentary about whale behavior, migration patterns, and conservation efforts. Visit local tour operators offering additional marine experiences including snorkeling, sea turtle observation, and island excursions to Isla de la Plata, often called 'Poor Man's Galapagos' for its seabird colonies and marine life. The town's position within Machalilla National Park ensures protected marine environments while traditional fishing culture and modern conservation create authentic encounters with Ecuador's most spectacular marine wildlife destination and successful whale protection programs.
2
Agua Blanca Community
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 h 30 min - admission not included


Continue to this remarkable indigenous community where Manteno archaeological heritage combines with contemporary indigenous culture and innovative eco-tourism, supporting community development and cultural preservation. Experience an authentic indigenous lifestyle through community-guided tours where local families demonstrate traditional crafts, agricultural techniques, and medicinal plant knowledge while sharing oral history and cultural traditions passed down through generations. Explore significant archaeological sites where pre-Columbian Manteno civilization thrived, including ceremonial centers, ancient settlements, and museum collections displaying pottery, tools, and artifacts revealing sophisticated coastal cultures that preceded Inca expansion.
Back to Guayaquil
Weâll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youâre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youâll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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