Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats
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$71
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Best prices, high quality! This tour will give you a sense of what locals experience everyday, you will learn about our education system, history, customs, culture, & cuisine. You will learn how we build our fishing boats, fishermen may approach asking to take them with you on a picture posing and holding a big tuna while you visit the fish market; We will take you to one of the factories where we process "tagua" buttons, tons of these buttons get exported, so you might be wearing one right now; we will also show you how the Montecristi hats are woven, and how much work a weaver put into it, through a demonstration, in one of the artisan's shops, we will explain the process, right after, we will take you to the museum Ciudad Alfaro, which is full of art and history that you will be introduced to. On the way back, do not miss taking a picture of the weaving woman statue on the roundabout.
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Manta, Ecuador Information
Manta, Ecuador, offers docking at Manta Port. Travelers explore Montecristi’s Panama hat workshops and Pacoche Wildlife Refuge. Excursions include snorkeling at Isla de la Plata, known as the “Poor Man’s Galapagos.” Local markets sell ceviche. The peak season, June to November, brings milder weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Pacific beaches and artisan markets. Dining onboard features locro de papa, an Ecuadorian potato soup. Souvenirs, like woven hats, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Manta’s fishing heritage. Light clothing and sun protection suit the tropical climate, while snorkeling gear enhances marine exploration. Manta’s coastal vibrancy offers a dynamic Ecuadorian stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of artisanal crafts, wildlife, and marine adventures, making Manta a compelling destination for exploring Ecuador’s Pacific coast and cultural traditions.
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360 minutes
Language French and German
Manta's highlights & Montecristi
in-vehicle air conditioning
all fees and/or taxes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In case you are bringing a wheelchair, you need to notify this to us, otherwise we won't be responsible of not being able to take you on the tour.
If you require a guide that speaks another language other than English or Spanish, you will have to choose the option "Other languages"
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.