As UK exats we know what you're looking for. We always put you first, but the quality of our tour locations are a very close second. 

This tour is a favorite for the more active clients. We spend a day enjoying local wildlife, culture, food and drink. The rainforest section can include light and easy walking for up to 1 hour, then a much more active hike for the second hour if desired.

The standard price option is for cruise ship day group tours. If you would prefer a private tour or are not travelling on a cruise ship, please select the private tour option at the moment of booking. 

For the private tour, guide and driver will be at your complete disposition for the day and will tailor the activities to your interests and energy levels. So, if you want to swing by a store and stock up on something, they will make it happen. We can also better the tour by making some extra stops, like at a local brewery for example.


Rainforest Wildlife, Panama Hat makers, Traditional Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

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, to complement this tour we will visit a chocolate bars factory, 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. 


Manta's highlights & Montecristi Hats

Your in good hands. We are a British ex-pat family that has been living in Manta since 2009. We have 4 generations of family enjoying the sun, sea and sights. We strive to create a perfect day for our clients using our world travel and local experience to find the best tour attractions. We will go out of our way to make your time in Manta an amazing part of your trip.

This is a lovely light activity tour. You can walk as much or little as you like and all areas are wheel chair accessible. 

We can do group or private tours on request and are very flexible if you would like to mix things up and have a custom tour. Feel free to check out our website or social media for more information.


Panama Hat Maker, Artisan goods, Museum, Beachfront local Cuisine. SHORE TOUR

Our most complete day tour in Manta. Immerse yourself in the culture, nature, and history of Manta and Montecristi. 

Visit the engine of the local economy, the Fish Market, and the boatyard.

Explore the lush rainforest of Pacoche and spot howler monkeys in their natural habitat. Pacoche offers a glimpse into the vibrant diversity of Ecuador's tropical forests and coastal landscape. 

Taste the famous Ecuadorian coastal cuisine and have a drink in a beachfront family-owned restaurant.

Learn about Ecuador's history of revolution in Montecristi, considered the birthplace of "Panama hats" or Ecuadorian Toquilla Straw Hat. This picturesque town is also home to hat ateliers, where you can learn about the final process of hat making.

Treat yourself to an authentic Panama hat or intricate handwoven crafts as coveted souvenirs of your Ecuador adventure.

Taste of Ecuador: Fish Market, Forest trail, Local Food & Crafts

This is our favorite tour. Mixing amazing flavors with stunning natural environments. You will be stunned by the views at the Coffee farm and amazed by the taste of the local gourmet choclate products. This is a great light activity tour that requires a little walking and is very easily accessed throughout. Which makes it a favorite with our cruise ship clients. 
In the farm we included coffe free and chocolate.

maximum number of travelers 12

Chocolate & Coffee farm Cruiseship Tour in Manta

Lower prices, high quality ! This tour captures nature, culture, and local cuisine in one trip; Starting from the fish market, this trip will give you a taste of how it is being a local, interacting to the people in the market and watching how the big fish are being brought to the shore, in the market you will see the stalls where they sell, seafood and the catch of the day, the boat yard is another spot we will visit, where the fishing boats are being built, you will be able to witness how the Toquilla hats are woven in one of the small factories and buy it from it, after exploring the rain forest, and watching howler monkeys, we will be visiting the light house, to see an spectacular view of the ocean, and finally you will enjoy a delicious lunch and relaxing in one of the restaurants in the rain forest. 
Warning: there is 1300 meters of this trail in PACOCHE are strenuous, not recommended for travelers with heart or walking problems, please wear running shoes. 

The rain forest, surroundings & lunch.

Lower prices, high quality! this tour will show you our culture, our traditions, our cuisine, History, nature, handcraft and heritage in just 5 to 6 hours, with the friendliest Ecuadorian tour guide in town, we will be able to see howler monkeys, wildlife, the palm tree that we use to weave the Panama hats, the fish market to see how the fish is being brought to the shore, sharks, marlin, tuna, we will be visiting Ciudad Alfaro museum, and we will be seeing how they make the Panama hats, this tour covers almost everything you do not want to miss, and also how they make buttons out of a particular palm tree that only grows in tropical areas.
Warning: there are 800 meters of this trail in PACOCHE are strenuous, not recommended for travelers with heart or walking problems, please wear running shoes at least and mosquito repellent. 

Montecristi & The Rain Forest

On this half-day tour, discover the colorful landmarks, culture, history, and daily life of Manta and Montecristi on this enlightening tour of two of Ecuador‘s most inviting coastal towns. These neighboring cities each have a vibrant charm all their own.

In Manta, explore the lively streets and bustling fish market, where a cup of fresh-brewed Ecuadorian coffee or freshly squeezed juice offers the perfect start to your day. Then stroll the tranquil streets of picturesque Montecristi, dotted with lovely handicraft shops and a leafy central plaza where you can simply sit and enjoy the easygoing pace of life.

A knowledgeable local guide will share fascinating insights into the history and stories of Manta and Montecristi, two closely linked yet wonderfully unique communities. 

A perfect day to discover the true heart of coastal Ecuador. The memories made here will last long after your suntan fades!


Half Day City Tour in Manta and Montecristi Landmarks

Visit the fish-market, the motor of the local economy of Manta. Discover the universe of the humid tropical forest with its howler monkeys in Pacoche (natural reserve). Learn about the Ecuadorian revolution and buy the famous Montecristi Hat and local handcrafts in Montecristi.

Private Tour: Fishermen and Pacoche Humid Forest Walking Tour

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Private Flyboarding Experience in Manta 

This is a tailored private tour just for your group. You will get to spend quality time deep in the rainforest. Breathing in the pure fresh air. Surrounded by nature and tranquility. The sound of birdsong and howler monkeys are guaranteed. This is the place we take our families for a nice walk and an escape from the city, we can’t recommend it enough. We will adapt the schedule to your needs and interests, adding stops where you wish. We normally end the day with a trip to a local chocolate factory or brewery to really put the icing on the cake. 

Pacoche Hiking Tour

This tour reveals the mystery on the origin that relies on Ecuadorian chocolate.The highest quality chocolate was born from a rainforest conservation project started in Ecuador in 2007. Through his nonprofit foundation Third Millennium Alliance. The chocolate this soil produces comes from the oldest trees which study traced genetics as far back as 5,300 years according Carbon-14 data and the theobromine found in pods by Francisco Valdez, in one of his archeological researches; these kind of trees were thought extinct until the results from this study were revealed, proving their purity is at 100% Nacional speaking of genotypes. ​In this tour, we will process our own chocolate from collecting the cocoa beans to making our own chocolate bar, we will visit one of the 14 plantations in Rocafuerte, that produces the highest quality of cocoa beans used for making the most exquisite chocolate bars. 
Recommended to cruise travelers. 

The ultimate Cocoa farm experience 

This is a carefully crafted, exclusive tour created especially for cruise travellers arriving at Manta Port, offering the once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit both Galapagos and Machu Picchu — two of the world’s most iconic destinations — in one seamless journey. Unlike standard cruise ship excursions, our tour offers the same high-quality experience at a more competitive price, often with smaller groups, personalised service, and top-tier accommodation.

We handle all logistics, including flights, transfers, expert guides, and tailored itineraries, ensuring a stress-free adventure from port to port, fully aligned with your cruise schedule. You’ll enjoy the natural wonders of the Galapagos Islands and the mystical beauty of Machu Picchu, all in a programme that rivals the cruise line’s own excursions — but with better value and enhanced personal attention. A truly unforgettable experience designed with discerning travellers in mind.

Galapagos & Machu Picchu from MANTA PORT CRUISE SHIP TERMINAL

Learn about the process to transform one of the best cacao in the world in chocolate. 
Discover the production process of handcraft beer and taste the different types of beer.

Know more about the local economy and one of its most exported product. 

Visit INIAP Institute (Agricultural Research Farm) in Portoviejo.
Walk around the nursery garden and National Cacao farm, get a taste of different national cacao beans, and learn about the preservation program and the crop.

Drive to Pacoche Forest to visit a coffee plantation at the National Wildlife refuge of Pacoche.

Learn about Ecuadorian coffee, see an exhibition of roasting, grounding and best preparation of local coffee, where you'll be delighted with nice cup of our very own local coffee and a delicious local snack.

Return to cruise terminal

From Cacao to Chocolate: Private Tour in Manta

Book your private transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil hotels.

Avoid the hassle of waiting in long taxi or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door-to-door port transfer.

Your driver will be waiting for you at the scheduled time, and you can travel comfortably to your destination.

Our transfers will provide you with such services: meeting with a nameplate, door-to-door delivery, no hidden fees, clean cars, and professional drivers, which will make your trip more comfortable and safe. We guarantee the quality of the services provided.

Private Transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil Hotels

Book your private transfer from Manta Cruise Port to Guayaquil Airport (GYE).

Avoid the hassle of waiting in long taxis or shared shuttle queues and use our private, door-to-door airport transfer.

Your driver will be waiting for you at the scheduled time, and you can travel comfortably to your destination.

 • Meeting with a Nameplate.
 • We track your Flight.
 • Door-to-door Service.
 • No Hidden Charges.
 • Clean cars & Professional drivers.

Experiences in Manta, Ecuador