POPULATED CENTERS – SANTA ELENA

Santa Elena (provincial capital)
Salinas
La Libertad

NATURE – UNIQUE WILDLIFE

Humpback whales (seasonal)
Marine birds (pelicans, frigatebirds)
Sea lions and coastal wildlife
Marine and coastal ecosystems

EXCURSIONS IN SANTA ELENA

Beach and coastal tours
Surfing experiences in Montañita
Whale watching tours
Visits to fishing villages
Sustainable coastal tourism experiences

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CENTROS POBLADOS – SANTA ELENA

Santa Elena (capital provincial)
Salinas
La Libertad

TRADITIONAL GASTRONOMY OF SANTA ELENA

Traditional dishes:
Ceviche (fish, shrimp, and mixed seafood)
Encocado de pescado o camarón
Arroz con mariscos
Pescado frito
Encebollado

Traditional drinks:
Fresh coconut water
Natural fruit juices
Traditional coastal drinks

NATURE – SCENERY

Pacific Ocean beaches
Coastal cliffs and bays
Dry tropical forest landscapes
Marine reserves and protected areas

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Surfing and bodyboarding
Whale watching (seasonal)
Snorkeling and swimming
Beach walks and sunsets
Nature photography and coastal adventures

LOCAL LIFE – EXPERIENCES

Coastal fishing communities
Local culture and seaside lifestyle
Community-based tourism
Handicrafts and coastal traditions