"A sea-land adventure" Isla de La Plata by Strannik

Isla de La Plata Travel Guide: 12 reviews and 124 photos

Pacific ocean from top of Isla de la Plata

Going to Isla de la Plata is a must see activity for every one traveling across "Ruta del Sol" in Ecuador. It's a 2.5-hour boat trip from Puerto López and once there, you have a lot to see and hike, specially some hills where you can find some really nice views, like the one above.

According to weather, you should have sunny and hot days from December to June, when you can enjoy snorkeling and see some bird species common of Galapagos laying their eggs just by the side of the walking path! Rest of the year there are colder and cloudy days, but then is when you can watch the spectacular "whales ballet" on the way to the islands, another must see activity.

Desert beach

One of Isla de la Plata bays

You can find several nice desert beaches around though it is not easy to get there due to high cliffs, besides, it is part of a national park and you are usually always under supervision who doesn't like taking you there :)

Aaaahhh, I forgot to tell you, we saw from above the cliffs a real shark looking for his food, another good reason to stay away :)

Last visit to Isla de La Plata: May 2004
Intro Updated Oct 4, 2004
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The long and winding road... - Isla de La Plata

A one-day trip Favorites (1)

To go to Isla de la Plata you have to join a group managed by one of local travel agencies in Puerto López, the only... more travel advice

How to get there Transportation (1)

The only way to get there is by joining a group in one of Puerto Lopez travel agencies (+/- $30 per person, no tax... more travel advice

Dolphins, whales, boobies and... goats? Things to Do (1)

The reason why this island is called "Galapagos of the poor" is because it is a cheaper way to see some of the animal... more travel advice

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MalenaN Jan 17, 2012 at 10:42 AM

I hope to go to Isla de la Plata during my next visit to Ecuador! Thanks for the tips!
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pepples46 Oct 4, 2004 at 8:23 PM

it sounds like a great destination and getaway!! thanx for sharing Mauro