Peninsula Santa Elena

The Pacific Ocean, the sound of the surf, the bright sun and the atmosphere of a relaxed holiday, in which there is no room for bustle and hurry, awaits everyone who decides to visit the peninsula of Santa Elena. There are no crowded beaches, forcing the tourist to desperately seek a place in the sun, but, on the contrary, a lot of large, recreational areas, drowning in yellow sand and leading to the ocean.

Peninsula Santa Elena - a well of archaeological finds

The peninsula of Santa Elena belongs to the same province of Ecuador, located in the west of the country. The province was established relatively recently - in 2007, thereby becoming one of the youngest in Ecuador . From the archaeological point of view, the peninsula of Santa Elena is famous for its expeditions on its territory, thanks to which it was possible to find unique finds related to the culture of South America. Among the artefacts found by archeologists are various tools of labor, ceramics and figurines that personify the spirits of ancestors.

How and where to rest on the peninsula of Santa Elena?

Peninsula Santa Elena today remains a place not only for passive beach recreation and sunbathing, but also a place where those who like to actively spend time, even while on vacation, will have something to do. First of all, we are talking about sport fishing with a boat trip to the open ocean, accompanied by experienced guides, who are ready to tell where tourists will be able to catch some ocean inhabitant. The cost of such entertainment will be about $ 130 per hour, but it should be borne in mind that one hour in order to enjoy all the delights of fishing in the open ocean - just not enough. On the territory of the peninsula are several fishing villages, whose inhabitants are engaged exclusively in fishing and are often ready to conduct unique master classes for tourists for a moderate fee, as well as to share the secrets of the big catch.

Surfing is another popular activity for lovers of water sports activities among holiday makers of the peninsula of Santa Elena. Someone hones their skills, conquering one wave after another, and someone, sitting on golden sand, can just watch the professionals of their craft. Most of all surfers gather on the beach under the name of Montanita , because there is almost never a rest and you can practice a lot. Brought luck to tourists who came during the national competitions on surfing, which are usually held here in the summer months. The event attracts a large number of people and causes a storm of enthusiasm among all spectators, who after the competition, under the guidance of experienced instructors, offer to try their hand at rolling on the waves. Also popular is the Salinas beach, which is the most convenient and safe for swimming. In addition, on its territory is a yacht club, where anyone can drop by and have a great time, having ordered local cocktails and snacks.

On the peninsula of Santa Elena there are a lot of hotels and hotels that adhere to different pricing policies, and, therefore, it is possible to find both luxury accommodation options and very budgetary ones, which contain only the most necessary. For example, the most popular among tourists:

1. Hotel Hostería Punta Blanca , which has three stars. The cost of living in a double room starts from $ 90 per day, breakfast is included in the price. An outdoor swimming pool, a bar and free parking are also available for guests. The rooms have a bath, air conditioning and a TV.
2. Hotel Marvento Uno with three stars offers its guests comfortable rooms costing from 95 dollars per night for double accommodation. Breakfast is also included in the price for accommodation, in addition, visitors can use the terrace located on the roof. Pets are allowed, and for children there is even a special children's pool on site. Free parking, internet, air conditioning in rooms - this is just not a complete list of services provided by the Hotel Marvento Uno.
3. Hotel Hotel Francisco II is a comfortable 2-star hotel. In it, living in a double room will cost about $ 80 per day. Here visitors can use the services of hourly free parking, and in their rooms there is air conditioning, bathroom, refrigerator and internet.
4. The hotel with the same name, but only with three stars and costing $ 90 per night for double accommodation - Hotel Francisco III - offers its guests rooms with free internet and all amenities. In addition, the hotel has an outdoor pool, free parking and daily room cleaning.
5. The five-star hotel - Barceló Hotels & Resorts - operates on an all-inclusive basis. The complex has two outdoor swimming pools, cable TV, air conditioning, mini-bar and everything you need for a comfortable stay. There is also a sauna and hydromassage baths, you can still go through a variety of massage therapies, visit the gym and even book a master class on windsurfing and diving. The hotel offers its guests from July to October to go on an excursion to the open ocean, accompanied by guides and whale watching. The cost of living in a double room is about 150 dollars per day.

Thus, rest on the peninsula Santa Elena with its opportunities and leisure options - will bring a lot of positive emotions and vivid impressions.