Salinas Opens Whale Watching Season With Two-Hour Trips
Salinas has opened its humpback whale watching season, branded locally as La gira del amor, El Universo reported.
The season centers on humpback whales arriving in warmer Ecuadorian waters after a migration of about 8,000 kilometers. The report says Salinas has 20 accredited boats for the activity and cites two-hour outings at $21 per passenger.
What This Means For Expats
For coastal residents and visitors, this is one of the more reliable seasonal nature activities in Ecuador. Salinas is accessible from Guayaquil and other Santa Elena beach towns, and the trip length makes it manageable even for a weekend visit.
The useful detail is accreditation. Use licensed operators, ask about life jackets, sea conditions and cancellation rules, and avoid informal offers that cannot explain safety procedures.
Practical Takeaway
If whale watching is on your list, go with an accredited boat and treat the $21 fare as a baseline to confirm before booking. Weather and sea conditions can change quickly on the coast.
Source: El Universo
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