Full Day Churute Howler Monkeys and Chocolate Tour

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98% of guests rated this experience 4 stars or higher

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Recommended by 98% travellers

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Recommended by 98% travellers

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4.8 (55)

Recommended by 98% travellers

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Location

Guayaquil

Duration

7 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish, Italian

Location

Guayaquil

Duration

7 hours

Group size

Max 10 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English, Spanish, Italian

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4.8

•55 reviews

US$477.17 per guest

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Adult x1

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Discover two of Ecuador’s most fascinating treasures in a single day. Explore the Churute Ecological Reserve on a guided hike through tropical forest trails in search of howler monkeys, exotic birds, and native wildlife. Learn about the biodiversity of one of the country’s most important protected areas while enjoying beautiful natural landscapes. Continue your journey at a traditional cacao farm, where you will discover the history and cultural importance of Ecuador’s world-famous cacao. Learn how cacao is grown, harvested, roasted, and transformed into artisanal chocolate using traditional techniques. Taste different chocolate varieties and create your own handmade chocolate while connecting with local traditions and rural life. Combining wildlife, nature, culture, and authentic chocolate experiences, this full-day tour offers a unique way to discover the natural and cultural heritage of Ecuador.

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Local guide

Bottled water

Lunch

Driver/guide

In-vehicle air conditioning

Air-conditioned vehicle

Transport by private vehicle

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Gratuities

2 hours · Admission Ticket Included

Reserva Ecologica Manglares Churute

Begin your adventure at the Churute Ecological Reserve, a protected natural area known for its rich biodiversity and tropical landscapes. Explore the reserve while searching for the famous howler monkeys and discovering native wildlife, exotic birds, mangroves, and the natural beauty of Ecuador’s coastal region. This outdoor experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and observe one of Ecuador’s most important ecological environments.

Begin your adventure at the Churute Ecological Reserve, a protected natural area known for its rich…

2 hours · Admission Ticket Included

Hacienda Cacao y Mango

On this exclusive private experience, discover the fascinating world of Ecuadorian cacao, from the cacao tree to the artisanal chocolate-making process. Learn about the history, cultural importance, and traditions behind one of Ecuador’s most famous products. Visit traditional cacao plantations and discover how local farmers grow, harvest, roast, and transform cacao beans into authentic organic chocolate using rustic techniques passed down through generations. During the experience, you will taste different varieties of Ecuadorian chocolate and have the opportunity to create your own artisanal chocolate while connecting with local culture and countryside traditions. Perfect for chocolate lovers, this immersive experience combines flavor, culture, nature, and Ecuador’s rich cacao heritage in a truly unforgettable way.

On this exclusive private experience, discover the fascinating world of Ecuadorian cacao, from the c…

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Pickup Details

We pickup the travelers in all the hotels in Guayaquil and in the Aeropuerto Internacional José Joaquín de Olmedo.

Meeting Point

Viasam day trip. Tours privados, Guayaquil Guayas, Ecuador, EC, 090513

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carolinebF8023DNOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

Monkeys and cacao with Yamil

I had a wonderful day with Yamil and his friends. We went to a private reserve and managed to find howler monkeys as well as many other birds, insects and flowers. We then went to a working farm and picked mangoes and saw how cacao is farmed and processed ready for chocolate making. And we ended the day with a wonderful surprise - Yamil took me to his own home for a cooking demonstration and to taste some of his own family recipes (which were delicious!). Would highly recommend this tour. Can't ...read more

W1333WFanitamOctober 2025 • TripAdvisor

A taste of Guayaquil

We have just spent a wonderful day with Yamil (Viasam Day Trips) and Daniel (Daniel Falcon Photography). Yamil had informed us of options prior to the trip to avoid high mosquito season at the jungle and farm. After a prompt pick-up at our hotel, the first stop was Bosque Protector Cerro Blanco, a tropical dry forest near Guayaquil. No howler monkeys today but a big hairy spider, some birds, Daniel’s expert knowledge of the area and his amazing bird and monkey calls. Next stop was a boat trip t...read more

corvidae2018August 2025 • TripAdvisor

Fantastic due to the great guides

This was such a wonderful trip due to the kindness, care and knowledge of our guides. Yamil was incredibly thoughtful in adjusting our itinerary for a group member with mobility issues, while still allowing us to have the experiences we wanted. Daniel was a wealth of great information! Loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to book with them again.

lindaoZ6514LWJuly 2025 • TripAdvisor

Nature and Cacao

I signed up for this fantastic experience for the nature part of the day - but was equally enthralled by the tour of the Cacao farm. This was an excellent experience - The English-speaking Guide, Simon, who grew up in the area, has profound knowledge the environment (in all its aspects) and people. The walk through the dry forest accompanied by howler monkey calls was enhanced by Simon's ability to explain relationships between plants and animals (mammal, bird, reptile, insects) of all kinds. Hi...read more

shannonhQ3688KEJuly 2025 • TripAdvisor

Amazing!!!

Our guide was amazing! We saw so many howler monkeys, and the chocolate-making/tasting experience was incredible. Very cool to learn so much about the cultivation of cacao and fruit trees. Lunch at the farm was delicious! Do prepare for mosquitoes on the hike… wear thick enough clothing that they can’t bite through and a good repellent. Glad we didn’t miss out on this VERY cool opportunity!!