Manta Cruise Ships Shore Excursions
Welcome to Manta Tour Guides! Your adventure starts here with the best Manta Ecuador tours designed to provide unforgettable experiences. Whether you are drawn by the call of the ocean, the allure of local traditions, or the taste of exotic flavors, Manta Tour Guides offers an array of adventures that cater to every type of traveler. Explore the stunning landscapes, rich culture, and vibrant history of Manta, Ecuador with our expert local guides who are passionate about sharing the beauty and secrets of our coastal paradise. From the golden beaches and lush rainforests to the bustling markets and artisanal villages, your journey with us will be filled with discovery and delight.
Manta Ecuador Tours
We regurlarly sell out our tours on cruise ship days so be sure to book in advance
For travelers who want to get the best deals, but refuse to compromise on quality or security, Manta Tour Guides is the place to come. The site is packed with wonderful tourist friendly shore excursions and places to visit, eat and have an amazing time. We emigrated from the UK over 10 years ago and we know what you’re looking for.
We always put you first, but the quality of our Shore Excursions and Tour locations are a very close second. We won’t tolerate establishments that merely tolerate tourist travelers. They have to excel in Service and Quality, or we leave them out.
Why Choose Manta Tour Guides?
• Personalized Tours: Tailored to meet your interests and schedule.
• Local Expertise: Guided by knowledgeable locals who know Manta inside out.
• Safety First: Committed to providing safe and enjoyable tours.
Rainforest Pacoche Tour
- Rain forest wildlife reserve
- Panama hat makers
- Cliff top Light house & Viewpoint
- Beachfront local cuisine
- Wooden boatyard
- Fish Market
- Active, 1 or 2 hour walks
Montecristi Panama Hat Tour
- Local Culture Museum
- Panama hat makers
- Artisan goods
- Beachfront local cuisine
- Wooden boatyard
- Fish Market
- Light, short walks
Cacao and Coffee Tour
- Cacao and Coffee exhibition
- Local fruit and alcohol
- Traditional countryside cuisine
- Panama hat makers
- Wooden boatyard
- Fish Market
- Light, short walks
Private Custom Tours
- Private Rainforest Tours
- Private Cacao and Coffee Tour
- Private Montecristi Panama Hat Tour
- Small intimate groups of 1 or 2 people
- We can arrange fantastic custom tours or activities just for you
ALL OUR LOCATIONS HAVE BEEN REVIEWED AND RECOMMENDED BY OUR BRITISH EXPAT FAMILY
Shore excursions Manta for cruise ship passengers
What are clients says
Awesome day!
We saw so many Holwer monkeys in the rain forest. It was magical. Our guide was very well trained and spoke excelent English. The food was very strange looking but turned out to be very tasty. We were so tired after all the fun. Highly recomend this shore excursion tour.
Best Chocolate ever
I felt the Cacoa tour was spectacular. We had so much fun making our own chocolate mixes. The coffee was good too. Guides were very patient and flexible. We would like to come back and try another shore tour soon.
Nice town, well organized tour
Manta is a fantastic place to visit. I booked our shore excursion with 11 friends. Tom and his guides gave great service from start to finish. The Food was amazing. The beach bar was paradise. Keep up the good work.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about your upcoming port stop, safety, and booking the best cruise ships shore tours.
Why should we book our cruise ships shore tours with private local agencies? +
Booking your cruise ships shore tours with specialized local operators like Manta Tour Guides guarantees a highly personalized, flexible, and unhurried experience. Unlike packed cruise ship mega-buses, our private excursions are custom-tailored to your vessel’s exact docking schedule, providing a 100% on-time return guarantee to the port gates.
What are the absolute best activities in Manta for tourist shore excursions? +
The top activities in Manta for tourist groups include exploring the ancient pre-Columbian artifacts at the Manta Museum, hiking the lush trails of the Pacoche Forest to find wild howler monkeys, and taking a short drive inland to the colonial town of Montecristi to watch master weavers create genuine toquilla straw hats. Water sports like jet skiing and beach volleyball at El Murciélago are also highly popular.
What is the current status regarding safety in Manta for tourist passengers? +
When analyzing safety in Manta for tourist visitors, the cruise terminal corridors, the modern Barbasquillo neighborhood, and key cultural highlights are heavily monitored by specialized tourist police units. Traveling with professional logistics through registered manta tour guides adds an absolute layer of security, as our drivers use private, authorized vehicles to keep you completely comfortable and safe away from crowded public transits.
How close is the cruise port terminal to the modern shopping malls and dining areas? +
Manta’s urban layout is incredibly advantageous. The oceanfront Mall del Pacífico is located right across from El Murciélago beach, just a 5-minute private drive from the terminal gates. The upscale dining and modern culinary venues in the Barbasquillo neighborhood are only 8 to 10 minutes away, making it seamless to mix cultural day-tours with city shopping.
Can we customize our itinerary if we have specific physical limitations? +
Absolutely. Unlike preset tours, our private outings can adjust walking distances, optimize vehicle step-access, and focus on accessible locations like craft workshops and coastal viewpoints rather than steep forest treks. Just let our team know your preferences beforehand.
