Bahía de Caráquez Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Take a Ferry Ride

Take a Ferry Ride, Bahía de Caráquez

 patnoelle Says:  From the bay at Bahia de Caraquez, take a boat ferry for about $2.00 to the small fishing village of San Vicente. The trip is pleasant with "entertainment" included in some of the ferries. Once in San Vicente explore the town, it is worth it! 

Eco tour of Isla Corazon

Eco tour of Isla Corazon, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  We took a 5 hour eco tour of Isla Corazon. It cost $26 per person, minimum of 2 persons for the tour to be conducted. We met our guide at the travel agency near the Hotel Italia in central Biaha. He walked with us several blocks to the ferry. When we arrived at the other... 

Hotels  

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Hotels  

Coco Bongo: Not a good choice of places to stay

Coco Bongo: Not a good choice of places to stay, Bahía de Caráquez

 ladytraveller1 Says:  This hostel is old and tired. Kitchen is nasty and beds and bedding are old and uncomfortable. This place is also not safe. I was robbed twice while staying there. The doors have flimsy locks on them. The electric hot water heater in the shower sometimes works, sometimes... 

Ecohostal 'Bahia': Best theme hostal

Ecohostal 'Bahia': Best theme hostal, Bahía de Caráquez

 ecuadordean Says:  I was impressed by this hostal, (actually a bed and breakfast) for it's enviromental decore. I would recomended it to someone that wants a more upscale location at a bargin price. Free internet, cocktails available in the evening 

Hostel Coco Bongo: Friendliest hostel in Biaha

Hostel Coco Bongo: Friendliest hostel in Biaha, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  The ground floor is devoted to a bar and breakfast room in a garden setting.Up one flight, there is one very nice room with private bath and AC for US$ 30.00. There are several comunal rooms with bunk beds and shared bath, these cost much less. A very nice balcony overlooks... 

La Piedra: Best Hotel in Biaha

La Piedra: Best Hotel in Biaha, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  La Piedra is a modern hotel directly on the ocean at the tip of the pennesula in Biaha. We did not stay, but walked through in January 2007. The two-story hotel is in a u shape which is open on the sea side. There is a swimming pool in the center of the u. The restaurant... 

Hotel Italia: Third best hotel in Biaha

Hotel Italia: Third best hotel in Biaha, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  We stayed several nights in January, 2007. Our room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the air conditioning worked well. The Italia is located in the center, and none of the rooms has a view. There is no elevator, and all rooms are at least one flight above the lobby.... 

La Herradura: Second best hotel in Biaha

La Herradura: Second best hotel in Biaha, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  We stayed 3 nights in January 2007. We paid $40 per night for the best room in the hotel, room 405. We had a balcony overlooking the ocean. The room was clean, the water was warm (after a minute or two). There was a powerful fan and an airconditioner. We did not use the AC... 

Restaurants  

Four barbeques adjacent to the ferry landing: Restaurant Row

Four barbeques adjacent to the ferry landing: Restaurant Row, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  There are four, almost identical, barbeque restaurants next to the ferry landing. Each features charcoal broiled beef or chicken and fried fish or shrimp. Meals cost between US$ 4 and US$ 6 in January 2007. 

Hostel Coco Bongo: Brewed coffee in the morning!

Hostel Coco Bongo: Brewed coffee in the morning!, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  We ate a full American breakfast in January 2007. It was a good value at US$ 2.50 and included brewed coffee (not instant as is the norm at other places in Biaha). Desyano Americano para US$ 2.50 Ensalada de frutesPanDos Huavos, frito, revolto, o en copaTuchanoJugoCafe 

Arena Bar Pizzeria: More than just pizza

Arena Bar Pizzeria: More than just pizza, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  The pizza is good, and is popular for take out. There are many other things on the menue. The shrimp in fresh sauce is fantastic at US$ 4.79. The fish in asparagras sauce was also excellent at about the same price. One may dine inside, or sit on the sidewalk and watch the... 

D`Camaron: Delightful al fresco restaurant

D`Camaron: Delightful al fresco restaurant, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  D`Camaron is located at the end of Avenue Bolivar, where it intersects the Malacon at the tip of the peninsula. As the name implies, there are many shrip dishes on the menu, along with some fish and chicken as well. In January, 2007, most menu items were between $3 and $4. 

Transportation  

Traveling the Coast

Traveling the Coast, Bahía de Caráquez

 patnoelle Says:  If you are traveling by bus along the Ecuatorian Coast, take the ferry from San Vicente to Bahia de Caraquez it will shorten your trip by a couple of hours. 

Bus from Guayaquil

Bus from Guayaquil, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  There is bus service to Biaha from Quito and other cities, but I can only supply first had knowledge of the bus between Guayaquil and Biaha. Two bus companies service this route. Coctour runs buses about every hour. We departed from Guayaquil at 9 AM and arrived in Biaha at... 

Ferry to San Vincente

Ferry to San Vincente, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  There is a passenger ferry between Biaha and San Vincente. A panga departs whenever there are 20 passengers, usually within 5 minutes. Many of these open launches (with sun and spray shields) are in operation continuously. In January, 2007, the fare was US $0.30. Passengers... 

Tourist Traps  

Rio Muchacho : not such a trap, but... A reflechir

Rio Muchacho : not such a trap, but... A reflechir, Bahía de Caráquez

 Maillekeul Says:  This is a place for volontary work in an ecologic farm, also providing instruction for rural kids ... You can do a lot in this farm : if you stay a long time, you will work as a farmer, and you will pay a descent price for living and eating every day.But, if you decide to... 

Favorites  

Pennisula Paradise...

Pennisula Paradise..., Bahía de Caráquez

 ecuadordean Says:  This place seems perfect for retired people, it is quiet and an affordable place to live by the ocean. The weather is so comfortable! 

Internet Caffe scene

Internet Caffe scene, Bahía de Caráquez

 retired_poppi Says:  In January 2007, there were at least three Internet caffes in Biaha. Two were air conditioned and charged US$1.00 per hour. The non air conditioned place charged US$0.75 per hour. Surfing speed in all three was acceptable. The one facing the ferry dock provided free coffee. 

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 If you are traveling by bus along the Ecuatorian Coast, take the ferry from San Vicente to Bahia de Caraquez it will shorten your trip by a couple of hours. 

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A week in Baiha

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 Baiha is beautiful town with a great promanade on the ocean. In contrast to the big city of Guayaquil, there are no armed security guards visible untill you go to the bank. The police presence on the... 

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Bahia de Caraquez, A Great Destination

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 Bahia de Caraquez, is one of the those places that serves as a great central point for reaching other destinations or attractions. We spend about 1/2 day in this city which is one of the biggest on...... 

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An artistic city... Une ville artistique

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 Except enjoying the sun in this small beach resort, there is not much to do : so, go to the Museum ! A part profiter du soleil dans cette petite station balneaire, il n'y a pas grand chose a faire :... 

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Beach, sun and sand

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 Bahia is located in the ecuadorian coast in the province of Manabi. It is a very nice city to visit. You can find several hotels, restaurants. The city is safe and it is nice to see the "triciclos"...... 

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LA CIUDAD SIN COPIA

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 La ciudad que en el periodo pre-colonial fue asiento de los indios Caras. A mediados del siglo pasado adquirio fama por las exportaciones de tagua, higuerilla, cacao, cafe y madera de balsa. Ahora es... 

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