Campamento Limbomar - Isla Santay
We find Campamento Limbomar on Isla Santay, a truly unique escape in Ecuador'
- Location
- Isla Santay, Southern Pacific Coast & Lowlands, Ecuador, Central & South America
- Coordinates
- -2.282536, -79.814835
- Activities
- camp
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to get to Campamento Limbomar from Guayaquil, and what should we expect upon arrival?
Reaching Campamento Limbomar is part of the adventure. We recommend taking a taxi or bus from Guayaquil to the pier in Durán, then a short, scenic boat ride across the Daule River to Isla Santay. The lodge staff will likely meet you at the island's welcome center, and the short walk to camp is a lovely introduction to the island's tranquility.
What kind of wildlife can we realistically expect to see at Campamento Limbomar, and are there any specific times that are better for sightings?
While Isla Santay isn't a big game destination, we love the abundant birdlife and the chance to spot iguanas and capybaras. Mornings and late afternoons are prime time for birdwatching, especially near the mangroves. Keep an eye out for various heron species, kingfishers, and if you're lucky, maybe even a magnificent frigatebird.
What are the accommodation and facilities like at Campamento Limbomar, and is it suitable for families?
The camp offers a rustic yet comfortable experience, with simple, clean tents that allow you to feel truly connected to nature. We find it perfect for adventurous families who appreciate an authentic outdoor stay. While amenities are basic, the communal dining area is a great spot to share stories, and the overall atmosphere is wonderfully relaxed.
What is the best time of year to visit Campamento Limbomar, considering weather and potential activities?
We find the dry season, from June to December, offers the most pleasant weather for exploring Isla Santay, with less humidity and rain. This period is ideal for enjoying the walking and cycling paths. However, the lushness after the rainy season can be beautiful, and wildlife sightings are generally good year-round.
What are the approximate costs we should budget for a stay at Campamento Limbomar, including accommodation and activities?
Campamento Limbomar offers excellent value for an eco-lodge experience. While prices can fluctuate, we generally see packages that include accommodation and meals in the range of $70-$100 per person per night. Additional costs would be for boat transfers and any optional guided tours or bike rentals on the island.
Other Safari Lodges in Isla Santay
- 67795
- Albergue Polinal
- Bodegas de Snem
- C 40
- Camaronera ISLA BONITA
- CAMPAMENTO-CHINA
- Casa Campestre Lopez Vera
- Casa del profe Durán
- Casa Jose
- Casa Santiago
- Cervecería Nacional S.A.
- chongon
- Cipte
- CM11 ESMERALDAS
- C N E
- Coleg. Mazarello
- Complejo El bosque
- Corsecsa
- Difare
- Dr. Alfonso Morante
- Eco Aldea Isla Santay
- Eco Refri
- El bosque de la china
- EMDIQUIN
- EPA EP Lago Chongón
- Esteromar
- Explanada "El Dorado"
- FAMILIA NAVARRO ZAMORA
- Familia Santacruz Yunga
- familia tamay camacho
- Finca Ananda
- Hacienda Wresa
- HONG KONG
- Hotel Acacias
- Iniap Boliche
- Janira's House
- jj
- Jonathan GAVIDIA
- LOCAL DE EVENTOS RODEO RANCH
- Na
- Paintball Match
- Pamela Rivera
- Parking Hostal Macaw (informal campground)
- Pepe's House Guayaquil
- Planta bulu bulu (arenero)
- Quinta - El Roble
- Semamsa s.a.
- Telconet
- Vivia yo
Parks in Southern Pacific Coast & Lowlands
- Bosque Petrificado Puyango
- Bosque Protector Jatumpamba-Jorupe
- Bosque Protector Río Arenillas Presa Tahuín
- Jocotoco - Esmeraldas
- Parque Nacional Machalilla
- Refugio de Vida Silvestre Isla Santa Clara
- Refugio de Vida Silvestre Manglares El Morro
- Refugio de Vida Silvestre y Marino Costera Pacoche
- Reserva Buenaventura
- Reserva de Producción de Fauna Puntilla de Santa Elena
- Reserva Ecológica Arenillas
- Reserva Ecológica Comunal Loma Alta
- Reserva Ecológica Manglares Churute
- RESERVA NATURAL CAZADEROS
- Reserva Natural Laipuna