Corsecsa - Isla Santay
For a truly unique immersion, we recommend Corsecsa on Isla Santay, off Ecuador
- Location
- Isla Santay, Southern Pacific Coast & Lowlands, Ecuador, Central & South America
- Coordinates
- -2.169988, -79.912140
- Activities
- camp
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes camping at Corsecsa on Isla Santay so different from a typical safari?
Forget dusty plains and big game drives. Corsecsa offers a truly unique immersion into a coastal mangrove ecosystem. We love the quiet thrill of paddling through the waterways at dawn, spotting wading birds and the occasional monkey, a world away from the usual safari rhythm.
When is the best time of year to experience Corsecsa and Isla Santay?
We find the dry season, from June to December, offers the most pleasant conditions for exploring Isla Santay. The humidity is lower, making daytime activities more comfortable, and the wildlife tends to congregate closer to water sources, enhancing your viewing opportunities.
What kind of wildlife can we realistically expect to see during our stay at Corsecsa?
While you won't find lions or elephants here, Isla Santay is a haven for birdlife. We've spotted numerous species of herons, egrets, and kingfishers, plus the endemic mangrove finch. Keep an eye out for capybaras and various monkey species too, especially during quieter parts of the day.
Is camping at Corsecsa safe and what should we pack for this unique environment?
Isla Santay is remarkably safe and peaceful, and Corsecsa takes excellent care of its guests. We recommend packing lightweight, quick-drying clothing, insect repellent, a good hat, and reef-safe sunscreen. A waterproof bag for your electronics is also a smart idea for any boat excursions.
Beyond camping, what other activities does Corsecsa offer for a deeper exploration of Isla Santay?
While camping is the core experience, we highly recommend guided kayak tours through the mangrove channels. It's the best way to access hidden corners of the island and truly appreciate the delicate ecosystem. The lodge also offers guided nature walks, providing fascinating insights into the local flora and fauna.
Other Safari Lodges in Isla Santay
- 67795
- Albergue Polinal
- Bodegas de Snem
- C 40
- Camaronera ISLA BONITA
- CAMPAMENTO-CHINA
- Campamento Limbomar
- 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
- 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