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Machalilla National Park protects a varied section of Ecuador’s Manabí coast. Its official visitor material brings together terrestrial, island and marine environments, making the park more than a single beach or offshore excursion.
Los Frailes and Isla de la Plata are two distinct parts of that wider protected landscape. Which areas can be visited depends on the itinerary, local access arrangements and, for marine outings, conditions on the day.
Machalilla National Park is located in Ecuador’s province of Manabí.
The protected area includes terrestrial, island and marine environments.
Los Frailes is part of the national park.
Isla de la Plata is an island area within the park.
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