Los Frailes beach and coastal cliffs in Machalilla National Park, Ecuador

Machalilla National Park

Mainland, island and marine environments on Ecuador’s Manabí coast

Information about Machalilla National Park

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.

Interesting facts about Machalilla National Park

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.

Pictures of Machalilla National Park

Los Frailes beach and coastal cliffs in Machalilla National Park, Ecuador
Brown pelican flying above the sea at Isla de la Plata in Machalilla National Park

Where is Machalilla National Park

Map of Machalilla National Park

Our trips to Machalilla National Park