Major city · Ecuador
Salinas
Spend 1–2 days in Salinas: beach, surf and seafood, with optional water‑park or whale‑watching (June–Oct), then return to Guayaquil.
Salinas is a small coastal town about 124 km from Guayaquil. Its main draw is the beach and surf at Punta Carnero, plus Aqua Adventure water park and seasonal whale‑watching. A night‑time stay lets you enjoy the nightlife and fresh seafood without a long travel‑time commitment.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–May (peak tourist season, busy weekends)
- avoid none
- Airport
- SNC
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the fir…
- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Ecuador ↗Check entry rules for your passport with Ecuador's Ministry of Foreign Affairs or an Ecuadorian consulate.
- Ecuador ↗The Galápagos has its own entry controls: a transit control card bought at the airport before departure, a national park entrance fee, and inspections for food and plants. Check official Galápagos rules before booking.
- Ecuador ↗Several coastal provinces (including Guayas, where Guayaquil is) are under official warnings and periodic states of emergency; read your government's advice before routing through them.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Salinas911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Salinas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).Ecuador-wide
- SIM or eSIMClaro and Movistar (plus CNT) sell prepaid SIMs in malls and shops with a passport; Claro has the widest coverage.Ecuador-wide
- Tap waterNot safe from the tap in most places (Quito and Cuenca's water is treated but pipes vary); drink bottled or filtered.Ecuador-wide
- TippingRestaurants: 10% service often included; add a little for good service.Ecuador-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Ecuador-wide
- SafetyTourist crime has risen; avoid walking alone after dark and keep valuables hidden.
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- RestroomsPut paper in the bin, not the bowl; bus terminal toilets charge a few cents.Ecuador-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close Mondays; national strikes can shut roads for days.Ecuador-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportSNC General Ulpiano Paez Airport (No scheduled commercial flights (TAME ceased service).).
- Getting aroundRent a car in Guayaquil (≈ USD 25 / day, any licence accepted) and drive the Ruta del Sol…
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–3
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))$10–12
- Museum or sight ticketAqua Adventure water‑park entry$12–15
A day, not counting the bed: Budget $25–35 · Mid $45–60 · High $70–90
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SNC General Ulpiano Paez Airport (No scheduled commercial flights (TAME ceased service).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Apr
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Nov
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Dec–May. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (4 rain days), driest Mar (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Salinas: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Mar
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Apr
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
2 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
2 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
3 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
4 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Oct
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
3 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Rent a car in Guayaquil (≈ USD 25 / day, any licence accepted) and drive the Ruta del Sol; buses run to Guayaquil (≈ USD 3.25) and north to Manta (≈ 6 h).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Guayaquil
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h
Bus from Salinas, about 2 h, 124 km (77 mi)Bus from Salinas, about 2 h, 77 mi (124 km)
Main gateway for flights and larger hotels.
Manta (Ruta del Sol)
cautionDoor to door: ≈ 6 h
Bus north, about 6 h
Long day; consider overnight if you want to explore.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Caravel Hotel
Budget option, basic room, Wi‑Fi at reception.
Hotel Mediterraneo
Mid‑range, comfortable, near beach.
Barcelo Colon Miramar
Higher‑end, splurge choice.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $25–35 excl. bed
- Mid
- $45–60 excl. bed
- High
- $70–90 excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–3 |
| Seafood plate (ceviche, arroz marinero) | $8–12 |
| Taxi (5 km) | $10–12 |
| Car rental per day | $25 |
| Aqua Adventure water‑park entry | $12–15 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Motorcycle‑theft scams target tourists; keep valuables out of sight.
- Sun is strong; use SPF 50 sunscreen.
- Surf at La Chocolatera is for experienced surfers only (low tide, strong waves).
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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A esta dirección, por favorTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in Guayaquil (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bus Salinas → Guayaquil: ≈ USD 3.25, 2 h (check)
- Car rental per day: ≈ USD 25, any licence (check)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis-KOOL-peh)
- Gracias — Thank you (GRAH-syahs)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is this? (KWAHN-toh KWEHS-tah)
- ¿Dónde está la playa? — Where is the beach? (DON-deh ehs-TAH lah PLAH-yah)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Salinas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–May (peak tourist season, busy weekends) · avoid none · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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