Activities

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Hotel room with two beds, brick walls, desk, TV, and decorative plants.

EXPLORE THE SURROUNDINGS

Canoa & the Ecuadorian Coast

Just steps from the Cocoa Beachfront Inn, the Pacific Ocean awaits with waves, marine life, and lush nature. Canoa is one of Ecuador's most authentic surf destinations—and there's much more to discover inland.


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Surf & Kitesurf in a Canoa

Canoa has waves year-round with a sandy bottom, ideal for all levels. Lessons with local instructors and equipment rental are available on the beach. For those who prefer the air, paragliding over the cliffs offers unparalleled views of the 17km of coastline.

Small tropical island in turquoise water, under a blue sky with clouds. Boat docked near shore.

Humpback Whale Watching

Between June and November, Canoa is one of the humpback whale watching spots on the Manabí coast. These giants travel thousands of kilometers from Antarctica to the warm Ecuadorian waters to mate and give birth—a spectacle that is never forgotten.

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Manabí gastronomy

Shrimp ceviche, encebollado, seco de pescado, and patacones with fresh seafood of the day—Manabí cuisine is an essential part of the Canoa experience. The best local restaurants are steps from the inn, right on the sand.