Isla de la Plata Travel Guide
Travel to Isla de la Plata - Silver Island
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Renowned for its abundant and exotic wildlife, exquisite unspoiled beaches with crystal-clear waters, and rich historical past, Isla de la Plata offers fantastic opportunities for curious travellers.
Isla de la Plata, or Silver Island in English, is situated 30 kilometres off the southwestern mainland and is part of the Ecuador's Machalilla National Park. Its name is derived from Sir Francis Drake and his suppossedly buried silver treasure there. This island was for a long time in private hands but was bought by the state in 1979 and turned into a national park. The island supports a dry tropical scrub vegetation and is an important nesting site for sea birds.
Attractions in Isla de la Plata
Resident and migratory birds in the island include the blue-footed and masked boobies, frigate birds, pelicans, and giant albatross. Sea lions and whales are also common in the area.
Travellers can also visit a local museum or archaeological site to observe artifacts from ancient indigenous peoples.
Activities in Isla de la Plata
They include swimming, diving, birdwatching, walking trails, whales watching, snorkeling, scuba diving, horse riding, bicycling, and kayaking.
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