Montañita
Montañita | |
|---|---|
Town | |
 Montanita Beach | |
| Country |  Ecuador |
| Province | Santa Elena |
| Canton | Santa Elena |
| Parishes | List of urban parishes |
| Population | |
| • Total | 1,000 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (ECT) |
[1]Montañita is a small coastal town located in the province of Santa Elena about 180 kilometers northwest of Guayaquil.[2] Translated as “little hill”, it became famous very slowly, decades ago, as a place only for surfing, with only a few rustic fishermen houses and one or two surfers tent on summer time.[3] Today Montañita is a multicultural beach, with tourists from all over the world.[3]
Climate
Montanita's climate is consistent with that of a tropical, coastal city. Its average temperature is 28°C (82°F), and it undergoes a rainy season from December to May. However, rainfall is low and typically in the evening and overnight.[4] Water temperatures range from 13-20°C (56-68°F).[5]
Economy
Montañita's economy is based in tourism, mainly with respect to food service, surfing, and craft sales.[6] High season for tourism peaks in January and hits its low in June. Surfing is a major draw for tourists. Strong, consistent waves and good tubes make it a great place for accomplished surfers and challenging for newer surfers. Montañita is an increasingly popular destination on the international surfing circuit.[5] In the summer months wave heights range from 0.3 to 1 meter. In the late fall and winter waves can be as large as 1.5 meters. On occasion, from January to March, waves as large as 2 meters can be seen. Each February during Carnival, Montañita hosts an international surfing competition. [5] Other water sports that draw tourists and locals to Montañita include bodyboarding, scuba diving, water skiing and windsurfing.
References
- ^ "Montanita Guide". infoMontanita.com. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^ "Montanita Area Road Map: Useful Information". Montanita Area Road Map.
- ^ a b "What is Montanita?". Montanita.com. Retrieved 2009-07-10. [dead link]
- ^ "Montanita: Useful Information". Helpful Information about Montañita.
- ^ a b c "Montañita, South America's surfing mecca". ecuadors.org. Retrieved 2009-07-10.
- ^ Martillo, Jorge (2009-02-01). "Montañita. En la Ruta de Artesanos y Mochileros". El Universo. Retrieved 2009-06-30.
Links
- Montanita Montanita Ecuador Hotel Guide
- Hostal Sole Mare Beautiful Hostal in front of the beach with an amazing view