Mompiche Beach, Esmeraldas

Hi Everyone,

Xavi and I took a weekend trip to a beautiful and quiet beach in February called Mompiche in the province of Esmeraldas. Previously a quiet fishing village, Mompiche has recently gained recognition as a great surfing and tourist spot. It is still very quiet and laid back compared to many of the other party beaches along the Ecuadorian coast.

We stayed in a neat hostel that has camping ares, shared rooms and private rooms.  The hostel is decorated with murals and they have a small outdoor cocktail bar and fire pit.

This was our view from the hotel window.... (breathtaking!)

We went for a bike ride on the beautiful beaches around Mompiche, it was so picturesque!

 

Our friends, Jaime and Gisela joined as well, they lent us the bikes, thanks Caveman Adventures! 

 

 

 

We stopped at a beach-side community and ate delicious fish and ceviche made in the home of a woman in the community. This little girl was curious about the newcomers:

I highly recommend the Ecuadorian coast, hidden treasures like Mompiche are so beautiful and not yet crowded by tourists.

Love,
Aliana