Montanita is known for its magnificent unspoiled beaches, world-class surfing and both island and mountain natural reserves. A
hidden treasure that did not even appear on the maps just a few years
ago, the combination of perfect waves, golden sand and tropical
vegetation have slowly developed its reputation as a tropical paradise.
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- Montañita started as a beautiful beach with a few rustic houses of
native fishermen and some surfers in tents.
- Over time it's grown to
include vacation homes, hotels, rustic restaurants, bars and open air
cafès, created by people seeking to escape the frantic life-style of
Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and main seaport.
- Montañita has its
share of foreigners who fell in love with the place and settled down;
including Argentinians, Americans, Australians, Canadians, Germans,
Jamaicans, and Russians as well as people from all over Europe.
