Guayaquil Tours
Private Guayaquil City Tour
4.5

Private Guayaquil City Tour

By BM Tours
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Ages 3-90
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, English, French, Spanish
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Written guide
Print or digital reading material such as a guide, map, brochure, etc.
: German, English, French, Spanish
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  • Local taxes
  • All activities
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off ( in hotels within the urban perimeter
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • The guide will ask for you at the lobby of the hotel in order to make the pick up
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30440P1

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult
        • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30440P1

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        • BM Tours
          117
          Guayaquil, Ecuador
          Joined in June 2011
        • Relax24739842856
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Stay away - Ferry tickets Galapagos
          We bought ferry tickets on Galapagos through bm to secure a place on the ferry for the specific day and time. Nevertheless, we experienced not being listed on the lists for the ferry, and that it was rather luck that there were a few free places left. When we called for help we got no answer. These tickets only created stress and problems. They have also not answered our request afterwards. Stay away, and instead buy directly from the ferry companies. It is both cheaper and easier.
          Written July 16, 2024
        • 201joycep
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A must do dor those who care about the environment
          This tour is a MUST DO if you care about ecology amd want to know more about plants, insects, and animals in Ecuador and how they create a sustainable biosphere. Our guide and teacher, Eddie, brings incredible knowledge and passion about Ecuadorian ecology to life. I learned more about symbiosis, even in my own country, than all the botany courses had taught me.
          Written August 28, 2023
        • 584rochelles
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Ecuador has so much to offer
          Our tour guide was the best, thank you Jaime, for an amazing day! We learn so much about Ecuador and all it has to offer.
          Written August 7, 2023
        • lisaprn1
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Just go on this trip. You will enjoy yourself. !!
          This was an amazing trip. My friend and I had such a great time. The canoe ride on the river, then off to the forest and see howler monkey's and the cacao farm was just great!!. Lunch was wonderful. All the guides were the best and were so knowledgeable. And wonderful to be with for the day. Do not miss this trip. Lisa RN.
          Written August 4, 2023
        • geraldj462
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          History lesson, with exercise
          Historical and cultural tour walking tour, with a little stair climb at the end. My guide Tony, picked me up on time and was so professional. He was loaded with so much information and good travel tips. Saw so many interesting landmarks, it was fantastic. Thank you Antonio and BM Tours. Recommend
          Written May 5, 2023
        • geraldj462
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          First class tour
          Fantastic day trip out of the city. Jaime was such a professional and interesting guide. Everything perfect, pickup up on time, and we hit all the high points. Lunch at the end, with local dishes was a nice touch. Thank you Jaime and BM Tours.
          Written May 3, 2023
        • jodia195
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing day!
          James was an exceptional guide! The farm was beautiful and we learned so much about the chocolate making process. The lunch served at the "castle" was amazing! I highly recommend this experience!
          Written March 20, 2023
        • JDMCo
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A Fantastic Day Tour Around Guayaquil, Ecuador
          A wonderful way to learn about and explore Ecuador/Guayaquil. Our guides were knowledgeable, friendly and infinitely patient with our group of 7. Our tour covered the dry jungle where we saw howler monkeys (and dodged mosquitos in our mosquito nets and DEET), mangroves (on a long, canoe-like boat) where we saw a multitude of bird and other wildlife, and a visit to a working Cocoa farm/ranch where we learned all about growing, refining and finishing chocolate. The lunch served at the Cocoa farm was fantastic local fare, including a ceviche to die for! Highly recommended.
          Written March 4, 2023
        • Matthew W
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing tour!!! Jaime is the best!
          Jaime was an incredible guide and he took extra time when we had questions. This was our first tour in ecuador and he really made it special! The cacao farm was amazing and we got to try fresh chocolate with raw sugar and it is my new favorite way to eat it! Thank you for an amazing tour!
          Written February 16, 2023
        • jchaslip
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An enjoyable experience.
          The staff was very accommodating and helpful. They were very concerned about our safety. The lunch was decent and plentiful. The tour operator included snorkeling equipment and wetsuits which many of the other agencies charge extra for. Our only complaint was the office was closed when we went back to return our equipment?. Still would recommend and be sure to pack your sunscreen.
          Written February 13, 2023
        • zimdar
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great visit
          My wife and I joined Jaime Bolaños for a trip from our hotel in Guayaquil to the farm. Jaime was quite informational about Ecuador and the surrounding area on the trip out there. Once we got to the farm, we saw cacao plants and how to extract the cocoa beans went through the whole process of eventually making our own chocolate bars. We then had a delightful lunch on site. The whole adventure was a wonderful day. Jaime Bolaños made it much more enjoyable with his discussion going and coming. I recommend that Jaime. Ask for Jaime to take you.
          Written February 10, 2023
        • Laura M
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Highly recommend!
          Wonderful experience! Hymie, our tour guide, was outstanding and made us feel safe and well cared for in our first venture to Guayaquil. Our river/forest guide Carlos did a great job spotting wildlife. Hacienda Cacao Y Mango was delightful and so enjoyed Jamal our guide, the delicious lunch and the emersion chocolate experience. Have already raved about the tour and recommended to friends. Would have liked more detailed info about the tour upfront but so glad we went.
          Written January 27, 2023
        • Christacb
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Would go Again!
          The meal provided was local and delicious. During COVID the family learned how to make recipes and new uses for their chocolate. They’ve done an incredible job and it was so fun seeing all the beautiful plants and learning about cacao and chocolate making.
          Written December 8, 2022
        • robbR7950WE
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent
          We saw numerous birds on the river and then a family of howler monkeys in the jungle. The visit to the Cocoa farm was great and informative and Jamie was and excellent guide.
          Written December 5, 2022
        • Voyage78763
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Relaxed good times on after a week of touring
          The people, the places, the food, the day. All was great. Only hitch was communication on pickup. We thought it was an hour later than tour thought. Uh oh we almost missed out
          Written November 13, 2022
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        Berries1
        447 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Francisco was our tour guide and he did a fabulous job answering a barrage of questions about Guayaquil and Ecuador. He made the tour around what you already knew about, my wife and I had been on a tour the previous day and he skipped the redundant places.
        Written December 30, 2017
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        marian r
        United States9 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2019
        Christopher escorted us around the city. He was well informed about the history and culture. He was energetic and caring and well spoken. He has a passion for the city and the country and it rubbed off on us. This was our first visit to South America and it was a great introduction. He showed us the historic sites, explained the history, showed us shopping and eating locations, discussed the safe and unsafe areas of the city and just had a passion for the country and it's beauty and culture.
        Written August 11, 2019
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        Hello Marian, Thank you for your comments. Christopher is an excellent tour guide and we are very passionate about show our home to the visitors giving you the best experience in your trip. We are very glad you have enjoyed this city tour and hope to see you again!
        Written October 3, 2019
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        jcarlisle2018
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        Guide was very knowledgable and passionate about his City. Great climbing the 444 steps. Iguana park, city hall and the cathedral were defiiate highlights.
        Written March 10, 2020
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        NORMALLYHERE
        Bethel, CT79 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2019 • Couples
        The warmest of days, in both senses of the word. Jaime Bolanos picked us up right on time, his vehicle spotlessly clean. What followed was, in our opinion, among the best city tours we have taken anywhere. Jaime was truly interested in immersing us is the Guayaquil of OUR interests. With a laid back and informative manner, his knowledge of the history, emergence, and future of this Ecuadorian city flowed as he deftly drove us around town. His friendly manner and optimism painted Guayaquil with a warm and hopeful brush, and we spent the day absorbing all of its colors. He even helped one of us face his vertigo with a spin around Malecon's wheel. Thank you Jaime, for infecting your happiness into our one-time visit to Ecuador
        Written March 30, 2019
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        MGB23
        Radlett, UK27 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Sep 2022
        Eddie is an great guide, so enthusiastic to share everything about Guayaquil, the modern, historical, must-see sights and other insights about life in Guayaquil and Ecuador . Highly recommended.
        Written September 17, 2022
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        Suzy M
        Gainesville, FL36 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2019
        Francisco gave an excellent tour of Guayaquil with opportunities to walk around and see places. He shared history and anecdotes to give an in-depth tour. Adrien was the driver who also had interesting info to share. We got great restaurant recommendations from them.
        Written November 30, 2019
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        Brian H
        59 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Guide met us at our resort on time. His vehicle was immaculate & his English excellent. Everything went well, saw city sites in a practical fashion. Ended with historical residential area restored (approx 442 steps involved) & was able to complete on foot back to our resort. Excellent all round.
        Written June 6, 2019
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        Mark B
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2018
        Our visit included the Philadelphia coffee plantation which was an interesting tour with a fabulous meal. We enjoyed visiting the colonial city of Antigua and purchasing local handicrafts
        Written November 6, 2018
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