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Currency
United States Dollar (USD)
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Language
Spanish
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Time Zone
ECT (UTC-5)
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Best Time to Visit
January, during the Southern Hemisphere summer, when weather is warmest and seas are calmest for Pacific voyages.
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Typical Duration
62-76 nights
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Price Range
From $4,079 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
Yes
Gateway to Ecuador's Pacific coast and a departure point for luxury cruises exploring South America and the South Pacific, including iconic destinations like Easter Island and Tahiti.
Cruises that visit Machala
Build Your Day in Machala
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 5:00 PM
Usually about 9 hours ashore
Getting around:
Machala Paseo Shopping Mall
Nice mall, not too many attractive businesses though
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Zoila Ugarte Park
Food and scenery everywhere at night
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM Thu
Gran Piazza Machala
Nice place, a lot of choice.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Supercines
Your standard movie theater, although only the IMAX screen is big enough
Oro Verde Machala Hotel
The food and drink are great, as well as the common areas.
Mi Comisariato Machala
Super market with almost all you need.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Picapiedra Park
Centenary Park
Parque Juan Montalvo
Skuisyto Cocteles
We had a great time with our friends.
Urbano de Machala Park
All natural excelent
🕐 Closed · Opens 6:30 AM Thu
La Olla Criolla
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Parque De La Madre
Monument "The AGUADOR"
Taipá "Alta Cocina Peruana" Machala
From the good food to the service.
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
Rosso Pastas & Vinos
The food and service is really good!
Oro Plaza Shopping Center
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Madre Park
Restaurant Fast Grill
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
Fizz Lounge-Bar
Dine-in
Parque Central Machala
🕐 Open 24 hours
Machala Ecuador Central Park
A nice park in the center of the city.
Machala
Recuerdos Parrillada
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM Thu
Machala Cathedral
Nice cathedral with picturesque Park in its front
Parque Diego Minuche
You may sit down and relax or finish your favorite ice-cream.
Restaurante AL BRUJO
We had a great time with friends and good food there.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10:30 AM Thu
Bramdi | Restaurante Machala
highly recommend!
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Camino del Sol
Nice place to have a drinks, snack and socialize.
Plaza Shopping Mall of the Americas
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Leone Ristorante Pizzeria
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 4 PM Thu
Sports Planet Machala
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 12:30 PM Thu
Amaruzz Café
Facilities are stunning, a very original menu, and excellent prices.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
THE ROOFTOP SKY GRILL
Dine-in·Takeout
🕐 Closes soon · 11:30 PM
COSTANERA GASTRONOMIA PERUANA
Dine-in·Drive-through·Delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
CASA CUBA
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
Resto Bar 3011
Dine-in·Drive-through·Delivery
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
The House Of Rock
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Cóctel con Piernas
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Plaza | Machala Amor y Esperanza |
La Junta
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Kamelot Cafe Rock
Dine-in
Paseo Nuestra Señora de La Merced
A modist but very nice church.
Buganvila
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Machala Shops
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Machala
Machala serves as a port of call along Ecuador's Pacific coast, offering cruise passengers a taste of this vibrant coastal region. While Seabourn is currently the primary cruise line calling here, Machala attracts adventurous travelers seeking longer voyages, particularly the popular 62-night itineraries that venture across the Pacific to destinations like Tahiti, Easter Island, and beyond. The port sees peak activity during January, making it an ideal time for those planning extended ocean journeys with a South American departure point.
Stepping ashore in Machala, you'll discover a genuine working port town with authentic local character. The nearby city of Guayaquil, often included on cruise itineraries from this region, offers cultural attractions and colonial architecture, while the surrounding coastal landscape provides glimpses into Ecuador's natural beauty. Whether you're embarking on an epic transpacific voyage or simply exploring this lesser-known corner of South America, Machala offers a refreshingly off-the-beaten-path cruise experience.
Stepping ashore in Machala, you'll discover a genuine working port town with authentic local character. The nearby city of Guayaquil, often included on cruise itineraries from this region, offers cultural attractions and colonial architecture, while the surrounding coastal landscape provides glimpses into Ecuador's natural beauty. Whether you're embarking on an epic transpacific voyage or simply exploring this lesser-known corner of South America, Machala offers a refreshingly off-the-beaten-path cruise experience.
Cruise Lines at Machala
- Seabourn (5 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Machala
Cruises Visiting Machala
Ship Schedule at Machala
Machala Location
Other Cruise Ports in Ecuador
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Machala known for?
Machala is famed as the Capital of the Banana, with nearby sanctuaries and beaches.
When is the World Banana Fair held in Machala?
The World Banana Fair takes place in the third week of September.
How can I visit Machala Port?
Machala Port is in Ecuador; access via regional transport and local roads.
What wildlife might I see near Machala?
Expect pelicans, frigatebirds, egrets, blue-footed boobies, and occasional whales or dolphins offshore.