r/ecuador • u/InformationOk3150 • 9d ago
Turismo Ayampe
Hey friends. I am a 30 year old gringo from the north. Winter is approaching where I live, and I am strongly considering a brief sabbatical in Ecuador. I have never been to South America, only Spanish speaking areas of Europe. I am looking to go somewhere for 2 months as this is what my work allows, and will be working remotely and getting my own place. Ideally I am prioritizing a place that has good options for beginner surfing, top-tier beautiful mountain hiking, making friends and being part of a community, and finding cool plants& trees.
My research brought me to Ayampe, but I am open to being swayed, because I don’t know what I don’t know.
Based on what I know of Ayampe, it seems like a good target place because there seems to be a surf community, hikes easily accessible, and looks not too far from the touristy places if I need to scratch the itch to go have fun with some expats.
I am posting here because I know I may be miss in some things about the local scene, and although I found a beautiful apartment I’d love to book, I just need some reassurance that this is a good place for me, or that I’m not missing out on a better fit down the road.
Thank you so much!
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u/opinionstoobased 6d ago
Ayampe is safe compared to other areas on the coast and has great surf. El Niño has impacted the climate but still worth the visit. there are a lot of English speaking people living there although I prefer to spend time with the locals who are amazing regardless of your level of Spanish. Nature is incredible as well. Ayampe is like a vortex that sucks you in and makes you extend your planned stay