At the southern end of the 1.5 mile Malecón 2000 is this elevated boardwalk connecting Olmedo Square with the Crystal Palace. This section of the city’s famous promenade is the least visited by tourists. This provides the tranquility to enjoy the view of Isla Santay across the Guayas River. The sparsely populated, 5.4 acre island has been a National Protected Area since 2010. The recreational area is only reachable by boat or a half-mile footbridge located nearby. The park has groomed trails to view the native birds and animals including a dozen crocodiles. Admission is free.
