Situated high up in the Andes, Ecuador’s capital is a laid back...
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A small South American gem with humbling highlands.
A small South American gem with humbling highlands.
One of the most beautiful under-the-radar destinations in the world, Ecuador is home to the magnificent Andes mountains.
Amazonian rainforests, grand colonial cities and the enigmatic Galapagos Islands, the world’s most biodiverse archipelago.
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Regions To Visit In Ecuador
This volcanic archipelago situated some 600 miles off Ecuador's Pacific Coast, is...
This quiet, unassuming village north of the capital is set amidst vast...
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Galápagos Adventure: Snorkelling & Sea Lions
Beginning and ending in Quito, this trip encompasses a comprehensive tour of the spectacular Galapagos islands.
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THINGS TO DO IN ECUADOR
Quito’s historic quarter is one of the best preserved in South America, a UNESCO World Heritage Site...
Canyoning involves traversing canyons, ravines and waterfalls, through walking, climbing and abseili...
The waters surrounding the Galapagos islands are a haven of life, home to sea lions, golden rays, ha...
Situated around 50km South of the capital, the active, Cotopaxi volcano is one of the highest in the...
An incredible and daring feat of early 20th century engineering has made one spectacular train journ...
Otavalo Market, or Plaza de los Ponchos as it is known locally, is one of the largest outdoor market...
Faq?
There are no direct flights to Ecuador from the UK, but you can change in Amsterdam or Madrid, or a number of US cities including, Miami, Houston and Atlanta.
Late may till November is the driest period on the coast, whilst the highlands are more consistent for most of the year, with generally warm dry days and cold nights, apart from December-March which is slightly wetter. For the Galapagos islands the driest and warmest period is b/w December & May.
It’s possible to visit Quito and the Galapagos in 7 days, though if you want to see more of the country we recommend a minimum of 10.
UK citizens travelling for leisure do not require a visa to enter Ecuador and may remain in the country for 90 days.
Ecuador Essentials
Skyscanner
- Compare airlines flights to Ecuador using Skyscanner. You can fly internationally into Quito.
World Nomads
- World Nomads offer simple and flexible travel insurance, designed by travellers for travellers.
Booking.com
- For you to find the best accommodation around Ecuador providing hotels for all budgets.
