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Ecuador

Ecuador is for those with an adventurous spirit. Only in Ecuador can you stand at the center of the earth and witness unique science experiments, meet with enchanting shamans who demonstrate traditional rain forest medicines, or encounter wildlife found nowhere else on earth other than in the Galápagos.  

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Highlights

  • Travel back in time while visiting the Galapagos Islands; a chain of islands formed millions of years ago from volcanic eruptions. The landscapes and wildlife in this pristine place are unlike anywhere else in the world, and well worth the price and journey. Dive with the whale sharks, swim with sea lions, and marvel at bright blue waters against volcanic mountains.

  • Take a guided climbing tour of the Chimborazo Volcano; a gigantic, ice-capped strato-volcano the Andes.

  • Journey to Cotopaxi National Park to see remarkable volcanic views from the Limpiopungo Lagoon. Hike 16,000 feet above sea level to the Jose Ribas Shelter to surround yourself in breathtaking views.

  • Travel to El Cajas National Park to explore evergreen cloud forests, lakes, lagoons, waterfalls and fascinating animals such as large hummingbirds, wild llamas, and more.

  • Experience city life in charming Cuenca; with cobblestone streets, traditional cathedrals, colonial style architecture, and beautiful rivers. Stop at the New Cathedral of Cuenca, with blue and white glazed tile domes, stained-glass windows created by Spanish artists, and a gorgeous gold altar.

  • Mix it up with a visit to Montañita; a coastal village known for stunning beaches, strong surf breaks, and a relaxed, bohemian atmosphere. This is the ultimate beach town, with restaurants, bars, hotels, boutiques, and activities such as yoga, scuba diving, surfing, and parasailing.

  • Mellow out in Manabí. This picture-perfect province is home to beautiful beaches and charming fishing villages. Explore Machalilla National Park to see rich vegetation, marine birds, and humpback whales.

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Good to Know

  • Ecuador is the largest exporter of fine cacao beans

  • If you experience altitude sickness while in Ecuador, coca leaves help to alleviate

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