What to See

Ecuador is truly a place of beauty and of diverse landscapes — offering a wide selection of travel options that include epic volcano treks, wildlife-rich island hopping tours and mysterious jungle adventures. From the Andean Highlands to the Galapagos Islands, this small country is packed full of experiences that are hard to pass up. Learn more about the top five things to do in Ecuador below!

TRAVEL IN STYLE TO THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

View the flora, fauna and wildlife of this unique and historical site on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Galapagos Islands!

VISIT THE ANDEAN HIGHLANDS

Travel throughout the colorful and welcoming indigenous villages that house generations of native Ecuadorian people. Visit authentic markets, view active volcanic peaks and discover the natural beauty of the land on a custom tour throughout the Highlands!

TOUR THE ECUADORIAN AMAZON

Venture deep into the heart of the largest existing rainforest on this planet to view native flora, fauna and wildlife on a customized tour in the Ecuadorian Amazon!

HIKE THROUGH THE CLOUD FORESTS

Be one with nature while visiting one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the Northern Hemisphere — the Mashpi Reserve! Located on the western slopes of the Andes, this three-thousand acre reserve is home to a comfortable lodge that acts as the perfect homebase for nature lovers!

QUILOTOA LOOP TREKKING TOUR

Truly experience nature in all of its spectacular glory on this five-day hiking trek through one of South America’s most scenic routes: The Quilotoa Loop.

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Ecuador Mainland & Galapagos Combined

Andean Discovery's Quito and Galapagos Cruises allow you to explore Quito, a jewel in the Andes and World Heritage site, before boarding one of our favorite vessels for the wildlife experience of

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Tours of the Ecuadorian Amazon

Explore one of the most biodiverse regions on the planet. A stay at a wildlife lodge allows you unparalleled opportunities to observe and photograph tropical wildlife. Communities and rivers in t

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Galapagos Land Based Tours

Galapagos Land Tours are a great alternative to cruises, allowing you more flexibility to enjoy a variety of activities, such as ocean kayaking, snorkeling, and relaxing on the beach.

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Andean Highlands of Ecuador Tours

Experience the best of the Andes mountains. Cruise down the Avenue of the Volcanoes, explore active crater lakes, bargain at indian markets, and stay in historic haciendas.

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