Ecuador

Ecuador tailor made holidays

Ecuador is one of the countries with the highest biological diversity in the world. While most people are familiar with the popular Galapagos Islands and may be the capital Quito, you will also find La Sierra, which is the Andean region of the country. Along the avenue of volcanoes, you will be able to see Ecuador’s most incredible landscapes.

We can organise your tailor made holiday to Ecuador from North to South including stays in the volcanic Archipelago of the Galapagos Islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Daily flights operate from London to Quito with Iberia via Madrid, Air France via Paris or KLM via Amsterdam.

Best places to explore, Galapagos Islands

• Sierra Negra at Isabela Island. The most magnificent landscapes you can appreciate in your whole life.
• Lava Tunnels Snorkel where you can be part of the Earth´s formation.
• Tortuga Bay would be the calmest white sand beach you have ever been.
• Kicker Rock, a special place for snorkeling or scuba diving.

Best places to explore, Ecuador mainland

• Sacha Warmi Kuna Project.
• Mindo Cloudforest.
• Mandari Panga Yasuni Jungle Expeditions.
• Typical Haciendas of the Andean Region.
• Discover Ecuador’s Ancient Inca Ruins at Ingapirca Archaeological site.
• Hike to one of Ecuador’s Spectacular Crater Lakes at Quilotoa Crater.
• Take a cruise on an arm of the Amazon River.
• Stretch Yourself Across the Equator Line.

Good to Know

Best time to visit Ecuador

The temperatures in Ecuador don’t change much throughout the year, so the seasons of spring, summer, winter, and fall pass unnoticed. Rainy season must be taken into consideration though.

Ecuador experiences a wet and dry season each year, though the timeframe of each varies by region. Throughout the highlands October through May tends to be wetter than the months of June through September. January through April are often rainier and warmer on the coast while the months of April through November are when you’ll find the most rain near the Amazon.

Ecuador sits directly on the equator which means the entire country enjoys 12 hours of direct equatorial daylight 365 days a year. However, climate will vary depending whether you visit the mountains, the Pacific Coast, Galapagos Islands or the rainforest in the Eastern part of Ecuador.

If you are planning to visit Quito, Cuenca or the Andes then June to September will be your best time to travel. These months are considered winter in South America, perfect time to explore Otavalo market, trek the Quilotoa loop or just hang out with the llamas at the Ingapirca archaeological site.

Temperatures can vary a lot from morning to evenings and with altitude but June to September months are best for verdant season and highlands full of life. To avoid high prices and restricted availability it is always best to book early.

Best value for money months are considered to be October and November, also to visit the Amazon. You can expect rain in this part of Ecuador all year round but during October and November months, there’s always less rain so it is a bit of dry season and ideal to spot wildlife.

For visiting Galapagos Islands, we recommend December to May months. One can expect warm sunny days with a few short storms in the afternoons.

Top things to see & do while visiting Ecuador

• Seek Wildlife Encounters in the Galapagos Islands.
• Climb the highest active Volcano in the world.
• Explore Ecuador’s UNESCO-listed Historic Centers: Quito & Cuenca.
• Eat Delicious Local Ecuadorian Cuisine throughout the Country.
• Share with local communities.
• Relax among Ecuador’s Best Pacific Ocean Beaches.
• Go Birdwatching in one of the Best Birding Destinations in the World: Mindo Cloud forest.
• Shop for One-of-a-Kind Artisan Crafts in Ecuador.
• Take a Dip in Ecuador’s Volcanic Thermal Pools.
• Mountain Bike or Downhill through the Andes Mountains.

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