Ecuador Highlands & Galapagos
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Tour Overview
From the heights of the Andes to the depths of the Amazon – and all the amazing wildlife in between – this action-packed trip uncovers the natural beauty of Ecuador. Over 18 days, canoe to a riverside eco-lodge on the edge of the Amazon and explore the rainforest with an Indigenous guide, catch a glimpse of one of the world’s largest active volcanoes in Cotopaxi National Park and get to know an Indigenous family at a homestay. Then, spend a couple of days exploring markets and lagoons in Ecuador’s lively capital before heading to the Galapagos, where you’ll discover the archipelago’s incredible biodiversity on land and underwater.
Trip Code: GGSIC
Start
Quito
End
Quito
Destination
Ecuador
Meals
15 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Plane, Speed Boat, Private Vehicle, Taxi, Public bus
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights), Jungle Eco Lodge (2 nights), Homestay (1 night)
Days
18
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Stay on the edge of the Amazon in an eco-lodge on the banks of the Arajuno River – only accessible by canoe – and enjoy a special night-time walk to search for nocturnal animals.
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Walk through the Amazon Rainforest with an Indigenous guide to learn about the wildlife and plants that thrive here, then visit an Amazon animal rescue centre.
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See the snow-capped Cotopaxi volcano – one of the world’s largest active volcanoes at 5897 m – while hiking through Cotopaxi National Park in the central Andes of Ecuador.
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Learn from an Indigenous community at a homestay in the La Calera Community – lend a hand with shores, brush up on your Spanish and take part in a traditional Pachamanca food ceremony.
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Get your blood pumping as you scale a volcano on Isabela Island, then get up close with giant tortoises on Santa Cruz – these nearly extinct reptiles are one of the Galapagos’ many amazing creatures.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
15 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Transport
Plane, Speed Boat, Private Vehicle, Taxi, Public bus
Accommodation
Hotel (14 nights), Jungle Eco Lodge (2 nights), Homestay (1 night)
Included activities
- Amazon Rainforest - Night Walk
- Amazon - Guided rainforest hike and visit to animal rescue centre
- Banos - Walking tour
- Banos - El Pailon del Diablo Waterfall
- Cotopaxi - National Park walk
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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