Quito
One of the world's highest capitals at around 2,850m, with a beautifully preserved colonial old town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Europe
- West Asia
- Africa
Good to know
Avg temperature
Varies by altitude
Language
Spanish
Currency
US dollar (USD)
Timezone
GMT-5 (Galápagos GMT-6)
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Why Ecuador
Why travel to Ecuador
Small but astonishingly varied, Ecuador reaches from Pacific beaches over Andean volcanoes into the Amazon — and out to the wildlife wonderland of the Galápagos. Here is what to expect on the ground.
What's the weather like?
Ecuador straddles the equator, so weather depends on altitude rather than season. The Andean highlands around Quito are spring-like year-round, the coast and Amazon are hot and humid, and there are drier and wetter months rather than four seasons.
Top things to do
- Snorkel and walk among the wildlife of the Galápagos
- Hike the páramo beneath Cotopaxi volcano
- Explore Amazon rainforest by canoe and on jungle trails
Dishes to try
- Ceviche — citrus-cured seafood
- Encebollado — fish and onion soup
- Llapingachos — cheesy potato patties
- Locro de papa — potato and cheese soup
On the map
Top places to visit in Ecuador
From a colonial capital high in the Andes to volcanoes, rainforest and the Galápagos, these are the landscapes our Ecuador expedition is built around.
Galápagos Islands
The volcanic archipelago whose fearless wildlife helped inspire Darwin, teeming with giant tortoises, sea lions and marine iguanas.
Cotopaxi
One of the world's highest active volcanoes, a near-perfect snow-capped cone rising from the Andean páramo.
Amazon (Yasuní)
Ecuador's rainforest, among the most biodiverse places on Earth, reached by river from towns such as Coca or Tena.
Baños
An adventure-sports town below an active volcano, known for waterfalls, hot springs and the Swing at the End of the World.
Quilotoa
A striking crater lake of turquoise water filling an old volcanic caldera in the highlands.
Before you go
Ecuador expedition FAQs
When is the best time to visit Ecuador?
Ecuador is a year-round destination. In the highlands the drier months (roughly June to September and December to January) are best for trekking, while the Galápagos rewards visitors all year with seasonal wildlife highlights.
How fit do I need to be for this expedition?
This expedition involves a mix of walking and active days alongside cultural highlights. Please check the individual expedition page for the difficulty rating and full day-by-day detail.
Do I need a visa for Ecuador?
Many nationalities can enter Ecuador visa-free for tourism, but rules depend on your passport and can change, and the Galápagos has its own entry requirements and fees. Please confirm current requirements with an official Ecuadorian source before you travel.
How big are the groups?
We run small-group expeditions to keep things personal. See the expedition page for the exact group size and departure dates.
What's included in the price?
The expedition page lists exactly what's included and excluded — typically accommodation, guiding and listed activities. International flights are usually arranged separately.
Ready for Ecuador?
Join a small group of like-minded adventurers on our Ecuador expedition — handcrafted by a premium boutique adventure club based in Austria.
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