Despite its small size, Ecuador packs a punch with its natural wonders and leads the way in sustainable ecotourism. Many visitors flock to the fascinating Galapagos Islands, but it’s well worth stopping in mainland Ecuador on the way to explore other scenic gems – Amazon rainforest, Andes mountains and Pacific coast as well as the beautiful heritage cities.
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Ecuador Safari Tours:
Machame Route has a nickname the 'Whiskey Route', and despite the fact that it's relatively short, it is not easy to climb. It is not technically difficult, but it is pretty strenuous, with many steep trails that require extra strength and physical condition...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Camping
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Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
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7 Days from$2550 p/p in USD -
Departures: Year Round
Not far from Kenya's green city in the sun, Nairobi, lies another world of sprawling savannah, countless wildlife and endless beauty. Enjoy a full 5-day exploration of our finest parks which are Amboseli, Tsavo West & East and discover Africa’s...
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Country:Kenya,
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Safari Type:Guided Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
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5 Days from$1350 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
The Northern Circuit route is one of the best routes on Kilimanjaro, offering nearly 360 degrees of beautiful scenery including the quiet, rarely visited northern slopes. As the longest route on Kilimanjaro, the Northern Circuit allows for the best acclimatization...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget, Camping
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Start/end:Start in Moshi-Kilimanjaro, end in Moshi-Kilimanjaro
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8 Days from$2500 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
In this short but very exciting safari program, you will fly into Serengeti from Zanzibar. Serengeti is best known for its huge herds of plains, abundant wildlife, especially lions, gnu (wildebeest), gazelle, and zebra. This program offers unique and...
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Country:Tanzania,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Luxury
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Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
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3 Days from$2071 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable 8 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek, Chimpanzees and Wildlife Safari, which combines thrilling wildlife encounters, primate tracking, and scenic landscapes. This carefully curated journey takes you through some of Uganda’s most iconic...
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Country:Uganda,
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Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Chimpanzee Safari, Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start/end in Entebbe International Airport
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8 Days from$2885 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
A Bush Wonderers walking safari offers guided experiential safaris over 3 to 5 days in Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda. These are private exclusive tours for max 6-8 persons, with accommodation in a fully equipped tented camp, and four-star meals,...
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Country:Uganda,
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Safari Type:Guided Safari, Walking Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Camping
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Start/end:Start in Kampala, end in Kampala
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4 Days from$1500 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
5-Day Wildlife Safari from Andasibe Park to Palmarium Reserve
This adventure journey takes you through Andasibe Perinet village, a 4-hour drive along the N°2 national road to the center east. We'll visit the Peyrieras family-owned park along the way, where we can observe endemic reptiles such as sifaka lemurs,...
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Country:Madagascar,
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Safari Type:Beach Safari, Cultural Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Budget, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start in Antananarivo, end in Antananarivo
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5 Days from$1,944 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Major Attractions
- Amazon Rainforest
- Otavalo Markets
- Galapagos Islands
- Quito City
Safari Highlights
- Discover the remarkable Amazon Rainforest, the world’s largest tropical rainforest with incredible biodiversity.
- Many towns and cities in Ecuador still have Spanish colonial architecture and heritage.
- A must-see for visitors is the vibrant Otavalo Market, one of the largest indigenous markets in South America, famous for its colourful wool textiles.
- Explore the bountiful Galapagos Archipelago islands known for their extensive wildlife and bird species.
Facts
- The word Ecuador means equator in Spanish. Ecuador straddles the equator on the west coast of South America.
- Around 4000 species of orchids are found in Ecuador, growing in high altitude cloud forests and the equatorial jungle of the Amazon basin.
- Charles Darwin’s Theory of Evolution was largely based on his discoveries on the Galapagos Islands and formulated in his book “On the Origin of Species” in 1859.
- The capital of Ecuador, Quito, is well-known for its well preserved Spanish colonial center, with its richly decorated palaces and churches.
To know more about these attractions and highlights, refer to our exclusive Travel Guide for Ecuador. It can also help you find the best time to visit Ecuador.
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