Amazing Safaris & Tours Just For You
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.
Explore Safari Deals’ featured safari tours to find your next big adventure!
Ecuador Safari Tours:
On this safari discover the beautiful Amazon in Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve, named after the Cuyabeno River. Here the rivers are narrow channels and canoeing is the only way to move between trees and vegetation. These flooded forests, which form the largest...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Birding Safari, Cultural Safari, Family Safari, Jungle 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 in Lago Agrio, end in Quito
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5 Days from$440 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Discover the fascinating culture and nature of Ecuador with a wealth of experiences. Stroll around the historic city of Quito, from Otavalo explore the Andean highlands on hikes and visit communities to gain a deeper insight into the local culture. Continue...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Cultural Safari, Guided Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Budget
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Start/end:Start in Quito, end in Quito
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14 Days from$2600 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This remarkable tour in Ecuador is perfect if you want to photograph 100 species of amphibians and reptiles during your 10-night safari while exploring the most iconic natural wonders of Ecuador. Explore the amphibian and reptile-rich Mindo Cloudforest,...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Educational Safari, Guided Safari, Jungle Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Mid Range
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Start/end:Start/end in Quito
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11 Days from$3890 p/p in USD
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Departures: May
In the middle of nowhere is when you realize you are in the middle of somewhere - somewhere wonderful surrounded by icy peaks, the emerald green of the Ecuadorian paramo and multi-colored glacial lagoons. Imagine yourself on a journey down a long and...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start/end in Quito
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5 Days from$1000 p/p in USD
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Departures: Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec
This paddling expedition takes place in the Yasuni National Park, heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon. A natural wonder and immensely diverse, it is home to many different species of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Let us take you on a one-of-a-kind...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Camping Safari, Cultural Safari, Guided Safari, Jungle Safari, Kayak Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
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Start/end:Start/end in Coca
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5 Days from$1000 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
The Grand Tour, Ecuadorian style. Are you up for a challenge? Imagine hitting varying terrain of smooth pavement, back roads and high-altitude passes through some of the most stunning bike routes in the country. Sweeping views of rolling hills, snow-capped...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Cycle Safari, Guided Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Luxury
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Start/end:Start/end in Quito
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6 Days from$1200 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Yasuní National Park is considered the most biodiverse and richest protected areas in Ecuadorian Amazon Basin, home to a huge range of birds and wildlife. It symbolizes the abundance of life on Earth, it speaks of a world that shall never be discovered...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Birding Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided
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Safari Standard:Luxury
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Start/end:Start in El Coca city, end in El Coca city
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4 Days from$1435 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
This 5-day Island Hopping program is the perfect affordable option to spot the extraordinary wildlife of the Galapagos Islands. While staying in comfortable hotels on two different islands, you join day tours bringing you to surprising places.
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Coastal Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
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Safari Standard:Luxury, Luxury+
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Start/end:Start/end in Fly in/out from Guayaquil or Quito
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5 Days from$1178 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Discover the enchanted Galapagos Islands on this island-hopping adventure. Snorkel through lava formations with sea turtles, penguins, sea horses, sea lions and sharks; hike to the top of Sierra Negra Volcano on Isabela Island and admire the surrounding...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Coastal Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
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Tour Type:Small Group
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Safari Standard:Luxury
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Start/end:Start in Quito, end in Quito
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7 Days from$2854 p/p in USD
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Departures: Year Round
Enjoy this adventure of a lifetime by discovering the Galapagos Islands off the beaten track. Camp in the upper part of Santa Cruz Island with giant tortoises; explore the vast marine wildlife snorkelling at Kicker Rock with sea lions and marine turtles;...
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Country:Ecuador,
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Safari Type:Birding Safari, Coastal 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 Quito, end in Quito
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10 Days from$6310 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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