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:
Venture through some of Botswana's very best wildlife hot spots on this camping safari and explore this wonderful land known for its spectacular wildlife and national parks. In Moremi Game Reserve, Khwai Concession, Savuti Game Reserve and Chobe National...
- Country:Botswana, Zimbabwe,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Camping Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Budget, Camping, Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Maun, end in Victoria Falls
11 Days from$3025 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
One of the largest national parks in Tanzania, Ruaha offers a vast, diverse, and seasonal landscape that dramatically transforms between the dry and wet seasons. Grassy plains shift from golden to green, barren baobabs produce leaves and flowers, and...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start in Iringa, end in Iringa
- 3 Days from$922 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This is an epic mid-range adventure to Kenya’s premier wildlife reserves. The tour takes you through the spectacularly scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru, a bird lover’s paradise, then to Naivasha Hells Gate Park. Search for the Big Five, big...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
- 7 Days from$2046 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This safari offers a comprehensive and immersive experience in Kenya, showcasing its diverse landscapes, rich culture, and abundant wildlife. You'll visit some of Kenya’s premier safari destinations, staying in luxurious tented lodges and camps that...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start/end in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- 5 Days from$1440 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This is a fantastic safari taking you to four parks in Tanzania; Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire National Park. We create our safari programs to ensure our clients enjoy their trip and take home wonderful...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 4 Days from$1760 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
The remote and pristine northern and eastern regions of South Africa are every nature and wildlife lover’s dream destination. Discover South Africa’s natural beauty as you visit the impressive Drakensberg close to Lesotho, the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park,...
- Country:South Africa, Swaziland,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Johannesburg, end in Johannesburg
- 13 Days from$3080 p/p in USD
- 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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