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:
Discover South Africa’s hidden gems with this off-the-beaten-track adventure. Begin in Robertson, a charming town in the Cape Winelands renowned for its award-winning wines. Immerse yourself in the local culture with a community visit and indulge in...
- Country:South Africa,
- Safari Type:Cultural Safari, Family Safari, Self Drive Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Independent, Self Drive
- Safari Standard:Luxury
- Start/end:Start in Cape Town, end in Cape Town
9 Days from$8,778 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
Enjoy a luxurious safari adventure with 2 nights at Victoria Falls River Lodge in a tented room on the Zambezi River, offering game drives, river cruises, and a tour of the Victoria Falls. Then, relax at Chobe Game Lodge for 4 nights, with game...
- Country:Botswana, Zimbabwe,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Luxury+
- Start/end:Start in Victoria Falls, end in Kasane
- 7 Days from$4255 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day ultimate Kenya safari and coastal escape through Kenya’s most iconic wilderness areas before unwinding on the white-sand beaches of Mombasa. This exclusive safari experience takes you from the legendary Masai Mara,...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Big Five Safari, Coastal Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Honeymoon Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start/end in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
- 5 Days from$2900 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Machame Route is the scenic Kilimanjaro climbing route, with more challenges and adventure that its sister route of Marangu. However, other than the adventure challenge, Machame route has the great success of summit to most of the climbers and it being...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Camping
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
- 7 Days from$1895 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This South African journey combines ultra-luxury and exclusivity, showcasing some of the country’s finest offerings. Begin in Cape Town at Ellerman House, where timeless elegance meets breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and Robben Island....
- Country:South Africa,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Coastal Safari, Family Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Independent
- Safari Standard:Luxury+
- Start/end:Start in Cape Town, end in Johannesburg
- 12 Days from$7,121 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Experience the thrill of a mid-range 4 days safari to Tarangire, Serengeti and Ngorongoro safari, immersing yourself in the incredible world of wildlife across some of the planet’s most renowned safari destinations. At the heart of this adventure lies...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Migration Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Luxury
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
- 4 Days from$2350 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This 4 Days Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari is a celebration of Kenya's variety. From lions and wildebeests to flamingos and hippos, our tour offers the ultimate variety of Kenya’s wildlife. In 4 days you will experience vast savannahs teeming with...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
- 4 Days from$1315 p/p in USD
- Departures: Jan, Feb, Mar
Take a safari into the Serengeti after your beach holiday on this short Serengeti fly-in safari. The scenic flight takes you from Zanzibar into the wild north of Tanzania. The Serengeti is home to ample wildlife, hosts one of Africa's largest populations...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Luxury
- Start/end:Start in Zanzibar, end in Zanzibar
- 4 Days from$2915 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
On this two-week trip you will have an opportunity to go on multiple gorilla treks to see the lowland gorillas in Democratic Republic of Congo and the mountain gorillas in Rwanda and Uganda. In addition you will go on treks to see golden monkeys, chimpanzees...
- Country:Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Uganda,
- Safari Type:Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Kigali, end in Entebbe
- 15 Days from$12000 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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