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:
Take a front seat and experience the wildlife wonder from July to September when Kenya's Masai Mara National Reserve welcomes the great migration of thousands of wildebeest and zebra from Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. During the wildebeest migration,...
- Country:Kenya,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Migration Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Nairobi, end in Nairobi
6 Days from$3170 p/p in USD- Departures: Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
This 10-day Comfort Wildlife and Zanzibar Beach Safari allows you to experience both the attractiveness of the bush and the beach! You will see the Big Five as well as other exciting animals. All this with the assistance of a tour operator based in Arusha....
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Zanzibar
- 10 Days from$2823 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Discover Ethiopia on this 12-Day Ethiopia Luxury Honeymoon Safari. From classic romantic honeymoons to family moons or celebrations with loved ones, we understand that every couple is unique — and so should be your journey. Whether you’re drawn to...
- Country:Ethiopia,
- Safari Type:Cultural Safari, Guided Safari, Honeymoon Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Luxury
- Start/end:Start in Addis Ababa, end in Addis Ababa
- 12 Days from$3500 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Explore the best of South Africa on this authentic 5-day South Africa Garden Route & Addo Escape. Travel with expert local guides through coastal towns, lush forests, and rugged mountains. Enjoy encounters with elephants and other wildlife in...
- Country:South Africa,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Cape Town , end in Cape Town
- 5 Days from$1581 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This 6-Day Tanzania Green Escape Active Safari combines amazing wildlife viewing in Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti National Park with a rich cultural experience at Lake Eyasi with the Hadza and Datoga tribes.
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Moshi, end in Moshi
- 6 Days from$2470 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Embark on an extraordinary safari adventure across Northern Tanzania, where you'll explore the breathtaking landscapes of Tarangire National Park, the iconic Serengeti National Park, and the awe-inspiring Ngorongoro Crater. Witness the untamed beauty...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 5 Days from$2385 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
This 13-Day Tanzania Grand Circuit & Zanzibar Safari is the definitive Tanzanian journey. Designed for the traveller who wants to see it all, this expedition explores every major ecosystem in the north part of Tanzania, from the alkaline shores of...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Beach Safari, Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Independent, Large Group, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Luxury, Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
- 13 Days from$4500 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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