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:
On this 4-Day Elephant Safari in Tanzania discover the heart of this beautiful country. Explore the majestic Ngorongoro Crater and its stunning landscapes with large animal concentrations, and the legendary Serengeti National Park, home to an incredible...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, end in Arusha
4 Days from$1450 p/p in USD- Departures: Year Round
Marangu Route, commonly known as the Coca Cola route, is more popular because it can be done in fewer days and has permanent sleep huts at the campsites. Summit night from Kibo Hut is steep and passes Gilman’s Point to Uhuru Peak. It is a shorter route...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Mountain Safari, Trekking Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Budget
- Start/end:Start in Moshi-Kilimanjaro, end in Moshi-Kilimanjaro
- 5 Days from$1700 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
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 is a photographic, non-participation, private camping safari that commences and ends in Maun. This safari is undertaken in customized safari vehicles, and you will stay in luxury, comfortable 3.5m x 3.5m tented accommodation that includes a private...
- Country:Botswana,
- Safari Type:Camping Safari, Family Safari, Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided, Small Group
- Safari Standard:Camping, Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Maun, end in Maun
- 8 Days from$3850 p/p in USD
- Departures: Year Round
Celebrate your love with an intimate and romantic getaway on our romantic honeymoon safari, taking you to the wildlife hotspots and beautiful scenery of Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater. This safari is designed for couples seeking a unique...
- Country:Tanzania,
- Safari Type:Big Five Safari, Guided Safari, Honeymoon Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Arusha, Tanzania, end in Arusha-Tanzania
- 6 Days from$2000 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 is an interesting adventure that starts and ends in Kampala. The safari will take you to Kidepo Valley National Park where you will enjoy great views of animals like giraffes, lions, zebras, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, Uganda...
- Country:Uganda,
- Safari Type:Guided Safari, Wildlife Safari
- Tour Type:Guided
- Safari Standard:Mid Range
- Start/end:Start in Entebbe, end in Entebbe
- 6 Days from$1951 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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