South America Best Kept Secret: Ecuador | Travel Blog
May-25-2023
Adventure enthusiasts. You're looking for authentic and meaningful travel experiences. Our goal is to get them off the beaten track and into authentic cultures, unforgettable meals, or rare wildlife. A cookie-cutter trip won't do.
Look no further than Ecuador, one of the world’s best destinations to experience life, not escape it. From the dense rainforests of the Amazon to the lush Mindo Cloud Forest, Ecuador is home to some of the most diverse and unique wildlife on the planet.
Did You Know This About Ecuador?
• Ecuador is home to over 1,600 species of birds, more than any other country in the world.
• The Yasuni National Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places on earth, with more tree species in a single hectare than in all of North America. It's also home to several indigenous communities that have lived in the rainforest for thousands of years, making it a truly unique cultural experience.
• The equator runs right through Ecuador, making it the perfect place to experience the unique sensation of being in two places at once.
• Ecuador uses the U.S. dollar as its official currency, which makes it incredibly easy for American tourists to travel there without the hassle of exchanging currencies.
Our immersive trips expose travelers to sites like Otavalo’s indigenous markets, awe-inspiring colonial architecture in Quito, vibrant jungle canopies, and an Andean Condor sanctuary even in one trip. Ecuador has it all.
Look no further than Ecuador, one of the world’s best destinations to experience life, not escape it. From the dense rainforests of the Amazon to the lush Mindo Cloud Forest, Ecuador is home to some of the most diverse and unique wildlife on the planet.
Did You Know This About Ecuador?
• Ecuador is home to over 1,600 species of birds, more than any other country in the world.
• The Yasuni National Park in the Ecuadorian Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places on earth, with more tree species in a single hectare than in all of North America. It's also home to several indigenous communities that have lived in the rainforest for thousands of years, making it a truly unique cultural experience.
• The equator runs right through Ecuador, making it the perfect place to experience the unique sensation of being in two places at once.
• Ecuador uses the U.S. dollar as its official currency, which makes it incredibly easy for American tourists to travel there without the hassle of exchanging currencies.
Our immersive trips expose travelers to sites like Otavalo’s indigenous markets, awe-inspiring colonial architecture in Quito, vibrant jungle canopies, and an Andean Condor sanctuary even in one trip. Ecuador has it all.
Andre Robles
Andre Robles is an expert in everything South America, his passion for the region and exploring off the beaten path makes his travel writing both useful and interesting. He has written for several mainstream publications and you can read his guides on Ecuador, Peru, the Galapagos Islands and the Amazon. Andre is also an accomplished photographer and has been recognized as one of the best wildlife photographers in the region, his photos have been featured in National Geographic and other journals. As a travel agent Andre specializes in curating unique experiences, crafting tailor made itineraries and helping visitors make the best of their vacation, always putting the experience first