Ecuador & The Galapagos Travel Information

Ecuador - Land of Volcanoes, Cloud Forest, Amazon Rainforest, Andean Culture and the Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is a surprisingly varied country with volcanoes, Amazon rainforest, cloud forest, Andean mountain towns and pre-Colombian and colonial history. The Galapagos Islands are perhaps Ecuador's major attraction with astounding biodiveristy in the marine life of Darwin's favourite archipelago.

Suitable Destination For: Ecotourism & Wildlife Lovers; those who enjoy Cultural Tourism and colonial history

Best Time to Visit: Ecuador is on the equator so has an equitable climate, and can be visited all year round, with different parts of the country

Essential Sights & Activities: Colonial Capital Quito; Volcanoes and Mountains such as Cotopaxi and Chimborazo; The Middle of the World Museum; Devil's Nose Train Ride; Cuenca; Panama Hat Factories; the Galapagos Islands for some of the finest wildlife viewing on earth; Snorkelling & Scuba Diving in the Galapagos