Ecuadorians are strange and unique beings, they sleep peacefully amid smoking volcanoes, they live in poverty amid incomparable wealth and they cheer up with sad music.Alexander Von Humboldt
For many travellers, visiting Ecuador translates into spending some time at the Galapagos Islands to enjoy the unique wildlife. However, Ecuador’s mainland is full of beautiful places – from small villages to the colonial capital – considered heaven for trekkers, culture lovers and adventure junkies. Almost at every corner, you’ll realise that Ecuador has a lot more to offer than what it seems!
Wander around the beautiful Ecuadorian capital of Quito and experience the best hiking trip the country has to offer – Quilotoa Loop (also read our article on costs and transport options).
Visit Cuenca, the city with an incredibly gorgeous city center which is part of the UNSECO world heritage but don’t forget to go look for a waterfall adventure in Baños.
Head to the coast to see the unique wildlife at the “poor man’s” Galapagos a.k.a. Silver Island, walk along Ecuador’s most beautiful beaches and if you’re lucky also do some whale watching.
Before leaving the country make a stop at the gringo town of Vilcabamba to take a quick breath before venturing on a 2-day adventure to cross into Peru through La Balsa border crossing.
ESSENTIAL READING
[pt_view id=”1bfd9d9dj1″]
[spacer height=”40px”]
Next Trip Bucket List
[spacer height=”20px”]
[column-group]
Exploring Galapagos Islands – This dream destination is something unique in the world that every traveller would love to visit. Only problem? You need a big budget!
Discover the Amazon – Among all the countries where to explore the jungle, Ecuador is certainly the cheapest one. Whether be it Teno, Coca or Lago Agrio, there’s no destination you could go wrong!
Stroll around Guyaquil – It might not be considered the safest city in Ecuador but we heard great things about visiting its city center and ocean promenade. A few days in the city won’t hurt!
Climb the Cotopaxi Volcano – Not so far from Quito, this beautiful snowy volcano peak is a great trekking opportunity for all adventure junkies.
[spacer height=”20px”]
PLANNING A TRIP TO ECUADOR? CHECK MORE POSTS BELOW!
[pt_view id=”5006ac3gqi”]