Explore Ecuador and the Galapagos your way, with tailor-made journeys designed by our Quito-based local experts.
SOLEQ Travel is a family-run Ecuadorian tour operator based in Quito, creating tailor-made journeys through Ecuador and the Galapagos since 2007. Our local team combines first-hand destination knowledge, trusted guides and partners, carefully selected accommodations and on-the-ground support to design seamless journeys across the Andes, Amazon, Pacific Coast and Galapagos Islands.
Discover Ecuador’s most iconic highland trek through remote villages, breathtaking canyon trails, and the stunning emerald crater lake of Quilotoa.
Experience the Galapagos as a family through carefully designed journeys that combine wildlife encounters, comfort, and meaningful moments for every generation.
Explore the untouched Cuyabeno Rainforest through intimate wildlife encounters, peaceful canoe journeys, and authentic moments in Ecuador’s remote Amazon.
Unlock exclusive, limited-time deals on the archipelago’s finest yachts. Experience the Galapagos with premium comfort at an exceptional value—before the best cabins disappear.
Access our exclusive Galapagos Fleet Guide. Get instant insider comparisons of the archipelago’s most prestigious vessels and seasonal navigation insights.
Unlike global agencies, we are based in Quito. Our private Ecuador tours are designed with direct local knowledge and access to the guides, lodge owners, yacht operators and partners who bring each journey to life.
Your journey is monitored in real-time by our local operations team, ensuring every transition is flawless and every request is fulfilled instantly.
Our Quito-based specialists work directly with trusted Galapagos yacht operators and help you compare vessels, routes, cabins and departure dates to find the option that best fits your journey.
At Soleq Travel, we believe true luxury is measured by the legacy you leave behind. Every journey you book directly supports ‘El Refugio de los Sueños’, a local foundation dedicated to providing quality education and nutritional security to children in the Andean highlands. Your adventure helps transform lives.
Your journey is designed by people who live and work in Ecuador. Our Quito-based team combines first-hand destination knowledge with direct relationships with guides, lodges, hotels and Galapagos partners across the country.
There is no single right way to explore Ecuador. Some travelers want a private guide, their own vehicle and the freedom to spend more time in the places they love.
In July, I stood at nearly 18,700 feet (5,700 m) facing a decision: keep going or turn back. Cotopaxi — Ecuador’s most active volcano — revealed its true nature that
Three years ago, we were on the Galápagos island of Santa Cruz with our children — then ten and fourteen years old — and watched as a sea lion lay
Yes — with thoughtful planning and trusted local expertise.
Ecuador continues to offer extraordinary travel experiences across the Andes, the Amazon, and the Galapagos Islands. As a Quito-based travel company, we closely monitor local conditions and official travel advisories, carefully selecting the destinations, routes, accommodations, guides, and transportation partners included in every journey.
For our guests, this means traveling with the confidence that comes from private logistics, experienced local partners, carefully planned itineraries, and on-the-ground support throughout the journey.
Our approach to luxury travel is not simply about exceptional hotels or exclusive experiences — it is also about making your journey feel seamless, well organized, and personally cared for from arrival to departure.
The Galapagos is a year-round destination. From December to May, you’ll find warmer waters and lush landscapes—perfect for snorkeling. From June to November, the Humboldt Current brings cooler, nutrient-rich waters, which is the best time to see active marine life and whales.
Booking directlywith Soleq Travel eliminates middleman commissions and gives you direct access to the people on the ground. We personally know the yacht captains, the lodge owners, and the hidden trails. If you need anything during your trip, we are in the same time zone and just a phone call away.
Yes, that is our specialty. Every itinerary you see on our website serves as a starting point. We can adjust every detail—from the pace of the journey to the level of luxury—to match your specific interests and travel style.
Our private Ecuador tours offer a level of flexibility that conventional group tours can’t match. You’ll have a private guide and vehicle, allowing you to spend more time at a site you love or skip what doesn’t interest you. It’s the difference between seeing a destination and truly experiencing it.
