The Inca Culture Amélie As soon as you spend even five minutes searching about South America, you will immediately come across the word “Inca” several times, often without any further explanation. So you naturally ask yourself: “Inca, what is that?”. Most people probably know that they are an indigenous, pre-Columbian nation. But do you know […]
Travel tip Peru – the Nazca Lines Amélie The mysterious origin and meaning of the Nazca Lines Lines, shapes and figures – meters long and sometimes only visible from the air. Centuries old in the Peruvian desert. These are the Nazca Lines. But who drew them in the first place? How did they come to […]
The end of the oil production in Yasuni has begun Maria S. Yasuní National Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve in the Amazon region, is considered one of the most biodiverse areas in the world, home to numerous endangered animal and plant species. Oil drilling, particularly in the ITT field (Ishpingo, Tambococha, and Tiputini), has caused […]
Reviving Floreana Island on Galapagos Julian FLOREANA ISLAND – A Bold Restoration of Native Wildlife and Ecosystem Health The Galapagos Islands are likely familiar to most of us. Famous for their incredible diversity of endemic wildlife species found nowhere else on earth, these islands were where Charles Darwin first set foot on San Cristobal in 1835, […]
Travel tip Peru: Arequipa and Colca Canyon Amélie Located in the south, Arequipa is the second largest city in Peru and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2000. It is located in a valley crossed by the river Chili and is known for its mostly dry weather throughout the year. The first traces […]
SOLEQ Travel: Committed to Sustainable Tourism and Environmental Conservation – Impact Report Jocotoco Foundation SOLEQMASTER SOLEQ Travel is proud to share an update on the progress made in 2023 for one of the sustainability projects we have been collaborating on since 2018. The project involves the “Reserva Buenaventura,” a 575-hectare area that we are committed […]
Travel experience: Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 3 Maria S. Experience report Galapagos cruise with the yacht Solaris In the last two blog articles, we accompanied two of our travelers on their round trip through the Ecuadorian mainland. In the following, they share their experiences with us during a Galapagos cruise on the ship […]
Experience report Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 2 Maria S. Two weeks ago, we shared with you the first part of the travel experiences of two of our travelers. Now follow them on their journey from Chimborazo to Guayaquil. As in the first part, this segment also offers a personal and authentic perspective on their experiences. […]
Experience report Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 1 Maria S. Two weeks ago, we shared with you the first part of the travel experiences of two of our travelers. Now follow them on their journey from Chimborazo to Guayaquil. As in the first part, this segment also offers a personal and authentic perspective on […]
A new era of transportation: The new metro of Quito Maria S. Quito has a metro. What sounds completely normal for many other cities was a construction project for Quito that took years, delayed by the difficult geological situation and archaeological finds in the area of Quito’s old town. The metro has officially been in […]
10 safe travel destinations in Ecuador – Part 2 SOLEQMASTER Two weeks ago, we already presented 5 safe travel destinations in Ecuador. Today you will get to know five more safe and interesting places. 6. Island of San Cristobal The island of San Cristobal is a jewel of the Galapagos archipelago and lies 1000 km […]
10 safe travel destinations in Ecuador – Part1 SOLEQMASTER In times of a state of emergency and some negative headlines from Ecuador, you might be wondering how safe Ecuador actually is as a travel destination. As we have already mentioned in previous articles, traveling, especially on guided tours, is absolutely possible. In this article and […]
Exploring the Wonders of the Galapagos Islands – Day 3 – 5 Mathy Two weeks ago, we wrote about the first two days of our fantastic Galapagos cruise. In the following, you can read about what we experienced during the remaining days on the enchanted islands. Day 3: Observing the Wildlife of North Seymour and […]
Exploring the Wonders of the Galapagos Islands – day 1 – 2 Mathy Welcome aboard a unique adventure in the Galapagos Islands! Today, I’ll take you through my boat experience in this natural paradise, where diversity and beauty intertwine in every corner. My journey began with excitement in the air as I boarded the plane […]
From Manglaralto to Pacoche and surroundings Maria S. The last article was about my experiences in the rainforest region during my visit to Ecuador this year. Today I would like to report on my stay on the coast, where I also got to know some new things. Trip to Manglaralto and excursions in the surrounding […]
Excursions within the rainforest region of Ecuador Maria S. During my trip to Ecuador this year, one of my longer excursions took me to the rainforest region. A few years ago in Puyo, I met Yaku, a guide who is a member of an indigenous community and lives with his family outside Puyo near Mirador […]
Ecuador in a state of emergency?! Current information Maria S. Update 24.5.2024: The state of emergency that has been in place since the beginning of January expired on April 7, 2024. As organized gang crime, particularly against politicians and public officials, continues in some provinces, Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa declared another state of emergency for […]
The 10 most beautiful lakes and lagoons in Ecuador – Part 2 Maria S. In this article we present five more lakes and lagoons in the central and southern provinces of Ecuador. 6 – La Mica Laguna La Mica is located at the foot of the Antisana in the reserve of the same name in […]
The 10 most beautiful lakes and lagoons in Ecuador – Part 1 Maria S. The small country of Ecuador on the equator is – among other things – very diverse in terms of landscape. The Andes mountain range, which runs through the country from north to south, is characterized by paramo plateaus, active and extinct […]
Cuyabeno – 3 days in the jungle of Ecuador SOLEQMASTER Our intern Elizabeth spent three days at the Bamboo Lodge in the Cuyabeno Reserve in the Ecuadorian rainforest. Read about her experiences in one of Ecuador’s most important protected areas: Day 1 – The journey from Quito to Cuyabeno From the terminal “Quitumbe” in Quito […]
Floreana – the small Galapagos island with an exciting history Maria S. Floreana in the south of the archipelago is the smallest of the inhabited Galapagos Islands, but certainly the one with the most varied history in terms of its settlement. Several books have been written about it, which we will refer to later. In […]
Cuenca – 8 things you should see SOLEQMASTER Are you visiting the Latin American country of Ecuador? Then it is definitely recommended to plan some days in the great city Cuenca. These following eight activities are a must-do and should not be missed. 1. The great market in Cuenca – Feria Libre If you go […]
Cacti on Galapagos – the amazing flora SOLEQMASTER In previous articles about the Galapagos, we have primarily focused on the impressive fauna of the islands. But the flora of the islands is also amazing. There are around 560 species on the islands, of which around a third are endemic. As with the animal species, the […]
Galapagos whitetip reef shark SOLEQMASTER The underwater world of the Galapagos Islands is impressive and amazing. The archipelago is one of the most popular diving and snorkeling destinations in the world. We have already presented some species that you are sure to encounter underwater, such as the Galapagos hammerhead shark or various species of rays. […]
Backpacking in northern Peru – Part 2 SOLEQMASTER The first part of the Peru blog was about entering the country and all the details to consider. Then it was about the onward journey and my stay in the coastal town of Mancora. This part is about my last days in Peru, which I spent in […]
Backpacking in the North of Peru – Part 1 SOLEQMASTER Elisabeth was an intern at the office in Ecuador. Before starting her internship, she traveled with her cousin to the northern part of Peru for about 10 days in. Read about her experiences and adventures below: Backpacking in Peru sounded dangerous and a bit reckless […]
Galapagos racer snake and Sally Lightfoot crab SOLEQMASTER A variety of diverse creatures call the archipelago located west of Ecuador home. In previously published blog articles, we already reported about different animal species, such as lizards, sea lions, different bird species and the namesake of the islands, the Galapagos giant tortoises. This blog is about […]
Is it safe to travel to Ecuador Mathew IS IT SAFE TO TRAVEL TO ECUADOR? Ecuador is a country of incomparable beauty, known for its geographical diversity, also called the land of 4 worlds, since it includes the Amazon rainforest, the majestic Andean mountains, the Pacific coast and the paradise of the Galapagos Islands. Thanks […]
Discover the Yasuní Biosphere Reserve: An Ecological Paradise in Ecuador Dayana Yasuní National Park, together with the protected zone and the adjacent Waorani area, has been recognized by UNESCO as the “Yasuní Biosphere Reserve” since 1989. This natural treasure in the provinces of Napo and Orellana in Ecuador covers an area of about 10,000 square […]
THE GALAPAGOS OWL – SHORT-EARED OWL SOLEQMASTER In our blog series about the fauna and flora of Galapagos, we have already reported about the giant tortoise, land iguana, sea lizard and lava lizard, but also about the Galapagos sea lion, different species of rays, hammerhead shark, flamingo, blue-footed booby, and penguin. Another bird that inhabits […]
Quito the Leading Tourist Destination in South America Mathew Recognition from the World Travel Awards (WTA) The “Oscars of Tourism” are the World Travel Awards (WTA). They honor excellence in the global tourism sector each year. Quito’s popularity as a tourist destination and the value of the experiences it offers visitors is evidenced by the fact that […]
Ecuador – A victory for the environment Mathew August 20, 2023 marked another milestone in the history of conservation in Ecuador and the global fight for environmental protection. On that day, Ecuadorian citizens made an important decision in a referendum: to preserve the natural treasure of Yasuní National Park by keeping its oil untouched in […]
The Galapagos Flamingo SOLEQMASTER The archipelago in western Ecuador is one of the most famous in the world. On the one hand, because the flora and fauna served Charles Darwin as the basis for his theory of evolution, on the other hand, because the islands are fantastically beautiful in addition to the great diversity. If […]
Why travel to Ecuador? Mathew Ecuador is the right place for you if you are looking for a place that offers unforgettable experiences, attractive landscapes and a rich culture. In this article, we would like to remove your doubts and show you why you should visit Ecuador. Improved safety It is important to consider security […]
Where you can find the Galapagos Penguin SOLEQMASTER After some other interesting blog articles, today we continue our series on the amazing flora and fauna of Galapagos. This time it’s about the Galapagos penguin to answer the question: Where you can find the Galapagos Penguin? Most people know penguins from cold areas like Antarctica. This […]
A guided tour of the old town of Quito SOLEQMASTER The Centro Histórico If you want to get to know Quito better in a short time, you should go to its old town, because from here everything is within walking distance. The Centro Histórico offers not only a great ambience, but also large squares, several […]
San Cristobal on your own SOLEQMASTER Day 7, 8, 9 and 10 of my ten-day Galapagos trip I spent on San Cristóbal Island. On the days before I had already visited the islands of Santa Cruz and Isabela. When I arrived about 17 o’clock on the capital island San Cristóbal I was welcomed directly by […]
More explorations in the north of Esmeraldas Maria S. Last year I had already explored some places in the province of Esmeraldas, but I had not enough time to see everything I wanted to. Therefore, I decided to visit this area again this year. A night trip by bus makes sense for me only from […]
Isabela Island on your own SOLEQMASTER I spent 3 days on Santa Cruz Island, which I already told you about in the second blog article. On day 4 I left Santa Cruz Island at 6:30 in the morning and went by boat to Isabela Island. Before leaving Santa Cruz, there was a bag check, I […]
The Galapagos hammerhead shark SOLEQMASTER The Galapagos Islands are considered Ecuador’s paradise, and not without reason! Warm sunshine, white sandy beaches, clear sea water and diverse plant species that bloom all year round. Animals that enrich and make unique both the overwater world and the underwater world! One of these underwater animals is the hammerhead […]
Santa Cruz Island on your own SOLEQMASTER 10 days on the Galapagos Islands sounds like a dream! For me this dream became reality in 2023. For 10 days I independently organized my trip to the popular archipelago. You can already read all the information about planning and arriving on Santa Cruz Island in the first […]
La Fanesca – The tradition of Holy Week in Ecuador SOLEQMASTER Fanesca is a traditional dish characteristic of Holy Week in Ecuador. This tradition originated because of the Catholic Fasting period, in which the consumption of meat was forbidden. Thus, the consumption of cereals and fish became popular at that time. In Ecuadorian gastronomy it […]
Galapagos on your own – Planning and Arrival SOLEQMASTER The Galapagos Islands are one the most worth seeing places in Ecuador and are considered a paradise destination with an untouched nature. They are also called “Islas encantadas”, meaning “islands that inspire” or “enchanting islands”. I, Elisabeth am currently an intern at SOLEQ.travel and have already […]
Carnival in Quito 2023 Maria S. Like last year, I spent the Carnival holidays in Quito this year. I was eager to see the program without pandemic-related restrictions. On Quitocultura I had informed myself about the individual activities, although I had the impression that the program was more extensive last year. International carnival parade in […]
In the middle of the Amazon Rainforest – Day 3 and 4 at the Napo Wildlife Center SOLEQMASTER Diego and I spent our first 1.5 days at the Napo Cultural Center and were allowed to visit the Añangu community. We traveled from Coca to the Napo Cultural Center on the first day. On the second […]
4 days in Yasuni National Park – Day 2 SOLEQMASTER The first part of this blog series deals with the journey to Coca and the first day in the Yasuní National Park. This part is about lots of parrots, saying goodbye to the Napo Cultural Center, a two-hour canoe trip with lots of wildlife experiences, […]
Flora and Fauna Of Galapagos SPecies of Rays SOLEQMASTER The Galapagos Islands not only offer breathtaking, diverse flora and fauna above water, but also within the Pacific Ocean opens another species-rich world. In addition to land-dwelling species, the Galapagos islands are also home to 15 different species of rays. The most common among them are […]
New Year’s Eve 2022 in Ecuador – The Tradition of the “Old Year“ Diego Farewell to the old year in the traditional way in Ecuador Following the tradition of December 31 dolls are made of various materials: Cardboard, paint, newsprint, flex foam, fabric, wood, sawdust, cotton, etc. The idea is to represent in some way […]
4 DAYS IN THE NATIONAL PARK YASUNÍ DAY 1: ARRIVAL AND FIRST ADVENTURES SOLEQMASTER 4 DAYS IN THE NATIONAL PARK YASUNÍ – DAY 1: ARRIVAL AND FIRST ADVENTURES The Yasuní National Park was the destination of the next 4 days for Diego and me. I am Elisabeth and currently an intern at SOLEQ.travel. The two […]
BLUE FOOTED BOOBY GALAPAGOS SOLEQMASTER In our series about the flora and fauna of the Galapagos Islands, we will introduce you to another creature typical of the islands now: The Blue-footed Booby. The blue-footed booby is, as the name suggests, known for its blue feet. But not only that, the Blue-footed Booby is also known […]
The elusive Galápagos Sea lion SOLEQMASTER The Galapagos Islands are one of the most biodiverse places in the world and were the basis for Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution. In addition to the Galapagos giant tortoises, which give the islands their name, you will see plenty of different species of iguanas. From the unique marine […]
lava lizard galapagos SOLEQMASTER Another animal that enriches the Galapagos Islands located west of Ecuador is the lava lizard Galapagos, which is also called the wedge-tailed iguana. The Galapagos lava lizard is also a species typical of the archipelago, found mainly on the large islands. While the lizard species, land iguana and marine iguana are […]
Land Iguanas on the Galapagos Islands.
GALAPAGOS MARINE IGUANA Maria S. In the first part of our series on the flora and fauna of the Galápagos Islands we already introduced you to the animal eponym of the islands: The Galápagos giant tortoises. As you probably guessed, the tortoise is not the only species that inhabits these diverse islands. Another species that […]
GalapagosGiant Tortoise Maria S. The Galápagos Islands are located about 1,000km west of Ecuadorian mainland in the Pacific Ocean. In total, more than 100 small islands belong to this archipelago, but only 13 have an area of more than 10km². Furthermore, only 5 of them are inhabited, namely San Cristóbal, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Floreana and Baltra. Since 1978, […]
FAVORITE PLACES IN ECUADOR – PART 3 Maria S. With this article we conclude our short blog series about the favorite places of our friends and acquaintances in Ecuador. Maybe we have inspired you and you would like to travel Ecuador yourself and find your favorite place? Have a look at our website or get […]
Favorite Places in Ecuador – Part 2 Maria S. In this article we continue our tour through different favorite places in Ecuador. Dora’s favorite place: Galapagos Dora is originally from Venezuela, but has lived in Ecuador for 30 years. She loves the Galapagos Islands especially for the beaches, the good food and the friendly inhabitants. […]
Favorite Places in Ecuador – Part 1 Maria S. So far, blog posts have primarily been written by permanent or temporary members of the SOLEQtravel team and were based on their experiences, adventures and insights. In the following small blog series, we want to change the perspective. For this purpose, we asked relatives, friends and […]
A stroll through the museums in downtown Quito Maria Come with me to A STROLL THROUGH THE MUSEUMS IN DOWNTOWN QUITO. There is a lot to see and experience in the Ecuadorian capital Quito. In various blog articles we have already presented some sights, especially in the old town. But Quito has not only many […]
The desert of Palmira and the colorful market of Guamote – A day trip from Riobamaba. Maria S. That Ecuador is a country with diverse landscapes and that there are various colorful indigenous markets is probably common knowledge. But have you ever heard about the desert of Palmira? Or have you ever been to the […]
The unexplored north of Esmeraldas – A region worth seeing Maria S. The Ecuadorian province of Esmeraldas is known to tourists mainly because of its beach and seaside resorts like Atacames, Mompiche or Tonsupa south of the city of Esmeraldas. These places are easy to reach, for example, it takes only about five to six […]
The traditional ecuadorian Fanesca SOLEQMASTER A typical dish that you can enjoy only here in Ecuador. Fanesca is a delicious soup made of cooked tender legumes, especially prepared at Easter. Although Easter was a while ago this year, we don’t want to deprive you of this delicious dish. History of the Fanesca. In Latin America, it is […]
Tayos Cave excursion – Interview with guide Omar Maria The Tayos Caves are located in the Ecuadorian province of Morona Santiago in the rainforest. The nearest major town is Limon Indanza. From Quito the caves are about 470 km away and one reaches the entrance after a hike of several days. Once at the entrance, […]
Motorcycle trip through Ecuador – from Quito via Riobamba to Cuenca Mathew If you got to this article, it means you are thinking about a motorcycle trip in Ecuador. You’ve come to the right place, because I’m going to tell you about my experience traveling through Ecuador on a 250 CC motorcycle. This adventure of […]
Team excursion to hacienda verde Maria S. Arriving to Hacienda Verde On Saturday two weeks ago, the Quito office team went on a trip to Hacienda Verde near Guayllabamba. We left early Quito in the morning, headed towards Otavalo and turned left after the bridge over the river Pisque, following the path to the protected […]
Recreacional Areas in Cumbaya Maria S. After a two-day trip to Papallacta and a relaxing visit to the spa there, I headed back towards Quito. This time I wanted to take a closer look at Tumbaco and to the recreacional areas in Cumbaya on the way. I had often driven through these two suburbs of […]
Trip to the thermal baths of Papallacta Emilia We took the opportunity last weekend to go on a day trip to the thermal baths of Papallacta and to enjoy the wonderfully warm water of the baths and the nature. We left Quito by car at 8 o’clock in the morning and passed the Cayambe-Coca National […]
Carnival in Quito – a colorful experience Maria S. Two weeks ago carnival was celebrated in Ecuador. The holiday lasted from Saturday to Tuesday. I never had spent Carnival in Quito before, so I was excited to see what the Ecuadorian capital would offer. Various program items that I had read in an agenda from […]
What to do at the Mitad del Mundo JULIA One of the many special features of Ecuador is its location on the equator. Therefore, during a trip to this beautiful and diverse country, a visit to the equator should not be missed. In the north of the capital Quito is one of the most popular […]
Visit to the domes of the churches of Quito SOLEQMASTER Get to know the city of Quito from above. The other day our agency, SOLEQ.travel, was invited by the metropolitan public company of Quito Tourism Destination Management to get to know one of the secrets of the city of Quito. This time I was the […]
Current entry regulations for Ecuador and Galapagos Maria S. Last Uptdate: 11.02.2022 As in the whole world, the regulations for entering Ecuador and Galapagos are currently changing very frequently due to the Covid-19 pandemic. With this article we want to give you an overview of current regulations and measures for your trip to Ecuador and […]
Beach trip to Mompiche EMILIA Over the last holidays in November we packed our suitcases and headed to the coast of Ecuador. To be more precisely, to the small fishing village of Mompiche in the province of Esmeraldas. The place is more than small – in fact, it consists of only two streets and a […]
Guided city tour Quito: Ruta Romance y Libertadores EMILIA Last week we had the opportunity to take part in a guided tour through the old town of Quito, Ecuador’s capital. The theme of the route is “Romance and Liberators” and takes its guests to the city’s historic churches and squares. Everything revolves around the love […]
A visit to the province of the lagoons – Imbabura JULIA THE UNEXPLORED NORTH OF ESMERALDAS – A REGION WORTH SEEING Even before I arrived in Ecuador I knew that I really wanted to visit the artisan market in Otavalo. However, I didn’t know that the province in which Otavalo is located is so incredibly […]
10 must-see places in Quito JULIA Quito is the capital of Ecuador and due to its altitude of 2850 meters it is the highest capital in the world. With its 1.4 million inhabitants, Quito is the second largest city in the country, after Guayaquil. The historic center of the Andean metropolis was declared a World […]
New marine reserve in the eastern Pacific Master There is good news for the Pacific: As part of the UN climate summit, Ecuador, Colombia, Panama and Costa Rica announced the establishment of one of the largest and most biodiverse marine reserves in the world. This will significantly increase and join already existing protected waters in […]
Exploring Ecuador’s Charms: Ambato and Patate JULIA Most tourists know the small town of Baños, located to the south of Quito on the edge of the rainforest. But not as many people know the places Ambato and Patate, which you can pass on the way there. In the following blog I will write about my […]
A day at the Pyramids of Cochasqui DAYANA One of the archaeological sites near the city of Quito, capital of Ecuador, are the Pyramids of Cochasqui, which are located at 3100 meters above sea level. From the historic center, you have an 1 hour and 30 minute drive along a first class road. From the […]
From Quitsato to Otavalo – the most beautiful destinations in the province of Imbabura MICHELLE The way to quitsato Come with us FROM QUITSATO TO OTAVALO – THE MOST BEAUTIFUL DESTINATIONS IN THE PROVINCE OF IMBABURALast weekend it was time for a new adventure in Ecuador. Otavalo is one of the must-sees here, so we […]
Quilotoa lagoon – A great place kayaking MICHELLE Last weekend I decided to do one of the day trips I’ve been dreaming about since the beginning of my stay in Ecuador – visiting Quilotoa Lagoon. In this blog you will learn everything you need to know about the destination itself, how to get there, the […]
a tour through quito’s historical city center MICHELLE If you have just arrived in Ecuador, you will be interested in visiting the best places in Quito. But even if you have already spent a few weeks in the country, there are still corners that have remained hidden. Therefore, we decided to do the Quito City […]
Laguna de yambo – discover ecuador’s breathtaking nature MICHELLE GETTING TO THE LAGOON Do you know already die LAGUNA DE YAMBO? DISCOVER with me ECUADOR’S BREATHTAKING NATURE. My first excursion outside the national capital Quito was to the “Laguna de Yambo” near Latacunga, about two hours away by car. Already the drive there was an […]
Cueva de los Tayos –an unforgettable experience MICHELLE Arriving at cueva de los tayos On May 21 2021, we started our trip to the famous Cueva de los Tayos. On that morning, we were so excited because we didn’t know what to expect. Cueva de los Tayos is situated in the province Morena Santiago of […]
A weekend in Puyo – starting poinT for exploring the Ecuadorian Amazon. MARIA The best way to get to know a country is to be shown and explained by locals. I have a friend in Puyo and after the long time when all of Ecuador was at a standstill because of the coronavirus, I decided […]
Pack for a Purpose – Little Effort. Big Impact. DIEGO Make a Difference with Pack for a Purpose! Pack for a Purpose (PfaP) is an initiative that serves as a link between communities, schools or hospitals with multiple needs and travelers. Those do not only pack their clothes, but also some supplies, which they donate […]
Ecuador is a safe travel destination – visit it! MATHEW I can assure you that Ecuador is one of the most beautiful destinations in South America, and if you are planning a visit but feel unsure because of the reputation that precedes South America as “risky”; let me tell you that it is somehow natural […]
Mathy eCUador opens its doors for tourism again last updated: 03.02.2022 Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, several countries have issued entry restrictions, establishing health and safety measures for foreign tourists. Ecuador is not exempt from that, but it is among the countries that are open to tourism and have allowed travelers from various countries […]
Museum tip Quito: Guayasamin residence and the Capilla del Hombre Maria S. Visiting the Guayasamin museum If you have a few hours in Quito, you should visit the Guayasamin Museum. The museum is located in the Bellavista district directly at the foot of the Parque Metropolitano. The location itself is impressive, because from here you […]
MARIA Guayaquil – The jewel of the Pacific celebrates 200 years of independence On October 9, 2020, the independence of the Ecuadorian port city of Guayaquil was celebrated 200 times. A good occasion to take a closer look at the jewel of the Pacific Ocean, as the city is called by the locals. The Ecuadorian […]
mirardor indichuris: incredible viewpoint in the amazon Angela One of the cities in Ecuador that is considered an ‘entrance to the Amazon’ is Puyo. This city is itself not very interesting, but from here you can start your tour into the jungle. There are plenty of options to book an organized tour, but this blog […]
Ascent to the highest volcano in Ecuador: Chimborazo MARIA The fact that Riobamba as a travel destination is generally very often underestimated, I will go into more detail in another blog article about Riobamba itself. Now I will talk about the reason why most people visit Riobamba in the first place: The city is a […]
Cumbayá – the wealthy east of Quito MARIA CUMBAYÁ – THE WEALTHY EAST OF QUITO The typical Ecuador – in Quito you can experience this best in the historical old town. Because in the Centro Histórico street vendors do their business. Indigenous people perform their dances and you can have lunch in the colourful, crooked […]
Hiking around Santa Rita Eco-reserve Angela The SOLEQ.travel team set out to explore an area we did not know yet: Santa Rita Eco-reserve. A beautiful place in the middle of nature, that not a lot of people know about. As our team likes to keep their reputation of true Ecuador experts, we are always looking […]
Adventure tourism in Ecuador: an excursion to Baños SOLEQMASTER ADVENTURE TOURISM IN ECUADOR: AN EXCURSION TO BAÑOS Baños de Agua Santa (“The Baths of Holy Water”) is especially known for its hot springs, supposed to have special healing powers. In addition, Baños has become an obligatory destination for adventure tourism with its numerous activities in […]
Ibarra – a day in the white city Maria Ibarra is located about three hours north of Quito in the Andes. The capital of the Ecuadorian province of Imbabura was completely destroyed in 1868 and then rebuilt. The pretty old town was mostly kept in white, which is why Ibarra was given the additional name […]
the giant tortoise that ensures the survival of its species in Galapagos Maria THE GIANT TORTOISE THAT ENSURES THE SURVIVAL OF ITS SPECIES IN GALAPAGOS Diego, a giant tortoise of the species Chelonidis hoodensis, returns after 80 years to his home island Española, one of the uninhabited Galapagos Islands. In the 1930s Diego was brought […]
A walk through the historical old town of Quito – In times of Corona Maria It is Saturday, beginning of June 2020, three days after the first reductions in corona measures were also made in Quito. From 18 March to 2 June the city was more or less at a standstill. Curfew was from 14:00 […]
cuenca-our WEEKEND TRIP Dominik Read what there is to do on a trip to Cuenca and about my weekend trip. Cuenca is Ecuador’s third largest city. Also it is known for the unique heritage, the churches and the architecture. Herewith comes the Nickname Athens of Ecuador. I wanted to know how the City handles all […]
Ecuadorian carnival:colorful parades, concerts and carioca Angela As a Dutch girl with a catholic upbringing, I have celebrated carnival since I was young. Since I love the celebrations in the Netherlands, I was excited to experience what Ecuadorian carnival is like. So I planned a four-day trip to Ambato (the ‘Carnival capital’ of Ecuador) and […]