Safety for women in Ecuador – a personal experience
As a young woman in Ecuador – How safe does it feel? When I told my family and friends that I was going to do my internship in Ecuador, most of their reactions were very
Category: Travelling in Ecuador
Quito Cathedral dome: A Unique Cultural Experience
Quito from Above: A Unique Cultural Experience Located in the heart of Quito’s Historic Center, the dome of the Metropolitan Cathedral is a hidden gem for travelers looking to explore the cultural and historical soul
Yasuni National Park – 4 Days at Sani Lodge. Experience Report Part 3
After arriving to Sani Lodge and spending two full days filled with interesting experiences and activities in the Yasuní area, today is about the departure and I also share some personal tips and advices for
Yasuni National Park – 4 Days at Sani Lodge. Experience Report Part 2
Parrot Clay Lick, Hike in the National Park, and Kichwa Community In the last blog post, we wrote about the arrival and the second day in Yasuní National Park. Today’s blog article is all about
Yasuni National Park – 4 Days at Sani Lodge. Experience Report Part 1
Day 1: Arrival and Forest Hikes During my trip to Ecuador this year, I had the opportunity to take a tour in the Yasuni National Park. I would spend four days and three nights at
Conquering the Pasochoa Volcano at 4200 Meters Above Sea Level
The “Lonely Widower” The name Pasochoa comes from two words in the Panzalean language: “Paso” meaning “widower” and “Chu” meaning “lonely”. Therefore it is known as the “Lonely Widower”. The Volcano owes its name to
Ruta Escondida – Secret Route. Part 2: Atahualpa
Atahualpa, the Hidden Treasure on the Secret Route Near Quito After visiting Perucho, the next fascinating stop is Atahualpa, the hidden treasure close to Quito. Nestled among mountains and green valleys, this small town is
Ruta Escondida – Secret Route. Part 1: Perucho
An Escape to Discover the Hidden Destinations of Quito: Perucho Hiding among the mountains, just an hour and 15 minutes from the capital and 55 kilometers away, is the oldest rural parish of Quito, called
Travel experience: Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 2
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
Travel experience: Ecuador and Galapagos round trip part 1
In the following three blog articles, we would like to share with you the experiences and impressions of two of our travelers who made a round trip through Ecuador in February 2023, followed by a