Ecuador & Galapagos Travel Blog: Guides, Itineraries and Tips
In our Ecuador Travel Blog we give you an insight into all the wonders that Ecuador has to offer. You can immerse yourself in the world of Ecuador’s hidden treasures by reading our most exciting reports. In our Ecuador Travel Blog we share with you the most beautiful trips we have taken ourselves, the most adventurous activities, the most delicious dishes and the most colourful festivities! We will tell you about mysterious, breathtaking places and the many faces of Ecuadorian culture that you will experience yourself on your travel to Ecuador!
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How to Experience Ecuador with Complete Confidence in 2026
The Experience Thousands Already Enjoy Over 1.4 million international visitors explored Ecuador in 2025, discovering a country that condenses into compact territory what other destinations offer across thousands of miles: enchanted islands that changed science, snow-capped volcanoes just hours from pristine Amazon rainforest, and colonial cities that seem frozen in time. The question isn’t whether Ecuador is accessible to international travelers, but how to experience

Best Time to Visit Ecuador & Galápagos 2026: A Complete Travel Guide Based on Real Experience
Why Choosing the Right Time Transforms Your Ecuador Adventure After exploring Ecuador across three different seasons, I can tell you that choosing when to visit this country isn’t just a minor detail. The difference between standing before a clear, majestic Cotopaxi versus seeing it hidden behind gray clouds for an entire week can define whether your trip becomes unforgettable or merely okay. Ecuador packs

La Mama Negra Festival in Latacunga: Complete Guide to Ecuador’s Most Colorful Celebration
When I arrived in Latacunga to witness the Mama Negra festival, I never imagined I would experience one of the most moving celebrations of my life. This traditional Ecuadorian festival is not simply another folkloric parade; it’s a sensory explosion that blends faith, history, and overflowing joy in the streets of Cotopaxi province. I perfectly remember how the drums reverberated in my chest as

Ecuador 2026: Best Hiking Routes & Andes Treks
Why Ecuador Is the Perfect Destination to Explore the Andes The Ecuadorian Andes are among the planet’s most fascinating mountain destinations—and not just because of the impressive stats their volcanoes boast. After years on these trails, I can say what truly sets hiking here apart is the rare mix of accessibility, diversity, and cultural richness. In many ranges you need weeks of expedition to
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Are you a vegetarian and don’t know what you will find in the numerous local names of traditional dishes, such as Humita and Llapingachos? Here you can get a lot of tips on what you should definitely try as a vegetarian in Ecuador!
Swimming with turtles, sea lions and sharks, sun bathing on a beautiful secluded beach, eating fresh lobster and watching amazing sunsets – all in one day? It is possible with an Island Hoppig Tour on the Galapagos! Here you can read all you need to know for Island Hopping on the Galapagos Islands!
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