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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Torres del Paine W-Trek: Guide to Challenging Patagonian Trekking (2026)
The Torres del Paine W-Trek is not simply a hike in Chile. It’s a confrontation with one of the last truly untamed landscapes on Earth. At elevations between 1,200 and 2,500 meters (3,900 to 8,200 ft), this iconic Patagonian trekking classic traverses terrain that can only be understood in superlatives. The turquoise-gleaming water of Lago Pehoe, the imposing, gray-shimmering granite
Cartagena Colombia Travel: Caribbean Gem and Cultural Treasure (2026)
Located on Colombia‘s Caribbean coast, about 220 kilometers (137 mi) northwest of Barranquilla, Cartagena presents itself as an extraordinary mosaic: a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984, former stronghold of the slave trade, now a center of authentic Caribbean culture that deeply moves travelers seeking genuine encounters. The old town, surrounded by original colonial walls from the 16th century, radiates
Climbing Cotopaxi: Ecuador’s Most Active Volcano – Experience Report & Planning Guide (2026)
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 morning: the altitude, the scree, the wind sapped my strength. It’s difficult if not impossible to fully prepare for the reality on the mountain. Climbing Cotopaxi means more than just
Galápagos Family Trip: Natural Wonders with Kids (2026)
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 in the middle of the pier while a cluster of people formed, their evening stroll interrupted by the living obstacle. Some carefully squeezed past the sea lion with as much
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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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