Small but mighty, Ecuador might not be one of the South American big boys but there’s no shortage of adventure here. Perhaps best known as the jumping off point for the Galapagos Islands, there’s still plenty on the mainland to enjoy.
Whilst we didn’t get the chance to visit the Galapagos, the beautiful Quilotoa Loop was a highlight of South America. The adventure town of Banos offers plenty of entertainment and Quito is one of the most beautiful capitals you will see anywhere.
Eat Chocolate. Does Ecuador produce the best chocolate on the planet? Quite possibly, we’ll let you decide.
Sleep There’s a couple of standout hostels on the Quilotoa Loop which provide much needed rest after a days trekking. Check out The Black Sheep Inn eco-lodge and Hostal Llullu Llama, both on the route.
Try Mountain biking, rafting, cliff swings, bungee jumping and horseback riding. Banos has a wealth of adventure options for travellers.
Do The Quilotoa Loop. Three to five days of trekking through stunning countryside, it can feel like you have Ecuador all to yourself. Don’t let stories of steep climbs or altitude put you off – it’s not something to skip.
Don’t Cross the border into Peru by land. The terrible crisis in Venezuela has meant that hundreds of thousands of migrants are using this border to cross either in or out of the country. Take is from us, you don’t want to queue in the rain for 12 hours here.
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