Ecuador Adventure Tours
Highlights of Ecuador adventure tours
- Climb and cave together and explore the remarkable 185-meter-deep Cueva de los Tayos, a cave network with mysterious underground rivers and a 65-meter vertical descent.
- Swim with hammerhead sharks, penguins, Pacific green turtles and sea lions on the islands of the Galápagos archipelago on an Ecuador adventure trip.
- Hike through the rugged wilderness of Pasochoa Reserve, a dense forest spread across an ancient volcano.
- Ride the waves near the beaches of Montanita, a surfers’ haven said to have the best beach tours in Ecuador.
- Add mountain bike tours to your Ecuador adventure by hitting the 50-kilometer, mostly gravel and dirt road connecting Nono and Mindo, which includes a steep 8-kilometer climb.
- Dodge your way past growling waterfalls, steep rocks and rushing water while canyoning in Banos on an unforgettable Ecuador adventure tour.
- Get an exhilarating bird’s eye view of the Imbabura volcano and San Pablo lakes as you soar above the indigenous town of Otavalo in a hot air balloon.
Travel tips for adventure tours in Ecuador
- Learn a few key Spanish words and phrases for better communication with locals— 93% of Ecuadorians speak Spanish.
- Do your safety research. Though Banos is touted as a destination for bungee jumping, some travelers have raised concerns over the safety and quality of the jump.
- If you’re going spelunking in Cueva de los Tayos on an Ecuador adventure tour, keep in mind that some sections of the cave are more technical and may need specialized equipment.
