Ecuador Wildlife Tours 2024/2025

Ecuador’s remarkable biodiversity makes it a magnet for wildlife enthusiasts and bird lovers. Join one of our wildlife tours in Ecuador to discover what inspired a young Charles Darwin to think differently about how life evolves after he landed in the Galapagos Islands, home to creatures not found in other parts of the world. El Chato Tortoise Reserve in the Santa Cruz highlands is an excellent place to see the magnificent giant tortoises, as well as birds like Darwin’s finches and short-eared owls. El Oriente, a world-renowned biodiversity zone that accounts for 30 percent of Ecuador’s landmass, teems with wildlife, and you are sure to spot howler monkeys, spider monkeys and pink river dolphins. If you plan your Ecuador wildlife tours between June and September, do not forget to head to the coastal Machalilla National Park to glimpse the 36-tonne humpback whale.

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Galapagos Island Hopping Diving Budget Experience 8D/7N

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8 day adventure trip in Ecuador, visiting Quito, San Cristobal Island and Isla Santa Cruz. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Adventure & Wildlife
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days08 From US$ 1,291 View Tour
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Galapagos Adventure: Northern Islands (Grand Daphne)

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7 day wildlife tour through Quito, San Cristobal Island, Santa Fe Island and 3 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Sailing, yachting and motor boating +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Flight
  • Age Range 12-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days07 From US$ 4,820 US$ 3,976
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Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 5D/4N

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5 day adventure trip in Ecuador, visiting Lago Agrio, Cuyabeno Reserve and Quito. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Adventure & Wildlife +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Transport Boat & Bus
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 772 View Tour
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Galapagos & Amazon (Archipel I)

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I hoped for a lot, but expected nothing (especially in the Amazon) but we saw more wildlife than I k ...
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Marine wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel, Lodge & Yacht Cabin
  • Transport Flight, Yacht & Bus
  • Age Range 16-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days15 From US$ 11,550 View Tour
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Classic Galapagos: Central Southern Islands (Grand Queen Beatriz)

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10 day sailing, yachting and motor boating trip through Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island and 5 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Sailing, yachting and motor boating & Wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus, Ferry, Flight, Private Vehicle & Minibus
  • Age Range 12-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 7,705 US$ 6,404
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Galapagos Voyage: Back in Time - Premium Adventure

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9 day wildlife tour through Guayaquil, San Cristobal Island, South Plaza Island and 6 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Marine wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Ship Cabin
  • Transport Flight, Cruise Ship, Boat, Bus & Yacht
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days09 From US$ 11,925 View Tour
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  • Aug 16 Only 8 seats left
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Yasuni Amazon Expedition 5D/4N

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5 day adventure tour in Ecuador, visiting Coca, Napo Cultural Center and Quito. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Adventure & Wildlife +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Transport Boat & Bus
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days05 From US$ 1,705 View Tour
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Absolute Galapagos (Grand Daphne)

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17 day sailing, yachting and motor boating trip through Quito, Puerto Ayora, Floreana Island and 14 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Sailing, yachting and motor boating & Wildlife +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Ferry
  • Age Range 12-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days17 From US$ 14,085 US$ 11,488
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5-Day Galapagos Land-based Tour: Santa Cruz & Isabela

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5 day trekking and hiking tour in Ecuador, visiting Isla Santa Cruz, Tintoreras and Baltra Island. Read More
  • Tour Type Group Tour
  • Activities Trekking and Hiking & Marine wildlife +3 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat & Ferry
  • Age Range 5-80 yrs
  • Operated in English, Spanish
days05 From US$ 1,635 View Tour
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Galapagos at a Glance: Southern Islands (Grand Daphne)

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6 day wildlife trip in Ecuador, visiting Quito, Isla Baltra and Floreana Island. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Sailing, yachting and motor boating +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel
  • Transport Boat, Bus & Flight
  • Age Range 12-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days06 From US$ 3,825 US$ 3,180
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Cuyabeno Amazon Eco-Lodge Adventure 6D/5N

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6 day adventure trip in Ecuador, visiting Lago Agrio, Cuyabeno Reserve and Quito. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Adventure & Wildlife +1 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Lodge
  • Transport Boat & Bus
  • Age Range 18-99 yrs
  • Operated in English
days06 From US$ 895 View Tour
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Galápagos — Central, South & East Islands aboard the Yolita

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10 day sailing, yachting and motor boating trip through Quito, North Seymour Island, Cerro Brujo and 6 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Sailing, yachting and motor boating & Wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Yacht Cabin
  • Transport Flight, Bus, Yacht & Private Vehicle
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
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Galápagos — North, West & Central Islands aboard the Yolita

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10 day sailing, yachting and motor boating trip through Quito, Bachas Beach, Genovesa Island and 7 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Sailing, yachting and motor boating & Wildlife +2 more
  • Accommodation Hotel & Yacht Cabin
  • Transport Bus, Yacht, Flight, Private Vehicle & Boat
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 6,299 US$ 5,039
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Galapagos Encounter - Archipel I (Itinerary D)

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10 day wildlife trip through Quito, Isla Santa Cruz, Isabela Island and 8 other destinations in Ecuador. Read More
  • Tour Type Small Group Tour
  • Activities Wildlife & Safari
  • Accommodation Hotel & Yacht Cabin
  • Transport Flight, Bus & Yacht
  • Age Range 12-95 yrs
  • Operated in English
days10 From US$ 8,400 View Tour
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5 - Excellent
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GALAPAGOS WILDLIFE CRUISE + Napo
4 - Very Good
  • Anonymous
“I'm glad I did the two week cruise to see the different terrain, flora and fauna. A great experience to get so close to wild animals. I can't swim, but with the help of a bouyancy aid and hired snorkel, mask and fins it was fantastic.”
Galapagos - March 2016
5 - Excellent
  • Anonymous
“The wildlife was amazing,especially the snorkelling where we got to see penguins,white tipped reef sharks,green turtles,eagle rays and numerous colourful fish and rays. The crew of the cachalote and guide Christina were all very good and the food was great The only gripe i have,is that our tour operator flew us to quito on the return journey where we had anight in quito and flew home the next day.we left the ship early and our return flight from galapagos stopped at guayaquil before going on to quito. most passengers got out at guayaquil and connected to flights home that day, but we went on to quito,only to board a plane the next day that stopped at guayaquil,where we had to get off the plane for an hour and then fly back in the direction quito for amsterdam! this resulted in at least one days wasted holiday day,extra flight time and the price of meals and accommodation at quito.Suggest in future,passengers fly into quito at start hol and then fly home via guayaquil.”
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5 - Excellent
  • Thomas P.
“This trip was a life-changing experience that allowed me to experience such a diverse continent with multiple cultures. Moreover, it enabled me to witness some of the most spectacular landscapes and scenery I have ever seen in the world.”

Ecuador Wildlife Tours

Highlights of Ecuador Wildlife Tours

  • Spot the Galapagos fur seals, the Galapagos barn owl and the bullhead shark — all endemic to the island or found in the waters near it.
  • Head to the Punta Espinoza in the Galapagos to see marine iguanas sunning themselves on black lava soil.
  • Take a boat tour near Puerto Lopez to see dolphins and sea lions or go swimming with whales with an experienced guide.
  • See primates like squirrel monkeys and wooly monkeys in the cloud forest region of Ecuador, along with birds like plate-billed toucans and tanagers.
  • Explore the thrilling wildlife in and around the Amazon River, and look out for piranhas, stingrays, eels, iguanas and anacondas.

Travel Tips for Wildlife Trips in Ecuador

  • Carry cash while traveling in the Amazonian forests or other remote places, as you are unlikely to find an ATM or bank nearby.
  • Learning a few Spanish phrases will be useful if you need to speak with locals.
  • Ecuador’s coastal and forest areas can see more rainfall from October to May, so pack accordingly.
  • A proper hat, sunscreen and insect repellent are a must while going on Ecuador wildlife tours.
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