Loved my first GAdventure trip and definitely more to come. Our guide Carlos with very informative, time management was good and he was always readily available to assist with any request. Beautiful destinations, great excursions and free time to explore on my own
Had an amazing group of people for my 2 week journey and felt like family.
Rainforest and jungle visits
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Hut
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Cuenca, Banos, Tena, Papa
Quito, Cuenca, Banos, Tena, Papallacta, Otavalo, Cotopaxi National Park
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A short trip but a good way to experience the highlands of Ecuador.
Highlights are Cotopaxi mountain lodge and national park and Cuenca. Both beautiful places.
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
12-100 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi Nationa
Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi National Park, Cuenca
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Explore Cotopaxi National Park with a full-day excursion. Admire the Cotopaxi volcano and the stunning plateau on which it sits — you might even see wild horses grazing! All ages are welcome to hike the glacier, and experienced cyclists can opt to bike.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Really enjoyed the variety of things to see and do.
Galapagos Islands were amazing and pleased to see that they are trying hard to protect the local environment and native animals and educate the next generation.
Loved the giant tortoises and the way local rangers are protecting them from extinction from hand rearing eggs to releasing them when they are older.
Blue footed Boobies were a highlight of mine to see, only wish I had seen the red footed boobies as well.
The visit to the rose farm was an eye opener as I hadn't realised that Ecuador was such a productive place for roses and exportation, the employees all looked happy and relaxed.
Interesting visit to Condor sanctuary and the way they are rehabilitating injured birds and introducing them into the countryside.
Active and outdoorWildlife
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Guayaquil, Sierra Negra
Quito, Guayaquil, Sierra Negra, Isla Santa Cruz, Santa Fe Island, Tortuga Bay, Otavalo, Laguna Cuicocha, Mindo, Cotopaxi National Park, Galapagos Islands, Puerto Villamil
Ecuador is a land of variety: from snowcapped mountains, lush cloud forests to horizon-stretching coastlines.
Adventure riders from around the globe descend to the country to experience its varied topography, which changes in a matter of hours.
During this 10-day tour you will ride to mountain villages, you will cross the equator, see volcanoes, crater lakes, historic towns and world heritage sites.Enjoy the nature and surrounding in your own pace while riding an enduro motorbike through natural parks, paramo, dirt roads and serpentines in the Ecuadorian back country.
It's an adventure you won't find in any other parts. Put on your gloves and strap on your helmet and join us for an unforgettable time on the road!
Motorcycle tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
18-60 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Quito, Banos, Cotopaxi National
Quito, Banos, Cotopaxi National Park, Mindo, Machachi, Mt Illinizas, Chugchilán, Salinas De Guaranda, Chimborazo, Papallacta
Summit some of the tallest volcanoes in Ecuador, ending with an epic climb of Cotopaxi (5,897m). This specialized climbing tour is perfect for all levels of climbers, be it beginners or advanced. In seven days, you will acclimatize and start your climbs at lower altitudes, like for example Pasochoa and Corazon, to train before setting your sights on your ultimate challenge: the Cotopaxi volcano, one of the highest active volcanoes in the world.
With support of a professional and bilingual guide, you will gain knowledge and experience that will help you reach the summit of the Cotopaxi. Climbing between 4,000 – 6,000 metres above sea level opens up a unique landscape above the clouds and presents unforgettable views of Ecuador with Quito to the north, and Chimborazo and Tungurahua to the south.
MountainsClimbingVolcanoes
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Guest House
Age Range
12-75 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Quito, Cotopaxi National Park, H
Quito, Cotopaxi National Park, Hostería PapaGayo Cotopaxi, Pasochoa, Corazon, Illiniza Norte, Volcán Cotopaxi
Mountain bike through the diverse Ecuadorian landscape in this journey full of speed, adrenaline and stunning panoramas. The exciting and challenging trails take you through some the most stunning areas of Ecuador as you make your way through the Avenue of Volcanoes, Cotopaxi National Park, the Quilotoa crater Lagoon, the Pululahua Volcano and Nono.
Along the way, you’ll also get to hike through lush rainforest, explore indigenous villages and relax at comfortable accommodations.
Our professional and bilingual guides make sure you experience these amazing places in the most exciting and safest way possible. The daily routes in this beautiful tour range from 20 to 50 km and provides a nice variety between easy and difficult routes.
Explore Ecuador from a unique vantage point!
Mountain biking
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
12-75 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi Nationa
Quito, Otavalo, Cotopaxi National Park, Mindo, Lloa, Chugchilán
Experience the Ecuadorian Andes and the breathtaking Bomboli Cloud Forest at the same time on horseback. From wide-open fields to small trails in the deepest of forests, this tour takes you on an adventure unlike many others.
Our horses are well-trained with the basics of natural horsemanship, which makes the ride safer & the horses themselves even better adventure partners!
Before embarking on the horseback journey, you'll time to learn about your horse over a short trek. After you become more comfortable, we'll start the tour that covers about 70 km (44 miles) across mountainous and forest terrain. We highly recommend it to experienced riders.
Let’s make amazing new memories!
This was one of the best "Discovery" tours I have been on with Explore. It felt like a real adventure, with the excursions to the volcanoes Cotopaxi and Chimborazo and the boat trips on the Napo river, a tributary of the Amazon. Our tour leader, Fabian, and driver, William, were both excellent. The accommodation was generally very good, with the exception being the Riobamba hotel. I find the comments by a previous reviewer about the current power outages in Ecuador to be absurd. The outages were a mild inconvenience (to us - although I pity the Ecuadorian people) but there were absolutely no security or food safety issues as a result. When I travel in (e.g.) South America I don't expect everything to be just like it is in my cosy Western European home! My one criticism of this trip is that there were far too many shopping stops that were thinly disguised as "cultural visits" - I counted at least ten of these. The number should be at least halved. I mean, what on earth do painted balsa wood parrots have to do with the culture of Ecuador? Or carved nut kernels, for that matter?
Active and outdoorExplorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
16-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Quito, Guayaquil, Riobamba, Cuen
Quito, Guayaquil, Riobamba, Cuenca, Otavalo, Peguche, Cotopaxi National Park, Tena, Misahualli, Misicocha, Banos
On this 14-day guided tour trip, you will visit the highlights of both Ecuador and Peru. Experience the highlights of the City of Quito, Cotopaxi National Park, the Galapagos Islands: Santa Cruz, El Chato, Charles Darwin Station, Pinzon Island / Isabela Island, Tintoreras, and Cabo Rosa Tunnels.
In Peru, you will have the opportunity to get to know the highlights of the ancient Inca civilization. Explore the city of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, the mountain of colors, and Machu Picchu. Visit Inca structures, and learn about the historic Inca settlements and their history.
You will be accompanied by a guide, who will assist you with anything you need. We will also provide you with transportation, accommodation and some meals.
Trekking and HikingWildlife
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
5-80 yrs
Operated in
english, spanish
Destinations
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Quito, Lima
Cusco, Machu Picchu, Quito, Lima, Galapagos Islands, Santa Cruz, Sacred Valley, Cotopaxi National Park, Mitad Del Mundo, Isla Isabela, Los Túneles