About the tour
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Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
Highlights
Visit the Otavalo Weaving studio and get a lesson from local weaver.
Explore villages and learn about traditional handicrafts and folk art from locals.
Traverse the Amazon jungle with a local naturalist guide.
Learn about the relationship between cultures and the plants around them at the Jardín Botánico Las Orquídeas.
Be surrounded by towering volcanoes
Itinerary
Discover Ecuador’s dazzling biodiversity and indigenous heritage on a nine-day wildlife tour designed for experienced and senior travelers seeking an easy-paced yet immersive experience. Travel from Quito’s Andean heights to the lush Amazon, where guided nighttime walks and visits to animal sanctuaries bring you face-to-face with unique creatures. Hike amid the dramatic vistas of Cotopaxi National Park, crowned by the towering volcano, and delve into local traditions with visits to an Amazonian community and the vibrant Jardin Botanico Las Orquideas. This trip’s standout feature is its perfect blend of wildlife encounters and cultural immersion, offering an in-depth look at Ecuador’s natural and human riches in comfort and style.

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Customer Reviews
Excellent
This has to be in my top five greatest adventures! Not only did I get to see and experience what Ecuador has to offer, but also learned about the local cuisine, the people, the markets, and the wilderness, which was a time that I did not want to end. Even our New Year's Eve experience in the Ecuadorian tradition was memorable. The people in our group were all amazing and everyone had a great time, especially while white water rafting in Banos!
Excellent
This experience was truly eye opening and exceeded my expectations, so glad I gave National Geographic a try and now I feel inspired to book another one!
Excellent
This was just an amazing itinerary perfectly balanced. Well thought out. I highly recommend it to anyone..
Excellent
Had never been interior Ecuador before. A great introduction to the country. Made us want to see more! Another G-Adventures?? Only if I could have Elmer for the guide!
Excellent
Very enjoyable, tour as advertised, would highly recommend
Excellent
National Geographic Journeys are the way to go. Felt more immersed, hotel selections were unique and so nice. Great experience overall. CEOs make G Adventures the best
Excellent
We had unforgettable time on this tour. Elmer and Kevin really helpful, reliable, available and just superb! We loved every minute of it. Thank you!
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This was a fantastic trip, Ecuador is a beautiful country and I learned and saw so much. Our CEO Frank was excellent and made the trip a great experience!
Excellent
A wonderful way to experience all that Ecuador has to offer with a high quality level of accommodations, transportation and tour guide. Will definitely travel with Gadventures again!
Excellent
An amazing trip! Beyond exceeded our expectations. This is our first trip with G Adventures. We were impressed from the very beginning with booking process to the trip itself. There were so many wonderful experiences that we would never have had the opportunity if we planned this trip on our own. Our CEO, Maria Sol, was fabulous. She kept the group well informed, was easily accessible, and so knowledgeable! We look forward to many more G Adventure trips in the future!!
Excellent
Was a great trip.
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