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At Isla de los Pajaros (Bird Island), you don’t have to fly all the way to the Galapagos to enjoy Ecuador’s diverse birdlife. This private day trip from Guayaquil takes you from Puerto Morro through the mangrove forests of the coast to an island where numerous species of migratory birds make their home. Spot frigates, albatross, pink herons, cormorants, and boobies in their natural environments.

Don’t worry about matching the pace of a large tour group or waiting for other travelers during this private full-day excursion to Cotopaxi National Park. Instead, go at your own speed alongside a professional guide as you hike the Cotopaxi Volcano, marvel over the Limpiopungo Lagoon, and enjoy a traditional Ecuadorian lunch, ideal for travelers who want a personalized experience.

Get a sense of the architecture, history, and culture of Quito during this private tour visiting the city’s top sights. Start with an exploration of the historic city center of this Ecuadorian capital, visiting its main Basilica, Independence Plaza, and many more colonial-era sites. Then take a trip aboard the Teleférico to a peak more than 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above the city for sublime views, finishing your day at ‘Mitad del Mundo,’ a monument marking where the earth’s equator splits the world into north and south.

Relax your weary muscles after days of sightseeing when you book a tour to the volcanic hot springs of Papallacta. Depart from Quito in private transportation and head to the springs that are said to have healing properties by the local Andean community. Enjoy hours of relaxation time in the pools, learn about the facilities from your guide, and admire the surrounding views.

Enjoy this full-day tour of Otavalo Marketplace, the largest Indigenous market in Latin America. Departing Quito, you’ll travel to Otavalo Marketplace, to browse stalls for colorful, artisan souvenirs and delicious flavors. See, too, the famous equator monument and stop in Peguche to visit a waterfall and a local family to learn about local music.

Volcanoes and roses? If possible! In a full day private tour from Quito we can visit the lower part of the Cotopaxi National Park, enter its interpretation center, have lunch (not included) in one of the oldest and most historic haciendas in Ecuador, and finally visit a plantation. to know the planting and cultivation process of one of our main export products such as the Ecuadorian Rose.

Cover more ground than you could alone and make the most of your time in Quito during this private full-day excursion to Baños de Agua Santa, ideal for adventurous and time-pressed travelers. Plus, benefit from the undivided attention of your bilingual guide as you explore various microclimates and try the adventure activities that appeal to you.

Mindo, just two hours from Quito, is in a biodiverse cloud forest that's home to hundreds of species of birds and butterflies. This full-day tour with a private driver and guide stops at a butterfly farm and a tour of a chocolate factory, plus a cable car ride to access beautiful waterfalls. Note: all entrance fees and the cable car ride are at your own expense.

Discover the best of Guayaquil on this half-day experience that highlights the city's history, cultural diversity, and varied Ecuadorian cuisine. In a short amount of time see the gardens, birds, and monkeys of Historic Park, as well as the architecture of the old city. Plus learn all about chocolate with a visit to the Cocoa Museum and a cacao factory where you can see the chocolate-making process from bean to bar.

Discover the best that Quito has to offer as you embark on a sightseeing tour of the city. Alongside a private guide, take in the views of Quito from the teleferico cable car and take a guided walking tour of the Old Town. Then, visit the 'Middle of the World' monument to learn more about the effects of the equator line.

1. Rafting (Pastaza River Level III –IV) 2. Canopy (1300 meters round trip) 3. Canyonig (Chamana Waterfall) 9:00 AM - RAFTING (Includes a Lunch and Photos and videos) Our motto is to provide a safe and fun tour This unique river (28 kilometers long) is listed as one of the best rivers in the world for rafting, offering all who visit it an experience of adventure and contemplation of nature. 2:30 p.m. - CANOPY The zip line, also called canopy, is an adventure sport that consists of sliding down a steel cable from one point to another at a lower height. 300 meters above a beautiful waterfall called EL MANTO DEL NOVIA 3:30 p.m. - CANYONING We descend 4 waterfalls with the last largest waterfall in Baños the Cascada del Silencio with a height of 50 meters. www.explorjunglec.com

The day is yours-we can go wherever you want! Share your interests and we’ll handcraft your ideal Ecuadorian adventure—whether it's exploring Quito’s historic center, hiking Cotopaxi, visiting Quilotoa’s crater lake, or chasing waterfalls in Baños. From iconic highlights to hidden gems, we’ll create a flexible, personalized itinerary just for you. Travel like a local with your Ecuadorian guide and friend—our day could explore local eats, artesan markets, ancestral ceremonies, city architecture, volcano views, scenic drives, waterfall swims, and more! Skip conventional tourism and join us for meaningful travel. All net profits support our sister onprofit, Awaken Foundation, which empowers Indigenous and rural communities across the Amazon, Andes, and coast through health and wellbeing, education, and bioeconomics projects. When you travel with us, you support the development of self-sufficient, empowered Ecuadorian communities! So book with us and travel with purpose!

Spend a half day exploring both the city of Guayaquil and the Cocoa Route with a private guide. The private tour is done at your own pace, so you can maximize your experience. In private transport, you and your guide will visit a nearby cocoa plantation, and enjoy a hands-on experience with chocolate making. After lunch (included), experience the excitement of Ecuador’s largest city— Guayaquil—stopping at the Malecon Simón Bolívar and more.

Travel with me as your guide for an unparalleled journey. With a deep passion for storytelling and a commitment to personalized experiences, I transform ordinary trips into extraordinary adventures. My in-depth knowledge, cultural insights, and seamless logistics ensure a stress-free exploration. Whether delving into historical marvels, savoring local flavors, or embracing nature's wonders, every moment is tailored to your desires. From vibrant markets to hidden gems, I unveil the heart of each destination, fostering a connection that transcends the ordinary. Choose me as your guide, and let's embark on a transformative voyage where every step is a discovery.

Create your perfect adventure on a customizable private tour of the Mindo Cloud Forest. Possible themes include amateur birding, natural history, nature hikes (all levels offered), and cultural immersion. This excursion is set at your pace, whichever activities and attractions you choose. A set itinerary option visits an orchid reserve, Milpe Bird Sanctuary, Mindo, the equator line, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Quito are included.

Two of Ecuador's most popular destinations combine to bring natural beauty and adventure to this full-day tour from Quito. In Cotopaxi National Park, appreciate the park's snow-capped centerpiece, the nearly 20,000-foot (nearly 6,000-meter) Cotopaxi Volcano, while strolling around a lagoon favored by birds. In the town of Banos, local culture, waterfalls, and the country's much-photographed Tree House swing in the clouds await.

Visit two of the world’s most interesting locations on a full-day private tour. First, visit one of only two inhabited volcanic craters in the world and see how locals are living. Then, head to the Intiñan Museum to visit the exact division of the northern and southern hemispheres at 00º 00’ 00”. Lastly, head to Quito for a tour of the world’s first UNESCO-listed city and learn about its rich history.

Explore the rugged surroundings and stunning scenery of Cotopaxi National Park and Cotopaxi Volcano during this full-day trip. Enjoy a short hike into the Limpiopungo Valley before driving ever-higher into this sky-high region, stopping at the 15,800-foot (4830-meter) Padre Rivas Refuge. If you’re feeling up for it, you’ll continue to the 16,500-foot (5,050-meter) Cotopaxi Glacier. This Cotopaxi day trip also includes national park fees, a guide, bottled water, round-trip hotel transport and an optional trip upgrade with lunch.

Swap the bustle of Quito for the natural beauty of Mindo, a small mountain town home to an abundance of nature, on a private tour from Ecuador’s capital. You’ll tick off all the highlights—which include a nature reserve, waterfall, zipline, and chocolate factory—without having to book each one separately or navigate between them.

With this two day tour you can enjoy the most popular places to visit while you are in Cuenca. It is a tour for all tastes, you can enjoy history while walking through the Inca ruins, gastronomy while you are in Gualaceo, shopping on your visit to Chordeleg and for nature lovers there is the Cajas National Park. We have everything for all tastes

For an unparalleled nature experience, take a day tour to Antisana Volcano.  After morning pickup from your hotel, you’ll set off to hike along the Andean slopes with your private guide.  Along the way, you’ll spot exciting species like carunculated caracara puma, and the noteworthy Andean condor. Explore the flora and fauna at your own pace. You’ll dine at a local restaurant for lunch, before being returned to your lodgings.

Journey to the beautiful Quilotoa volcano, driving through stunning mountain scenery and stopping to visit local Andean communities, during this day trip from Quito. Travel along the spectacular ‘Avenue of Volcanoes’ passing beneath its towering peaks, eventually stopping at a village of an indigenous community, to explore a local home and learn about their daily life. Finish your day with a trip to the lagoon inside Quilotoa volcano. This day trip includes a guide, entrance fees, round-trip hotel transport, and lunch.

This shuttle transfer service is a comfortable and efficient way to travel between Cuenca and Guayaquil. Simply choose the time, date, and location that works for you, and enjoy a convenient door-to-door service. No need to share the ride with other passengers—this is a private service just for your party.

This small-group adventure is a stress-free way to see the magnificent Pailon del Diablo waterfall route and Tungurahua volcano in a day. After a private pickup, you can ride comfortably in a private vehicle with a guide to entertain you with commentary. After marveling at the waterfalls, continue to La Casa del Arbol, an outdoor adventure park famed for its exhilarating swing and treehouse.