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See the incredible and unique birdlife of Ecuador with this birding excursion with an experienced guide. Departing in the early morning from Quito City or Mindo town, travel to private reserves and sanctuaries to discover species in their natural habitat. Potential spots include the Schistes geoffroyi, Andigena laminirostris and the Tangara heinei. The necessary equipment including a spotting scope, binoculars and tuned bird calls are included.

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!

With the snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano (the second highest active volcano in the world) at its heart, Cotopaxi National Park provides a playground for outdoor adventure south of Quito. With this day trip, explore the park’s forests, mountains, lakes, and other ecosystems and your own pace with expertise from your own private naturalist guide.

This itinerary is an exceptional combination because it manages to bring together history, adventure, science and nature in one day, allowing you to experience the diversity of Ecuador without getting too far away from Quito. You will start at the Pululahua Geobotanical Reserve, one of the few inhabited volcanoes in the world. The stop at Cascada El Rayo adds the perfect dose of adrenaline. It’s not just watching water fall; it’s a short hiking tour but ideal for enjoying nature and the pure air of the Andean Choco. The Alambi Reserve is a bird lovers’ paradise. It is famous worldwide for the ease with which hummingbirds of all colors can be observed at very close range. The “vibe” here is one of absolute peace; it is the perfect time to relax and marvel at the country’s biodiversity. Ending this magnificent day in Half the World gives the perfect cultural and scientific closure to the tour. It's the opportunity to set foot in each hemisphere at the same time.

Discover the beauty of the Ecuadorian jungle with this full-day tour of Banos. Save hours of research time and let a guide plan a perfect route for you, with transportation included to help you get between dispersed sites quickly. Along the way, see the treehouse of La Casa del Arbol, stroll along the Route of the Waterfalls, and hear fascinating cultural insights too.

If you are visiting Quito for the first time, the sheer size of Ecuador's capital can be overwhelming. Get oriented and enjoy a comprehensive introduction to the capital during a private sightseeing tour that gives you the freedom to customize your itinerary. Instead of using public transport, we will take you to the main sights in a private vehicle and visit the world famous Middle of the World monument.

We offer a guided tour with guides specialized in nature and activities that will make your trip an unforgettable experience.

If you’re visiting Quito for the first time, get an in-depth introduction to Ecuador’s capital on a private city tour that includes food tasting. Rather than navigating the metropolis alone, you’ll overcome the language barrier and get help making your way around with a local guide.

We connect authentic tourist destinations, local communities, and families, taking independent travelers to places others don't visit. We handle the logistics so you can focus on enjoying yourself: transportation, paid activities, and the flexibility to stay as long as you like. Enjoy the Quito- Baños adventure with the Jacamar Pass! Discover Ecuador in the most incredible way. Travel from Quito to Baños in a single day filled with epic landscapes, authentic culture, and unforgettable experiences. With Wanderbus, you'll visit Cotopaxi National Park and Quilotoa Lagoon, all while making your way to Baños on a unique tour you won't find anywhere else.

Embark on an adventure through Ecuador, visiting the imposing Cotopaxi Volcano and its national park. Explore Limpiopungo Lagoon and the Mariscal Sucre Interpretation Center to learn about the páramo and its lagoons. Meet Julián, a resident of the Andes, and discover his life alongside the guinea pig, considered a protector of energies. Then, visit the Los Ilinizas Ecological Reserve and the spectacular Toachi River Canyon. End in Quilotoa, where you can hike around the crater or descend to its emerald-green lagoon. A trip full of nature and culture. Don't miss it!

Discover Quito’s best in one unforgettable day on this private full-day tour. Ride the Teleférico to 13,000 feet (4,000 m) for breathtaking views of the Andes, stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Town with its colonial plazas, churches, and vibrant markets, and stand on both hemispheres at the Middle of the World Monument for an iconic photo. Unlike large group tours, this experience offers personalized attention, a flexible itinerary, and insider tips from your expert local guide. Whether it’s savoring a local snack, taking extra time at a viewpoint, or exploring hidden corners, the pace is yours to set. Enjoy private transportation, hotel pickup/drop-off, and a seamless itinerary that combines Quito’s top highlights with authentic cultural moments perfect for travelers who want comfort, flexibility, and a deeper connection to Ecuador’s capital.

This TOUR is the right mix among nature, culture, adventures, gastronomy and most important, it is a new experience for you to try.

Cover some of Quito's highlights, including the Middle of the World (Mitad del Mundo) and the Pululahua Crater, on this double-decker bus tour. During the half-day tour, you'll learn about the landmarks and popular attractions in Quito from your guide and enjoy VIP access to all of the attractions in the Middle of the World Complex.

This is one the best trips you can't miss while you are in Ecuador. Baños de Agua Santa is a famous tourist spot located in the east slope of the Andes Mountains. We describe this place like an entrance of the Amazonian region of the Country. The beautiful landscape, rivers, Waterfalls, friendly local people and great activities, of course! accompanied by our National Tour Guide will be a memorial trip in Ecuador.

This Mindo tour offers a unique experience in the heart of the cloud forest, with activities such as bird watching, visits to the butterfly, exploring the Mindo-Nambillo waterfall and a stop at a handcrafted chocolate factory. You can also enjoy exciting activities such as canopy and tubing. Ideal for nature and adventure lovers, this tour is perfect for any type of traveler. You can't miss it!

It is the second highest volcano in Ecuador with a height of 5897 meters. It is located in the eastern mountain range of the Andes. It is surrounded by other mountains such as Sincholagua, Pasochoa, Rumiñahui, all within the avenue of volcanoes. With its wonderful symmetrical shape, it is an excellence stratovolcano, translated from Quichua into Spanish as the neck of the moon.

This activity is designed for visitors who have an off day in Quito, after a tour ending in Quito you can do Termas Papallacta hot springs by Night too. Enjoy the Termas de Papallacta and Spa are located in the province of Napo, 3,300 meters above sea level, 1 hour from Quito. Surrounded by the Andean Mountains, the volcano Antisana, flora, and wildlife. It offers its visitors activities relaxation services and Spa, hot springs, whirlpools, and Turkish, sport fishing.

This popular private tour hits all of Quito's top attractions. Follow your expert local guide through the capital city's historic district, stand on the equator and ride on the highest gondola in South America. This full-day experience is perfect for travelers who want to gain insight and understanding into the history and culture of Quito.

Weary travelers seeking a nature escape from the hustle and bustle of Quito should look no further than Mindo. Well off the gringo trail, Mindo is just a two-hour drive from the city and is the perfect place to get in touch with nature. The area is known for its abundance of birds, plants, and butterflies, and also for its cocoa industry - so, on this tour, you can combine natural beauty with learning how to make chocolate. Getting to Mindo independently can be a hassle though, so having a guide join you makes this tour a straightforward option.

We invite you to discover and marvel at the colors, flavors and aromas in one of our traditional markets in Quito, in addition to venturing to 4100 meters in the Quito cable car, learn about the life of one of the most famous painters in Ecuador and Latin America and Finally, finish with a tasting of one of the emblematic Ecuadorian products such as fine aroma cocoa.

Experience the volcanoes of Cotopaxi National Park from a different perspective on this private excursion from Quito. Once you arrive at the park, embark on a hike to the Padre Ribas Refuge, where you can enjoy sweeping views of the area. Then, take a horseback ride around Cotopaxi Volcano before enjoying a delicious lunch with even more views of the Andean landscape.

Take a break from the busy streets of Quito and visit Ecuador’s second-highest summit, Cotopaxi Volcano, on this full-day tour. With a private guide, head to the top of the volcano and take in the surrounding views. Learn about the geological history of Ecuador, home to several volcanoes, and enjoy a short hike around Limpiopungo Lake.

Enjoy the most captivating place in the country, full of secrets, landscapes and adventures. You can learn about volcanoes, hummingbirds, plants, indigenous tribes, smells, local food like "cuy" (guinea pig), if this is to much, its included an "empanada chilena" or "helado de paila" (handmade ice cream). First at all we are going to admire a unique volcano crater in the world with people living inside. Next we have a temple in honor of the sun where we can feel energies coming from quarts, we can smell new fragances that balance our chakras. After lunch we head to a ceremony center to share with a preincan tribe and perform a " limpia"(energy bath), there we refresh with a cactus beverage. After all you can decide to hike(30 min) the oldest monument at the equator(00°00'03”), its a sacred hill where the sun had a totem pole, (please bring nice boots). This tour its for conscious people who enjoys nature and culture; unique at the market.

Discover the beauty of the Upper part of the Amazon region in a full day from Quito to Baños de Agua Santa. visiting the treehouse and the swing of the end of the world, and its spectacular view of the Waterfalls, passing later to Baños city to discover the local food and its traditions. after mid-day we go for the waterfall Manto Agoyan waterfall, Manto de la Novia waterfall, and finally pailon del Diablo or Devil's Cauldron waterfall, this a day of extreme adventure!