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Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands are a paradise for active outdoor adventures like hiking, trekking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting & sea kayaking. Zipline through the canopies of the rainforest in the company of monkeys, or swim alongside the pink river dolphins that characterize this part of the Amazon. If you prefer to experience the water from above, then rafting or kayaking are popular options. World class rapids that run out of the highlands and kayaking over the crystal waters of the Galapagos are amazing paddling experiences. Of course, the most natural way to see this country is without any equipment but the shoes on your feet on the many hikes & treks! Contact one of our Ecuador travel experts for help planning an active adventure.
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Horseback Riding
from $3,291
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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
  • Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Horseback ride across the páramo
  • Zipline and hike in Mindo
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Moderate
Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.
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Enjoy seeing the beauty of these islands on an exciting kayak trip.
from $3,991
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
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The beautiful colorful shores of the Galapagos.
from $5,326
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Hiking Galapagos

Hotel-Based Tour - 9 Day Itinerary
  • Hike Cerro de Las Tijeretas
  • Trek to a fresh water lake
  • Learn about local conservation
  • Explore Tortuga Bay
Activity Level
Moderate
Sea lions and tortoises and iguanas -- oh my! Explore some of the Islands' most remarkable regions, including snorkeling at Leon Dormido, Tortuga Bay, Frigate Hill and a hike to the rim of Sierra Negra volcano. Spend nights on the Islands in comfortable hotels on this 9-day trip with the best hiking in Galapagos.
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Canoe ride
from $2,129
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Amazon Kayak Adventure

7 Day Itinerary
  • Observe Black Caimans
  • Walk Yasuni National Park
  • Encounter Amazon wildlife
  • Take an early morning hike
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Moderate
One of the most remote, authentic, and adventurous Amazon tours! Travel by kayak deep into the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle looking for tapir, monkeys, macaws, and other wildlife.
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Walking toward Cotopaxi Volcano
from $273
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Cotopaxi Volcano Mountain Biking

1 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Challenging
A day trip to Cotopaxi volcano and Limpiopungo valley offers stunning views of Ecuador's volcanic region. Begin your mountain riding experience on the slopes of Cotopaxi Volcano. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery on the way to Limpiopungo Valley, then cross-country bike over an old landslide.
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Playful sea lions
from $5,368
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 8-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!
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Green sea turtle swimming
from $4,045
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Galapagos Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 6 Day Itinerary
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Explore the Galapagos
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Baltra
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 6-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela and Santa Cruz Islands as you explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, and hiking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes penguins, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!
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Playful sea lions
from $2,225
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Scalesia Lodge Adventure

Hotel-Based Tour - 4 Day Itinerary
  • Encounter plentiful wildlife
  • Actively explore Isabela
  • Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 4-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela Island to explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and biking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes sea lions, giant turtles, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!
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Hiker approaching Cotopaxi Volcano
from $1,011
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Cotopaxi Multisport

4 Day Itinerary
  • Visit the Condor Machay Waterfall
  • Enjoy the Cotopaxi Ropes Course
  • Climb the Rumiñahui Volcano
Activities
Local Market Visits, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Moderate
Extend your trip in Ecuador with a 3 night stay in a comfortable hacienda near the Cotopaxi Volcano and explore the Andean highlands on foot, horseback, and gliding through the forest by zipline during our multisport trip that is a short drive from Quito.
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Family horseback riding in Ecuador
from $540
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Cotopaxi National Park and Horseback Riding

2 Day Itinerary
  • Horseback Riding across Rumiñahui
  • Admire Cotopaxi’s natural beauty
  • Visit the Park Visitors Centre
Activity Level
Easy Active
Visit the Cotopaxi National Park and horseback in the shadows of the volcano during this 2 day/1 night extension from Quito. Enjoy the relaxing life on a hacienda while exploring the Ecuadorian highlands.
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Experiencing the highlands of Ecuador on a mountain bike tour
from $261
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Mountain Biking in Cloudforest

1 Day Itinerary
Activities
Homestays
Activity Level
Moderate
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Hiker in Cajas National Park during an Ecuador vacation
from $117
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Cajas National Park

½ Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Moderate
Take a one-day tour to the Cajas National Park in Cuenca Ecuador. See over 200 pristine lakes that are scattered in between the rugged jagged rocks and craggy valleys. The hike takes approximately 2.5 hours at an elevation around 12,795 feet.
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from $8,425
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Classic Galapagos Safari & Isabela

7 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Santa Cruz Island
  • Snorkel across Floreana
  • Admire unique wildlife
  • Enjoy Isabela's sandy beaches
Starts / Ends
Los Gemelos (Twin Craters) / Las Tintoreras
Activity Level
Moderate
Luxury camping in one of the world's most remarkable archipelagos. The Galapagos Safari Camp tour is perfect for the traveler that prefers his or her tours active and want to stay in a unique location, not just your standard hotel.
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $6,735
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Galapagos Family Safari Camp

6 Day Itinerary
  • Snorkel at the Galapagos Islands
  • Visit the beautiful Cerro Mesa
  • Discover Garrapatero Beach
  • Enjoy a unique fishing day
Starts / Ends
Santa Cruz / Charles Darwin Center
Activity Level
Relaxed
This incredible 6-day Galapagos family safari offers a variety of activities and engaging educational experiences for both parents and children including a chance to enjoy the exotic beauty of the Galapagos while supporting a fantastic social and conservation initiative such as fishing.
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Amazon sunset
from $5,246
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Ultimate Ecuador

13 Day Itinerary
  • Bike Pichincha Volcano
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Zipline over Mindo canopy
  • Hike Cotopaxi National Park
  • Kayak the Shiripuno River
  • Spot endemic wildlife in Yasuni
  • Visit a remote Waorani village
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Moderate
Explore Ecuador’s cloud forest, Andes, and Amazon on this 13-day adventure. Zipline over Mindo, ride horseback near Cotopaxi, and hike volcanic trails. Paddle deep into Yasuni National Park, encountering wildlife and the Waorani community. Stay at an eco-glamping site in the rainforest, immersing yourself in the rainforest’s beauty.
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Hiker approaching Cotopaxi Volcano
from $1,648
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Cotopaxi Trekking

7 Day Itinerary
  • Take in the volcanic mountain views
  • Hike through native Andean forest
  • Visit an Andean Cowboy community
  • Explore Inca sites
Activities
Camping, Village Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience Cotopaxi National Park in a unique way as you trek the ancient roads of the Inca. The full day hikes will take you past Inca sites and offer stunning views of Cotopaxi volcano. During your five days of hiking you'll split your evenings between campsites and classic Haciendas.
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Biking the terrain near the base of Cotopaxi
from $959
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Cotopaxi Mountain Biking

4 Day Itinerary
  • Bike past Inca sites and lakes
  • Ride to Santa Rita Reserve
  • Stay at classic haciendas
Activities
Hacienda Visits
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience the exhilarating thrill of biking Cotopaxi National Park on this 4-day active Ecuador trip. Designed for experienced and advanced bikers, this challenging and beautiful itinerary takes its bikers through Santa Rita Ecological Reserve, El Tambo Trail, The Road of the Lahars, and down Cotopaxi Volcano itself.
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Snorkeling with friends
from $4,035
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Galapagos Group Land Adventure

Galapagos Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Sea kayak and snorkel with wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle Isabela's Wall of Tears
  • Snorkel among unique wildlife
  • Trek active Sierra Negra volcano
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
Activities
Hiking, Biking, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Moderate
Get to know other travelers on this adventurous 8-day multisport group tour. Hike on San Cristobal Island, then kayak, snorkel, or bike your way around the Galapagos Islands, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
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