Country Guide - Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands
Welcome to the Exodus Travel Guide to Ecuador.
Mainland Ecuador is one of the the smaller countries in South America. However it is still a landscape of fantastic Andean volcanoes, vibrant indigenous cultures and superb colonial architecture. Our country guide to Ecuador will provide you with all the travel information you need to prepare for your holiday.
Full Name
República del Ecuador/Republic of Ecuador
Capital City
Quito
Currency
US Dollar
Timezone(s)
GMT -5
Plug Types
Voltage: 120V
Frequency (Hz): 60Hz
For the latest travel advice on visiting Ecuador:
>> Foreign & Commonwealth Office advice for travelling to Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands
>> BBC Country Profile on Ecuador
To purchase guidebooks and maps for your visit to Ecuador:
Related Trips
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS Trip code: AAG
A First Class yacht-based cruise around the 'Enchanted Isles' with incredible wildlife encounters guaranteed
12 days from GBP3,199
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
GALAPAGOS: IN DARWIN'S FOOTSTEPS Trip code: TPG
A unique trek amongst incredible wildlife and geology
17 days from GBP3,499
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
GALAPAGOS WILDLIFE CRUISE Trip code: AAW
The very best of the Enchanted Isles: wildlife, walking, swimming and snorkelling on a leisurely two-week small-boat cruise
19 days from GBP4,559
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
QUITO TO RIO Trip code: AGF
An epic overland trip through the heart of South America
79 days from GBP2,710
land only
+ Kitty from US$2720, paid locally.
AVENUE OF THE VOLCANOES Trip code: TPV
Trek in Ecuador's volcanic backbone, learn ice-skills and climb Cotopaxi
16 days from GBP2,459
