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
12 days from
3459
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
Darwin's inspiration for 'The Origin of Species', the Galapagos Islands are home to species found nowhere else on earth and some of the world's most pristine environments.
We may find ourselves stepping over snoozing sea lions and iguanas or watching close-up the courting…
Average review rating 
based on 28 reviews.
Trip code: AAG
Next departure: 17th June 2013
Max group size: 8
17 days from
3849
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
Isabela, the largest island in the Galapagos, is the only place in the entire archipelago where extended trekking is possible, and we are one of the very few operators allowed to hike there.
A unique environment, it is one of the last remaining habitats of the giant…
Average review rating based on 13 reviews.
Trip code: TPG
Next departure: 27th July 2013
Max group size: 15
19 days from
4949
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
For those with a serious wildlife interest we offer a few two-week cruises each year, which do both of our week-long itineraries exploring the islands back-to-back.
These trips allow time at the main sites amongst the Eastern Islands and also sail to the less visited…
Average review rating 
based on 19 reviews.
Trip code: AAW
Next departure: 28th October 2013
Max group size: 15
16 days from
2579
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
The 'Avenue of the Volcanoes' is liberally sprinkled with some of the world's highest volcanic peaks.
This comprehensive trek combines serious volcano climbing with cultural highlights. We acclimatise with the Pinan Trek amongst the rolling highlands of the Cotacachi-Cayapas…
Average review rating 
based on 4 reviews.
Trip code: TPV
Next departure: 30th November 2013
Max group size: 16
17 days from
4329
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
The beautiful Napo Wildlife Centre, deep in the Amazon Basin, is the perfect base from which to explore the rainforest both on foot and in canoe. The local tribe who own and run this premium lodge, the only one within the Yasuni National Park's boundaries, have banned hunting…
Average review rating based on 15 reviews.
Trip code: AAJ
Next departure: 7th August 2013
Max group size: 12
17 days from
4349
+ Galapagos taxes US$110 paid locally
Flight Inclusive. Countries: Peru, Ecuador
This fascinating trip combines two of the truly outstanding places in South America. Flying to Cuzco in the Peruvian highlands, we encounter a city replete with Inca architecture and colonial charm. A beautiful train ride through mountains and cloud forest takes us to the…
Average review rating based on 7 reviews.
Trip code: APG
Next departure: 7th August 2013
Max group size: 16
15 days from
2299
Flight Inclusive. Country: Ecuador
Stunning Andean scenery, colonial architecture, fascinating Indian markets and verdant cloud forests are just the start.
We drive down the Avenue of the Volcanoes with great views of the perfectly conical Cotopaxi and Chimborazo, before boarding the 'Devil's Nose' train…
Average review rating based on 18 reviews.
Trip code: AAX
Next departure: 14th June 2013
Max group size: 16
6 days from
1455
- Based on Standard Twin-share cabins
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A Premium Galapagos option aboard a luxury modern catamaran, the Queen Beatriz. This trip features a 3 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Isabela, Floreana and Santa Cruz) or itinerary B (San Cristobál, Bartolomé, Santiago and Santa Cruz). Please check the…
Trip code: AGR
Next departure: 25th May 2013
Max group size: 6
7 days from
1695
- Based on Standard Twin-share cabins
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A Premium Galapagos option aboard a luxury modern catamaran, the Queen Beatriz. This trip features a 4 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Española and San Cristobál) or itinerary B (Santa Cruz, North Seymour, Rabida, Santiago and…
Trip code: AGS
Next departure: 28th May 2013
Max group size: 6
10 days from
2655
- Based on Standard Twin-share cabins
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A Premium Galapagos option aboard a luxury modern catamaran, the Queen Beatriz. This trip features a 7 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Isabela, Floreana, Santa Cruz, Santa Fe, South Plaza, Española and San Cristobál) or itinerary B (San Cristobál, Bartolomé,…
Average review rating based on 1 review.
Trip code: AGQ
Next departure: 25th May 2013
Max group size: 6
7 days from
1410
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A great value Galapagos option aboard a Tourist Class motor yacht, the Pelikano. This trip features a 4 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina and Santiago) or itinerary B (Baltra, North Seymour, San Cristobál, Española, Floreana…
Trip code: AGN
Next departure: 25th May 2013
Max group size: 16
6 days from
1155
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A great value Galapagos option aboard a Tourist Class motor yacht, the Pelikano. This trip features a 3 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Genovesa, Santiago and Santa Cruz) or itinerary B (Baltra, Santa Cruz, South Plaza, Santa Fe and Bartolomé). Please…
Trip code: AGM
Next departure: 29th May 2013
Max group size: 16
10 days from
2155
Land only. Country: Ecuador
A great value Galapagos option aboard a Tourist Class motor yacht, the Pelikano. This trip features a 7 night cruise following either itinerary A (Baltra, Genovesa, Santiago, Santa Cruz, Isabela and Fernandina) or itinerary B (Baltra, North Seymour, San Cristobál, Española,…
Trip code: AGP
Next departure: 25th May 2013
Max group size: 16
