Discover the Unique Flora and Fauna of the Amazon & Galápagos
Begin your journey in Quito, Ecuador’s capital and the first city in the world to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Set high in the Andes, Quito offers a rich blend of colonial architecture, historic churches and lively neighbourhoods, providing a fascinating introduction to the country’s cultural heritage.
From the highlands, travel into the Amazon Rainforest, the largest tropical rainforest on Earth. Navigate the Napo River and its winding tributaries as you search for wildlife and learn about the traditions and daily life of the Kichwa Anangu community. Guided excursions reveal the complexity of this vast ecosystem, from dense jungle and riverbanks to the plants and animals that depend on them.
Your adventure then continues to the Galápagos Islands, an archipelago that has long captivated explorers and naturalists. Spread across 13 main islands, the Galápagos are home to striking volcanic landscapes and an extraordinary range of endemic wildlife. Encounter giant tortoises, sea lions resting along the shore, flightless cormorants and land iguanas set against lava fields, creating an unforgettable exploration of one of the world’s most remarkable natural environments.
Visit several regions in Ecuador & Galápagos
Accommodation detailed in itinerary
10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
All included as per below
What you'll experience
- Visit Quito, Ecuador’s capital and the first city declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site: Explore historic streets, grand churches and lively plazas set high in the Andes.
- Explore the Amazon Rainforest on foot, by canoe and from treetop viewing towers: Discover jungle trails, quiet waterways and elevated viewpoints that reveal the richness of this vast ecosystem.
- Discover the Galápagos Islands on a four day land based itinerary: Visit nearby uninhabited islands on guided excursions that showcase the archipelago’s varied landscapes.
- Observe the endemic wildlife of the Galápagos and enjoy its scenery: Encounter species found nowhere else on Earth amid volcanic coastlines, beaches and crystal clear waters.
What's Included in the Ecuadorian Amazon & Galápagos holiday?
- International flights
- 10 nights’ accommodation as detailed
- 10 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Full-day tour of Quito with visit to Middle of the World monument
- Full-board package in the Amazon including jungle activities
- Two full-day and one half-day excursion in the Galápagos to neighbouring islands
- Galápagos National Park and Ingala Card Fees
- Transfers and domestic flights as per itinerary
Prices from £6,649 per adult, £5,499 per child (12 and under).
Excludes:
- Local departure taxes payable locally
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry and drinks etc
- Tips for guides and drivers (discretionary)
- Camera or video fees at any sites
Quick Itinerary
Ecuadorian Amazon & Galápagos 12-day itinerary
Days 1-2 Quito
Arrive in Quito, where you will be transferred by an English-speaking guide to your hotel.
Quito was the first city in the world to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1978. High in the Andes, this capital city is located between mountain peaks and has maintained its character and rich history whilst modernising its infrastructure. Wander around the streets and appreciate the colonial architecture of Quito's historic centre.
On your second day, take a guided tour of the historical centre to understand the importance of Quito’s history and lasting cultural practices before enjoying a tour of the middle of the world, visiting both the monument and the Inti Ñan museum.
Days 3-5 Amazon
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport and fly to Coca. Situated in the Amazon Rainforest, the city is the starting point for fascinating jungle tours and for anyone who wishes to discover its pristine wildlife.
You’ll be immersed in the beautiful surroundings and will be transferred to your lodge on a motorised canoe ride. It will be the beginning of an unforgettable experience in the tropical rainforest!
Activities in and around the lodge are plentiful. You will venture into the jungle on shared excursions to observe the region along fantastic walking trails, you’ll come face-to-face with various species of monkeys and birds, such as howler and woolly monkeys and the prehistoric-looking hoatzin, search for toucans in the treetops at a canopy viewing tower, and visit a parrot clay lick.
Day 6 Quito
Depending on the time of your departure flight, you may have the opportunity for some early morning birdwatching from the lodge's viewing tower. Then fly back to Quito where you'll stay at a hacienda just outside of the city. Here you may have time to explore nature walks within the property's grounds, keep a look out for hummingbirds who frequent the property's gardens.
Days 7-9 Galápagos Islands
Upon arrival in Santa Cruz, you will enjoy a full-day private tour exploring the impressive flora and fauna and the unique volcanic features of the island’s highlands. The highlands offer the perfect habitat for giant tortoises and a wide array of birdlife. You’ll have some time exploring the area before continuing to the lava tunnels and the Charles Darwin Research Station.
The following days you will have shared full-day tours to uninhabited islands, like North Seymour and Bartolome, where you will have a guided hike and learn all about the history of the island as well as the flora and fauna. You will then have the opportunity to explore the waters while snorkelling at Bachas Beach an important nesting site for green turtles and there’s a lagoon nearby where flamingos and migratory birds come to feed.
Days 10-12 Quito
You will be transferred to Baltra airport for your flight back to Quito. The afternoon is free for you to explore the city at leisure.
The next day, you will be transferred to the airport to connect with your onward flight, arriving back in the UK on Day 12.
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