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Guayaquil, The gateway to the Galapagos islands

THE MOST DIVERSE ADVENTURE EVER!! 15 Days in southern Ecuador

By Guayaquil a guided visit
Free cancellation available
Price is $3,692 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Disclaimer:

Don´t blame us if you don´t want to go back home after this adventure.

Ecuador is without doubt one the most diverse countries in the world.

Within a 200 miles radius we´ll share: THE MOST REMARKABLE AND CHARMING CITY OF ECUADOR: GUAYAQUIL, DRY TROPICAL FORESTS, CHOCOLATE FARM, WALK THROUGH THE MOORLANDS, ARCHAEOLOGY, COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE, THE MOST CHARMING BEACHES, ACTION AND RELAXATION. To end with a one week trip to the magical GALAPAGOS ISLANDS.

Highlights:

BIRDWATCHING (at the highest bio-diverse area of Ecuador: The Guayas river basin)

ARCHAEOLOGY - Inca/ Cañari ruins.

ADVENTURE AND PHOTOGRAPHY - Hike through the moorlands, COZY COLONIAL TOWN: CUENCA 

The largest and most beautiful beaches that you can imagine, Surfing, landscape, history, archaeology, excursions, 

Note: between the months of July and October enjoy HUMPBACK WHALE WATCHING while having this part of the adventure.

Activity location

  • Guayaquil
    • Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Guayaquil
    • Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

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One week @ GALAPAGOS gateway
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d8d
  • English

THE MOST REMARKABLE AND CHARMING CITY OF ECUADOR: GUAYAQUIL, DRY TROPICAL FOREST, CHOCO FARM, WALK THROUGH MOORLANDS, ARCHAEOLOGY, COLONIAL ARCHITECTURE, MOST CHARMING BEACHES, ACTION AN RELAXATION
Pickup included

Price details
$3,692.31 x 1 Adult$3,692.31
Total
Price is $3,692.31
Until Wed, May 29
Tailored aventures
  • Activity duration is 8 days8d8d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
$4,102.57 x 1 Adult$4,102.57
Total
Price is $4,102.57
Until Wed, May 29

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's includedAccommodation as per itinerary
  • What's includedWhat's includedFuel surcharge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedExcess luggage charges (where applicable)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAirport/Departure Tax

Know before you book

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant meals not included
  • Minimum age is 18 years
  • Minimum drinking age is 21 years
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Evidence of dive certification is required from all divers wishing to participate in a certified dive
  • Diving within 48 hours of flying is not recommended. All participants will be required to complete a health questionnaire prior to diving. Some pre-existing medical conditions (eg asthma, heart conditions, etc) may prevent you from diving, please consult your doctor
  • Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Hotel Pick up
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Hilton Colon
Guayaquil
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Guayaquil city tour and afternoon Stand-up paddle boarding and birdwatching
Day 2: Churute Mangroves reserve
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Hilton Colon
Manglares Churute Ecological Reserve
  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
BIRDWATCHING CRUISING DOWN THE ESTUARY, WALK THROUGH THE DRY TROPICAL FOREST, CHOCOLATE FARM
Day 3: Cuenca
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Morenica el Rosario
Ingapirca Azuay Ecuador
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Trip through the Andes from Guayaquil to Cuenca stop at INGAPIRCA INCA CAÑARI archeological site. Arrival in Cuenca city tour
Day 4: El Cajas national Park
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Morenica del Rosario
El Cajas National Park
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Drive towards the park then a two miles hike through the moorlands. Return to cuenca City tour ad relaxing sunset at volcanic springs spa
Day 5: Trip from the Andes to the Coast
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Balsa Surf Camp
Playa Montañita
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
We´ll travel from the Andes all the way down to the Coast. Visiting several quaint villages on the coastal road to end the day witnessing the sunset at the beach
Day 6: Isla de la Plata
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Balsa surf camp
Isla de la Plata
  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Trip through the coastal road to grab a boat and travel to ISLADE LA PLATA Hailed as mini Galapagos islands
Playa de los Frailes
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Hailed as the most beautiful beach in mainland Ecuador
Day 7: Salinas beach
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch
  • Accommodation: Hilton Colon
Malecon Salinas
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Trip south towards salinas beach, the most popular beach with hotels and restaurants of Ecuador. Return to Guayaquil
Day 8: Flight ot the Galapagos islands
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included
Galapagos Beach at Tortuga Bay
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
Flight to the Galapagos islands for a 6 days tailored trip. Visiting the isalnds thata ddapt btter to the group´s preferences. Alternating high activity days with a more leisurely paced days.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGuayaquil
    • Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGuayaquil
    • Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

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