Tailormade Holidays in Ecuador & Galapagos
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When to Travel

The Galapagos climate is influenced by ocean currents. It is most popular to visit from December to May as the seas tend to be calmer, warmer for snorkelling, the sun shines and it is generally very hot with sudden showers. The temperature drops from June to November as the Humboldt current reaches up from the south bringing much richer seas and an increase in wildlife activity. However in August and September the sea and land temperatures drop, it is often cloudy and the sea is especially choppy (when many boats put in to dry dock).

VITAL, SPIRITUAL, COLOURFUL

Ecuador is naturally blessed with great diversity and abundant life, as if many countries had been condensed into one. Thanks to its diminutive size it is easy to travel from imposing Andean mountain scenery to virgin tracts of Amazon jungle and onto the natural paradise of the Galapagos Islands.

Meet Maria Bazzigalupi, Regional Specialist for Ecuador & Galapagos Islands

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"For such a tiny country, Ecuador provides great diversity of places and ecosystems. Rural regions are dotted with llamas, vicunas and colourful ponchos and hats of the Andean communities. Charming Quito and Cuenca are great for culture and city lovers or the Amazon jungle and Mindo cloudforest if birds and nature are your passion. Or explore the Avenue of the Volcanoes, where snowy peaks make you forget you are on the Equator. Last but not least, the unique wildlife mecca of Galapagos is a highlight; nowhere else in the world can one cruise in search of penguins, boobies, sea lions, iguanas, giant tortoises and many more species all in one place."

“A FEW OF MY FAVOURITE  ECUADOR HIGHLIGHTS”

Galapagos - snorkelling

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“Swimming and snorkelling with turtles, penguins, sea lions and tropical fish is such a unique experience."

Colonial Quito

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“The views from Panecillo Hill in Quito encompass 12 volcanoes whilst the well-preserved old town is laid out at your feet below."

Galapagos cruising

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“Choose from one of our carefully-selected Galapagos boats for your cruise around the islands. Alternatively, stay on land in a delightful boutique hotel. Have a look at some of our favourites here.”

 

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