Ecuador Travel Information

Sometimes big things come in small packages, and Ecuador is a fine example. Visiting this remarkably diverse country is like experiencing all of South America at once, from the forests of the Amazon to the peaks of the Andes and the beautiful beaches and islands off the Pacific coast.

Ecuador's cities have a lot to offer too, from the Inca ruins of capital Quito, the first city to be classed as a World Heritage Site, to adventure capital Baños at the foot of the Tungurahua volcano, the ideal base for hiking into the mountains or getting acquainted with local wildlife and native villages in the Amazonas jungle.

The attractions of Ecuador don't stop when you meet the ocean. Take a day trip to the Galapagos Islands, 600 miles off Ecuador's coast, to see the incredible creatures that led Charles Darwin to discover evolution, or trace the Inca Empire right back to its source by crossing the border to Peru.

Important information about Ecuador travel

Like many destinations in South America, it's important to keep your wits about you and read essential information to stay safe on your travels:

• You don't need a visa to visit Ecuador and can stay up to 90 days, wherever you're travelling from.
• Ecuador has adopted the US dollar as its official currency, making travel easier if you're visiting from the United States or combining trips to America.
• For your own safety, avoid travelling near the border with Colombia. Local police will be able to warn you about places that are dangerous to travel.

Thanks to its visa-free entry, Ecuador is one of the easiest countries in South America to visit, so it's an attractive place to visit. If you've got inside information on the sights and experiences of Ecuador, contact us to find out how you could become one of our local experts.