Ecuador Tours

Perfect Ecuador Introduction

Duration: 6-7 hours

Group Size: Private

Add a cultural highlight to your Galapagos liveaboard with a full-day Quito excursion. Begin at the famous “Middle of the World” (Mitad del Mundo) and the Intiñan Museum, where you’ll stand with one foot in each hemisphere at latitude 0° 0’ 0”. Learn about Ecuador’s diverse indigenous cultures, take fun photos balancing an egg on the equator line, and soak up history. In the afternoon, discover Quito’s UNESCO World Heritage Old Town, visiting colonial landmarks like Independence Square, La Compañía de Jesús, San Francisco Church, and the charming La Ronda neighborhood.

Perfect for guests arriving before their Galapagos liveaboard — combine culture, history, and the equator experience in one unforgettable day.

Included: Transport, English-speaking guide
Not Included: Meals, drinks, entrance fees, tips

Culture, Crafts & Waterfalls

Group size: Private or shared (group)

Dive into Ecuador’s culture with a visit to Otavalo Market, one of South America’s largest indigenous craft markets. Shop for handmade textiles, jewelry, instruments, and artwork. Along the way, stop in Cayambe for traditional biscuits, visit the sacred Peguche Waterfall, and explore Cotacachi, known as the “town of leather.” This excursion blends culture, shopping, and natural beauty.

Ideal for travelers who want to experience Ecuador’s traditions and crafts before or after their Galápagos liveaboard.

Included: Transport, English-speaking naturalist guide
Not Included: Meals, drinks, entrance fees, tips

Andes Wildlife & Volcano Views

Group size: Private or shared (group)

This full-day excursion is ideal for nature lovers looking to extend their liveaboard trip. Travel into Antisana National Park, home to Ecuador’s 4th highest volcano (5,704 m) and some of the country’s best Andean condor sightings. Spot caracaras, white-tailed deer, and even pumas, and hike to Mica Lake at 4,050 m for breathtaking views. The landscapes here are wild, pristine, and far less crowded than other Ecuador tours. On the way back, enjoy the local specialty, hornado (roast pork), in the valley town of Sangolquí.

A unique chance to see Ecuador’s wildlife and volcano scenery before or after your Galapagos diving adventure.

Included: Transport, English-speaking naturalist guide
Not Included: Meals, drinks, entrance fees, tips

Waterfalls, Birds & Adventure

Group size: Private

Just 2.5 hours from Quito, Mindo offers a lush cloud forest escape. Ride the Tarabita cable car for sweeping views, hike to waterfalls, and watch for colorful hummingbirds, butterflies, and rare bird species. For adventure, choose to zip-line across the canopy (optional), or for a slower pace, visit a local chocolate farm to taste artisanal cacao. After lunch in town, you’ll enjoy hummingbird and butterfly encounters before returning to Quito in the evening.

A great pre- or post-Galápagos option, combining Ecuador’s biodiversity with adventure activities in a beautiful cloud forest setting.

Included: Transport, English-speaking naturalist guide, Tarabita, hummingbird & butterfly visits
Not Included: Meals, drinks, entrance fees, tips

Duration: 3 hours

Group size: Private or shared (group)

The Guayaquil city tour includes a visit to the principal tourist sites of the city. The tour will visit “Parque Seminario“, the old South Market called “Palacio de Cristal” (Crystal Palace) and “Plaza de la Integración y Administración“. Enjoy a panoramic view of the “Malecón” (boardwalk), a visit to the “Las Peñas” neighborhood, the “Mercado de las flores” (flower market) and the “Malecón del Salado” (Salado’s boardwalk).