Experience Ecuador's immense biodiversity
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5-8 hours
Go on a Galapagos Islands tour and see mainland Ecuador with Tourlane. The sprawling color of Quito is first up: youāll walk the old town and hit up several of the cityās enchanting colonial plazas. Next, lose yourself in the enchanting jungle of the Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve, where adrenaline-fueled activitiesācable-car, anyone?āmeet unique fauna. End your vacation on the shores of the Galapagos in Santa Cruz: white-sand beaches, iguanas, and birdlife show Ecuadorās true diversity.
1. Quito
Start your trip with two days in Quito, Ecuadorās magical capital. Stroll along the old narrow streets and enjoy the buskers, vendors, and locals going about their everyday business. Visit the monasteries of San Francisco and Santa Domingo, the Church and Jesuit College of La CompaƱia, and take in the colonial architecture. Finish it up with a plate of meaty hornado, deliciously marinated slow-roasted pork served with rice and beans.
2. Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve
After a few days in Quito, youāll go deep into the Amazon to a reserve that spans 1,300 hectares. The Mashpi Biodiversity Reserve is all about adventure: hike down the many paths and spot pumas, kinkajous, and over 500 species of bird. Donāt forget to hop on the dragonfly, an open-air cable car system that carries you through the vast expanse of the forestāthe perfect way to see its immensity. Hold on tight.
3. Quito
Return to Quito again after your Amazon exploration and take in the city once more. Walk through the old town and, if youāre feeling something more trendy, go for some chichaāa delicious fermented corn drinkāat Mariscal Sucre. For something more traditional, lose yourself in the magic of the Mercado Artesanal: buy a mochila, an artisan bag based on traditional indigenous designs.Ā Ā
4. Galapagos Islands
Fly out to the Galapagos the next day, and explore the real diversity of Ecuadorās geography.Ā Thereās no better way to take in the fresh air of the Galapagos than going for a walk along Tortuga Bay. Remember not to go for a swim, thoughāitās preserved for the iguanas and crabs, native to the island, which youāll see casually roaming around the beach. In the evening, hit the town and drink a cocktail as the sun sets on the Galapagos.
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