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Unlock a realm of unparalleled beauty and wildlife when you embark on an Ecuador Wildlife Viewing Safari with Adventure Life. Home to the Amazon Rainforest, the Andes Mountains, and the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador is a land of diverse wonders. With 6 tours available for 2026 and 2027, explore some of South America's most captivating landscapes and experience firsthand the unique species that inhabit them. From pink dolphins in rivers to majestic condors soaring through the air, discover your own wildlife encounters as you travel through this incredible country. To make sure your journey is seamless, Adventure Life offers tours starting at $2,200 for adventures lasting from 6 to 34 days. Contact one of our Ecuador experts today to get started planning your unforgettable trip!
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Spot wildlife from the hanging bridge
from $3,626
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Exploring Ecuadors Amazon & Andes

6 Day Itinerary
  • Spot many rainforest bird species
  • See the Amazon treetops from above
  • Learn about indigenous cultures
  • Visit the Quitsato Solar Museum
  • Spot a unique and elusive bear
  • Enjoy scenic walk in Cuicocha Lake
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Quito / Quito
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Relaxed
Spend your week on a 6-day adventure through Ecuador, exploring the Amazon rainforest and the Andes mountain range. Encounter exotic wildlife, immerse in local cultures, and enjoy scenic landscapes. Stay at Sacha Lodge and Hacienda Piman, where comfort meets nature, making every moment unforgettable.
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Traditional boat on the Rio Negro, Amazon
from $8,618
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Best of Ecuador: Islands to the Highlands

13 Day Itinerary
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • Hike to Sierra Negra Volcano
  • See Los Gemelos volcanic sinkholes
  • Visit the Charles Darwin Station
  • Take canoe excursions
  • Walk along a suspended bridge
  • Spot a unique and elusive bear
  • Visit Otavalo Market
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Quito / Quito
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Biking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Village Visits, Snorkeling, Hiking
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover Ecuador in 13 days, from the Galápagos Islands to the Amazon and Andes. Explore Isla Isabela and Santa Cruz, spot wildlife at Sacha Lodge, and dive into Andean culture in Ibarra. Enjoy island activities, wildlife encounters, and stunning landscapes.
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See giant tortoises in the Galapagos
from $8,317
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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary
  • Observe macaws at a clay lick
  • Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
  • Take in the vast array of wildlife
  • Snorkel through clear waters
Activities
Hacienda Visits, Horseback Riding
Activity Level
Relaxed
Discover three natural wonders of the world in one amazing trip: the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon Rainforest, and the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. Starting in Quito, fly to Sacha Lodge, deep in the Amazon, followed by the indigenous markets of Otavalo, staying at historic Hacienda Pinsaqui, culminating in the Wildlife Odyssey on an 8-day Galapagos cruise.
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Devil's Cauldron Waterfall in Banos
from $2,200
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Ecuador Highlights

9 Day Itinerary
  • Walk paths through the Cloud Forest
  • Visit bustling Otavalo Market
  • Explore Cotopaxi National Park
  • Enjoy various activities in Baños
Activity Level
Relaxed
Begin and end your nine-day trip discovering the best of Ecuador high in the Andes where we'll explore the colonial capital city of Quito. Then, bargain with colorfully-dressed indigenous women in the Otavalo Market, visit the Bellavista Cloud Forest, Cotopaxi Volcano & National Park and the town of Baños on this tour of the best of the Ecuadorian Andes.
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Chimborazo Lodge
from $5,578
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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Quito’s UNESCO Old Town
  • Visit the homes of local weavers
  • Visit Antisana National Park
  • Experience Amazon jungle lodge
  • Hike scenic Cajas National Park
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover Ecuador on this 15-day Andes and Amazon adventure. Explore Quito’s Old Town, shop at Otavalo Market, wander Cuenca’s colonial streets, ride the Devil’s Nose Train, hike Chimborazo, and follow the Route of the Waterfalls to Baños. Enjoy jungle hikes, wildlife viewing, and community visits in the Amazon rainforest.
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Guanaco in Torres del Paine
from $12,599
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South America Grand

34 Day Itinerary
  • Observe toucans and macaws
  • Snorkel among Galapagos marine life
  • Watch water flood over Iguazu Falls
  • Hike to the spires of El Paine
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Kayaking, Cooking Classes
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore the best of South America on this month-long adventure that begins in Ecuador and ends in Chile. This itinerary has it all from snorkeling, hiking, and searching for wildlife to cultural immersion, food tasting, and history. This itinerary takes you to the Galapagos, Machu Picchu, Iguazu Falls, and Easter Island, just to name a few.
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Great! Erin was very responsive and helpful!
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Erin was wonderful! Informative, friendly, knowledgeable. She gave us several options, listened to our concerns and requests and came up with a great itinerary.
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The travel was seamless and the experiences were fantastic. Naturalists on all of the trips who were great teachers/guides. I would definitely use Adventure Life again. Very organized and efficient
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Franny found a trip that was customized to our needs. she is now stepping through the process and has maintained close communication at every step.
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I reached out with a wish and a limited window of opportunity - Kevin made it happen. Everything about this experience exceeded my ecxpectations.
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