Top Ecuador Trips & Tours in September 2026

from $3,300

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Galapagos Eastern Island Cruise

6 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• View the blowhole on Española
• Leave a postcard at Post Office Bay
• Cruise along mangrove-lined shores
• Visit Black Turtle Cove

Activity Level

Variable

Board the Cachalote for a 6-day cruise of the east and central islands of the Galapagos archipelago. Enjoy the opportunity to view and watch the unique wildlife in their natural habitat. In addition, explore each islands landscape, shaped by years of volcanic activity. Get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

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from $3,300

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West-Central Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Cachalote Explorer

• Explore Punta Moreno
• Snorkel at Punta Vicente Roca
• Visit Puerto Egas and watch seals
• Witness spectacular views

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Encounter various Galapagos wildlife while cruising through the West-Central Islands. Look for heron, sea lions, sally lightfoot crabs and maybe even flamingos on this 6-day tour aboard the Cachalote Explorer.

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from $3,016

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Amazon Exploration: Search for the Pink Dolphin

5 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Search for the pink river dolphin
• Visit a school on the Napo River
• Climb a 100-foot observation tower

Activities

Village Visits, Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

This 5-day itinerary on the Manatee is designed to highlight the incredible biodiversity, wildlife, and natural beauty found in the Amazon.

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from $2,990

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Amazing Isabela at Scalesia Lodge

Hotel-Based Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Encounter plentiful wildlife
• Actively explore Isabela
• Walk along Sierra Negra Volcano

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 5-day land-based tour of the Galapagos Islands will take you to Isabela Island to explore the marine and terrestrial sanctuaries by snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and biking. The unparalleled wildlife that you will encounter includes sea lions, giant turtles, marine iguanas, all manner of birds, & countless fish!

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from $78,000

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Private Charter - Northern Islands Aboard Nemo III

8 Day Itinerary aboard Nemo III

• Take a paga ride on Genovesa
• Snorkel and kayak at Sullivan Bay
• Visit a blue-footed booby colony
• Meet Galapagos giant tortoises

Activities

Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an 8-day magical Galapagos Islands private cruise aboard the Nemo III. Discover the North Islands Genovesa, the coast of Santiago, Isabela, and Fernandina. Walk, swim, and snorkel next to frigatebirds, blue-footed boobies, iguanas, penguins, giant tortoises & sea lions.

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from $2,415

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Amazon Exploration

4 Day Itinerary aboard Manatee

• Visit the parrot clay licks
• Learn Amazon traditions and cuisine
• Observe nocturnal wildlife

Activity Level

Variable

Take the M/V Manatee on a 4-day Amazon River cruise. Travel from Quito to Coca, explore Pañacocha Lake, see parrot clay licks, and visit Kichwa communities. Enjoy guided walks, canoe rides, and kayaking in one of the world’s richest ecosystems.

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from $482

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Otavalo Market

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $945

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Baños

3 Day Itinerary

• Explore Cotopaxi National Park
• Hike Cotopaxi's 15,900-foot refuge
• Visit Manto de la Novia waterfall
• Choose your adventure in Baños

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Set out on a 3-day Ecuador adventure, hiking Cotopaxi, soaking in Baños hot springs, and exploring Quilotoa Crater Lake. Tailor your activities for a personalized experience.

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from $379

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Cotopaxi - Quilotoa

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $1,736

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Mashpi Lodge Adventure

3 Day Itinerary

• Discover Mashpi forest by night
• Stay at Mashpi Lodge
• Explore the rainforest

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 3 day Ecuador trip will immerse you in the deep green forest of one of the world's richest bio-diversity hotspots. Hike the nature trails, explore by the lodge's sky bike, get a different perspective from the observation tower, and observe the wildlife around Mashpi Lodge.

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from $478

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Chimborazo Volcano

2 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $851

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Cotopaxi National Park and Horseback Riding

2 Day Itinerary

• Horseback Riding across Rumiñahui
• Admire Cotopaxi’s natural beauty
• Visit the Park Visitors Centre

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit the Cotopaxi National Park and horseback in the shadows of the volcano during this 2 day/1 night extension from Quito. Enjoy the relaxing life on a hacienda while exploring the Ecuadorian highlands.

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from $529

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Bellavista Cloudforest

3 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy 360-deg view of cloud forest
• Learn about birdlife and vegetation
• Stay at Bellavista Lodge

Activity Level

Relaxed

Spend three days at Bellavista Lodge in Ecuador, surrounded by a vibrant Cloud Forest, which provides a deep connection with nature and the treasures of Ecuador's first Private Protected Area.

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from $7,443

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Islands and Incas

Galapagos & Machu Picchu - 15 Day Itinerary

• Explore magical Machu Picchu
• Visit the Inca terraces of Moray
• Photograph iguanas & sea lions
• Wonder at volcanic landscapes

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Combine 8 days in the Galapagos with a trip to Peru and Machu Picchu. Explore Cusco, and the Sacred Valley, and spend two days discovering Machu Picchu learning about the ancient ways of the Incas and the traditions of Andean people today. Then fly to the Galapagos Islands for 8 days of wildlife & natural discovery!

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from $782

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Explore Otavalo Market and Valley

3 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $707

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Papallacta Hot Springs with Overnight

2 Day Itinerary

Activities

Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Relaxed

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from $169

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Otavalo and Cuicocha Lake

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This 1-day geographical and cultural tour takes in Guachala, Cayambe, Otavalo, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha - the ancient eroded volcanic crater famous for its deep lake.

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from $163

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Quito Highlights Full Day

1 Day Itinerary

• Shop for artisanal crafts
• Visit the distillery at Casa Agave
• Discover diverse plants and animals

Starts / Ends

Quito / Quito

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Quito in a full-day, guided tour that lets you choose three experiences, including the historic city center, the equator line, and cable car rides. Visit the local market, museums, or botanical gardens, and enjoy Quito’s rich cultural and natural beauty.

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