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Experience the wild world of Ecuador on a wildlife tour. Whether you’re looking for a close encounter with some of the region’s most iconic species or seeking to discover more about the incredible biodiversity that inhabits this corner of South America, Adventure Life has just the trip for you. Our 421 Ecuador Wildlife Viewing Tours offer travelers an opportunity to explore and observe animals in their natural habitat, including rare birds, monkeys, sloths, pink dolphins, and more at places like Yasuni National Park and the Galapagos Islands. Prices start from $110 for tours lasting between 5 to 16 days, so don't miss out on your chance to learn about this fascinating destination. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists now to help plan your seamless trip. Contact us to get started.
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A pair of macaws in the Amazon
from $5,990
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Authentic Amazon

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Anakonda
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest aboard the M/V Anakonda for an 8-day tour of Amazon Tributaries. Explore isolated communities and rare, biodiverse habitats on a boat tour. Kayak through rivers and lakes with otters and turtles as your guides, climb observation towers to see the rainforest canopy up close and explore the jungle on foot while keeping an eye out for local species.
  • Enjoy exploratory canoe trips
  • Visit the Parrot Clay Licks
  • Kayak though the Indillama River
  • Learn from Kichwa women
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Devil's Cauldron Waterfall in Banos
from $2,148
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Ecuador Highlights

9 Day Itinerary
Activities
Local Market Visits
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.
  • Walk paths through the Cloud Forest
  • Visit bustling Otavalo Market
  • Explore Cotopaxi National Park
  • Enjoy various activities in Baño
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Horseback Riding
from $3,291
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Ecuador Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Quito / Quito
Activities
Ziplining
Activity Level
Moderate
Bike down the slopes of Pichincha Volcano, hike through dense, biodiverse cloud forest, zip-line over the forest canopy, hike, and ride horses through the high Andes near the active 19,347-foot high Cotopaxi Volcano on this exciting 9-day adventure tour of Ecuador.
  • Bike down the slopes of Pinchincha
  • Explore Bellavista Cloud Forest
  • Horseback ride across the páramo
  • Zipline and hike in Mindo
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $10,250
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Volcanic Wonders

Northern & Western Route - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Origin, Theory & Evolve
Activity Level
Variable
On this comprehensive 8-day tour of the Galapagos Islands aboard the M/V Origin, see unusual wildlife such as marine iguanas, blue-footed boobies, penguins, and giant Galapagos tortoises. By zodiac dinghy, trekking, or snorkeling, explore the Galapagos National Park.
  • Cruise around Kicker Rock
  • Hike up Prince Philip's Steps
  • Observe Galapagos flora and fauna
  • Snorkel or stand up paddle board
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Playing a charango at the local market in Otavalo, Ecuador
from $4,255
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Andes and Amazon

15 Day Itinerary
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Relaxed
Our most complete tour of Ecuador. Explore colonial Cuenca, the Inca ruins of Ingapirca, and the town of Baños, before descending to Amazon rainforest for three days. Upon returning to the highlands we'll soak in the Papallacta Hot Springs then spend a night at one of Ecuador's finest haciendas in the shadow of Imbabura Volcano near Otavalo.
  • Explore the colonial city of Cuenca
  • Visit the homes of local weavers
  • Hike through the shadowed jungle
  • Raft down the Jatunyacu River
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Visit Kicker Rock, popularly known as the Sleeping Lion (Leon Dormido)
from $3,991
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Galapagos Multisport

Hotel-Based Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
Activities
Biking
Activity Level
Moderate
This 8-day multisport adventure to the Galapagos Islands is packed with thrilling and unique experiences. Begin your action-packed trip with a trek on San Cristobal Island, and then continue with kayaking, snorkeling, and biking around the Galapagos, where wildlife awaits at every turn, trailside, and shoreline!
  • Kayak and snorkel among wildlife
  • Learn about Galapagos conservation
  • Cycle to Isabela's coastline
  • Snorkel in Concha Perla
  • Hike the rim of an active caldera
  • View giant Galapagos tortoises
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Floreana Island
from $2,692
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Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Legend
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the south-eastern islands of San Cristobal, Española, Floreana, and Santa Cruz on this unforgettable 5-day cruise aboard the 100-guest Galapagos Legend small cruise ship.
  • Visit beautiful coral sand beaches
  • Snorkel among green sea turtles
  • Admire different kinds of birds
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Sacha Lodge La Balsa Restaurant
from $2,412
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Sacha Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
Flying from Quito to the Amazonian city of Coca, board a canoe down the Napo River where we'll have four nights exploring the Amazon rainforest at Sacha Lodge. Luxury accommodations, gourmet cuisine, English-speaking naturalists & indigenous guides revealing monkeys, birds & Amazonian wildlife will make your weeklong trip to Ecuador unforgettable.
  • Paddle dugout canoes along creeks
  • Take night walks through the forest
  • Observe the unique wildlife
  • View the forest from the canopy
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See giant tortoises in the Galapagos
from $8,016
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Wildlife Odyssey

Amazon & Galapagos - 15 Day Itinerary
Activities
Horseback Riding, Hacienda Visits
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.
  • Observe macaws at a clay lick
  • Visit a 130-ft. observation tower
  • Take in the vast array of wildlife
  • Snorkel through clear waters
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A pair of blue-footed boobies display their charm in the Galapagos Islands
from $4,795
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Eastern & Central Islands

7 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Monserrat
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Bachas Beach
Activities
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Indulge in the unique beauty of the Galapagos Islands on this 7-day adventure aboard M/Y Monserrat. Learn about the history of this unique archipelago, rest on a white sand beach, view abundant wildlife, and take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime snorkel opportunities.
  • Visit Charles Darwin Station
  • Relax at Bachas Beach
  • Spot red-footed boobies
  • Witness marine life at Tortuga Rock
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Devil's Crown Galapagos
from $2,610
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Galapagos Southeast Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Corals
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This affordable 5-day Galapagos cruise aboard the Coral I or II explores the southeastern and central islands of the Galapagos including San Cristobal, Española, Floreana & Santa Cruz. Encounter fearless wildlife like giant tortoises and marine iguanas, and snorkel in the crystalline Galapagos waters viewing colorful fish, sharks, rays, and sea turtles.
  • Visit Cerro Brujo´s lava formations
  • Hike across Española Island
  • Discover Galapagos origins
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Embark on a sightseeing canoe trip
from $2,192
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La Selva Lodge

Ecuadorian Amazon - 7 Day Itinerary
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Relaxed
Spend four nights in the Ecuadorian Amazon at the La Selva rainforest lodge with professional naturalists and indigenous guides. Paddle a canoe on black water lakes, spot monkeys and birds in the rainforest canopy, and relax away the evenings on one of the most luxurious experiences in the Amazon Rainforest.
  • Visit Ecuador's famous macaw lick
  • Take night walks in the rainforest
  • Observe unique Amazon wildlife
  • Paddle dugout canoes along creeks
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Wildlife in the Galapagos
from $5,845
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North & Central Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Galapagos Horizon
Activity Level
Variable
Enjoy an extensive adventure into the unique world of the Galapagos on this incredible 5-day journey. Admire the incredible natural beauty of this archipelago sailing pass Baltra, Rabida, Santiago, Genovesa, Santa Cruz and more!
  • Observe the Pinnacle Rock
  • Snorkel through clear blue waters
  • Visit James Bay
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Overlook at Pitt Point
from $5,200
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Western Islands

6 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Bachas Beach
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark the Alya on this 6-day catamaran cruise of the Western Galapagos Islands, visiting some of the most popular sites including the Tortoise Breeding Center on Santa Cruz, snorkeling in Elizabeth Bay on Isabela, kayaking around Urbina Bay at Fernandina, and hiking the Chinese Hat Islet near the southeast coast of Santiago, plus much more!
  • Observe Galapagos giant tortoises
  • See the blue-footed boobies dance
  • Look for Galapagos penguins
  • Cruise along Moreno Point
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Black Turtle cove with mangroves
from $4,200
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Northern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Alya
Starts / Ends
Baltra / Charles Darwin Center
Activity Level
Variable
Sail to one of the most unique archipelagos in the world on this 5-day Galapagos Islands cruise aboard the Alya catamaran. The Galapagos Islands are teeming with sea life including blue-footed boobies, giant tortoises, land and marine iguanas, sea lions, and penguins.
  • Swim and snorkel at Darwin Bay
  • Discover Genovesa Island's birdlife
  • Hike to Dragon Hill
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Pinnacle rock on Bartolome
from $9,990
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Western & Eastern Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/C Elite
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / San Cristobal Interpretation Center
Activity Level
Variable
Join the M/C Elite on a spectacular 8-day small ship cruise of the Galapagos Islands. Visit San Cristobal, North Seymour, Santa Cruz, Isabela, Fernandina, Rabida, Bartholomew and many more islands.
  • Visit the beautiful Junco Lagoon
  • Bird watching at North Seymour
  • Snorkel & Kayak across Tintoreras
  • Discover Sierra Negra volcano
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La Selva Ecolodge
from $1,570
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La Selva Snapshot

4 Day Itinerary
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Relaxed
Hike through the rainforest on the Tucaneta Trail, look for monkeys and birds near a lagoon and go star gazing on a canoe on a tour at the La Selva Lodge. Learn from experienced guides about the beautiful flora and fauna on a 4 day trip to the Amazon Rainforest.
  • Climb up an observation tower
  • Visit the Mandi Cocha lagoon
  • Look for nighttime wildlife
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sally lightfoot crab
from $4,050
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Southern Islands

5 Day Itinerary aboard Treasure of Galapagos
Starts / Ends
San Cristobal Airport / Baltra
Activity Level
Variable
This 5-day Southern Galapagos Islands cruise on the Treasure of the Galapagos yacht explores the islands of Santa Cruz, San Cristobal, Santa Fe and more.
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