ACTIVITIES IN ECUADOR
Thanks to its vast diversity, Ecuador offers visitors a wide variety
of activities for all ages and tastes. Each region provides special
attractions and alternatives and thanks to the country’s climate
they are available all year long.
Horseback riding represents a perfect alternative for admiring
breathtaking landscapes, enjoying nature and relaxing. Horseback
riding is a deep-rooted activity in Ecuador and exists in most of
the regions, both for pure tourism and as a cultural activity –rodeo
rides together with local communities, for instance.
Horseback riding journeys on haciendas, national parks and unique
reserves, are an indispensable ingredient during your stay in Ecuador,
no matter which region you choose.
Are you interested in experiencing horseback riding trips surrounded
by mountains, snow-covered peaks, lakes, and grassland vegetation,
wearing ponchos and other traditional warm costumes? Discover what
our Highland partners
have to offer! Be assured it will be a lifetime experience.
Or if you prefer to ride on the beach, breathing fresh air and listening
to the sea, our partner hosterías
and lodges, both on the Coast and the Galapagos
Islands, will be glad to organise unforgettable excursions for
you.
Interested in learning about our special recommendations? Just
contact us.
Trekking represents a perfect opportunity to discover marvellous
untouched landscapes, as well as the exceptional geographic and
biological diversity of the country.
Trekking options in Ecuador are extremely diverse, given that the
country boasts more than 45 protected natural areas, including national
parks and private reserves, of which almost all offer trekking possibilities.
Even though the highlands offer the greatest number of trekking
opportunities, with magnificent sceneries, treks from sea level
to up to 4000 metres, as well as rewarding trails in the rainforest
and the cloud forest region are at your disposition.
Furthermore, there are many excellent easy day walks, but also ample
opportunities for adventurers, seeking for greater challenges in
the most rugged unexplored terrains. In any case, trekking in Ecuador
is well-known as an independent adventurous activity.
Easy accessibility to most sites is one of Ecuador´s main
advantage, in comparison to other trekking destinations. Nevertheless,
trails in Ecuador are never crowded and offer virtually unlimited
scope for exploration. Moreover, trekking routes in Ecuador are
very safe and people in the countryside are generally helpful. Additionally,
trekking in Ecuador is easily combined with a visit to the country's
more traditional destinations.
South American Tours will be
glad to organise personalised trips for you. Most of our recommended
hosterías and
haciendas in different regions of Ecuador offer interesting
trekking opportunities. Please contact
us for further information.
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