Ecuador Diverse Tour

13 days – 12 nights

Trekking

Biking

Bird Watching

Canoe paddling

Snorkeling

Beach Time

Cultural encounters

Wooley monkey Sacha lodge

Overview

Discover the full spectrum of Ecuador’s natural and cultural wonders in this comprehensive 13-day program. Snorkel with iconic Galapagos species, explore the Amazon rainforest’s waterways and canopy walkways, and immerse yourself in the Andes’ stunning landscapes and vibrant local traditions. Stay at Scalesia Lodge, Finch Bay Hotel, Sacha Lodge, and Hacienda Piman for a perfectly curated experience.

Highlights:

  • Snorkel with penguins, sharks, and sea turtles in the Galapagos.
  • Walk the Amazon canopy bridges for bird and monkey sightings.
  • Paddle along the Napo River and spot pink river dolphins.
  • Hike to volcanic craters and Anden lagoons.
  • Connect with Andean communities through personalized cultural activities.

Itineraries

  • 12 nights
ecuador map
  • Inclusions
  • Exclusions
  • All accommodations
  • All meals in Scalesia Lodge, Sacha Lodge & Hacienda Piman
  • Half-board at Finch Bay Hotel (breakfast and lunch)
  • Breakfast at Airport hotel
  • All ground, water transportation and transfers
  • Air ticket Quito – Baltra – Quito
  • Air ticket Baltra – Pto. Villamil – Baltra
  • Air ticket Quito – Coca – Quito
  • Guided excursions with a bilingual guide (English, German or French)
  • Snorkeling gear
  • Activities & attractions entrance fees at Hacienda Piman.
  • Half day e-bike tour at Hacienda Piman
  • Wi-Fi in hotels’ common areas
  • Local taxes
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Galápagos National Park entrance fee ($100 per person)
  • Galápagos Transit Card ($20 per person)
  • Puerto Villamil entrance fee ($10 per person)
  • Native Community Interpretation Center contribution (USD 10 – paid locally – subject to change)
  • DAY 1
  • DAY 2
  • DAY 3
  • DAY 4
  • DAY 5
  • DAY 6
  • DAY 7
  • DAY 8
  • DAY 9
  • DAY 10
  • DAY 11
  • DAY 12
  • DAY 13

ISABELA ISLAND

Galapagos penguins
  • Air transfer from Quito to Baltra.
  • Transfer from Puerto Villamil to Scalesia Lodge
  • Lunch in Scalesia Lodge
  • Afternoon activity according to our Day by Day
  • Dinner in Scalesia Lodge

ISABELA ISLAND

Galapagos bay
  • Breakfast in Scalesia Lodge
  • Morning activity according to our Day by Day
  • Lunch in Scalesia Lodge
  • Afternoon activity according to our Day by Day
  • Dinner in Scalesia Lodge

ISABELA ISLAND

Galapagos crater view
  • Breakfast in Scalesia Lodge
  • Morning activity according to our Day by Day
  • Lunch in Scalesia Lodge
  • Afternoon activity according to our Day by Day
  • Dinner in Scalesia Lodge

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Galapagos tortoise
  • Breakfast in Scalesia Lodge
  • Trip to Santa Cruz Island:
    • Los Gemelos visit
    • Tortoise Reserve Ranch + Lava Tunnel
  • Lunch in Tortoise Ranch
  • Free afternoon in Finch Bay Hotel

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Bartolome Island
  • Breakfast at Finch Bay Hotel
  • Full-day yacht navigation to one of these islands:
    • Bartolome Island (on Saturday or Sunday)
    • Santa Fe Island (on Wednesday)
    • South Plazas Island (Tuesday or Friday)
    • North Seymour Island (on Monday or Thursday)
  • Lunch at yacht
  • Free time for dinner (several restaurant options in Santa Cruz as well as at Finch Bay Hotel).

SANTA CRUZ ISLAND

Charles Dawein Station
  • Breakfast at Finch Bay Hotel
  • Santa Cruz tour land Bahía Divine
  • Lunch at Finch Bay Hotel
  • Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortoise Breeding Facilities visit
  • Free time for dinner (several restaurant options in Santa Cruz as well as at Finch Bay Hotel).

QUITO

La Bascilica church, Quito
  • Breakfast in Finch Bay Hotel
  • Transfer to Baltra’s Airport
  • Air transfer from Baltra to Quito
  • Transfer from Quito’s Airport to Airport Hotel
  • Free afternoon and evening

AMAZON

Sloth
  • Breakfast at Airport Hotel
  • Air transfer from Quito to Coca.
  • Water transport from Coca to Sacha Lodge.
  • Lunch at Sacha Lodge
  • Afternoon activity in Sacha Lodge
  • Dinner at Sacha Lodge

AMAZON

Sacha Lodge Crane
  • Activities in Sacha Lodge in the morning, afternoon and evening.
  • All meals at Sacha Lodge.

AMAZON

Sacha Lodge Giant Otter
  • Activities in Sacha Lodge in the morning, afternoon and evening.
  • All meals at Sacha Lodge.

IMBABURA

Otavalo textiles
  • Breakfast at Sacha Lodge
  • Water transport from Sacha Lodge to Coca.
  • Air transfer from Coca to Quito.
  • Transfer from Quito to Hacienda Piman
  • Quitsato Solar Museum visit
  • Rose showroom visit
  • Lunch in Cayambe at “El Molino” restaurant
  • Dinner at Hacienda Piman

IMBABURA

spectacled bear
  • All meals at Hacienda Piman
  • Andean Spectacled Bear viewpoint visit
  • Pimampiro Traditional Market Visit
  • Half day trekking or e-bike tour
  • Butterfly House visit at Hacienda Piman

QUITO

otavalo weaver
  • Breakfast at Hacienda Piman
  • Cuicocha Lake walk
  • Otavalo Indigenous Craft Market visit
  • Lunch at Cabañas del Lago
  • Cóndor Huasi: Condor Rehabilitation Project visit
  • Zuleta’s Embroidery workshops visit
  • Drive back to Quito
  • End of our service

Hotels & Activities

Finch Bay Hotel

An beachfront hotel on Santa Cruz, combining sustainable luxury with direct access to the Galapagos’ natural wonders.

Sacha Lodge

Situated in the heart of Ecuador’s Amazon rainforest, Sacha Lodge provides an authentic jungle experience with unique wildlife encounters, comfortable accommodations, exclusive canopy attractions and expert naturalist guides.

Hacienda Pimán

A charming refuge in the Andean highlands, Hacienda Piman blends historical architecture with modern comforts, offering a serene environment for cultural immersion and nature exploration.

Quito Airport Hotel

We partner with well-known hotel chains near Quito’s airport, offering comfortable accommodations with complete facilities, ensuring a convenient and relaxing stay between your journeys

Scalesia Lodge

A unique safari-style lodge in Isabela’s lush highlands, offering personalized service, breathtaking views, and immersive nature experiences.