No, most visitors do not need a visa to enter Ecuador if the trip is for tourism and does not exceed 90 days. However, it is mandatory:
Present a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity).
Have international travel insurance.
Have proof of departure from the country (return ticket or departure to another destination).
Quito: historical capital, declared a World Heritage Site.
Cuenca: colonial architecture, crafts and gastronomy.
Baños: waterfalls, adventure sports and hot springs.
Ecuadorian Amazon: biodiversity and ancestral communities.
Cotopaxi and Andean volcanoes: for lovers of trekking and nature.
Pacific Coast: beaches like Montañita, Canoa and Los Frailes.
Ecuador has a varied climate depending on the region, but in general:
Andean Highlands: June to September is the dry season, ideal for hiking and cultural visits.
Amazon: it is humid all year round, but there is less rain from November to February.
Coast: December to April is the sunniest and hottest season.
In general, yes. But as in any destination, you have to take precautions:
Avoid showing valuables.
Use reliable transportation.
Check with agencies or accommodations about safe areas. Many travelers choose to hire local guides or packages with responsible operators, such as those Galasky works with.
Stay in eco-lodges or rural houses that work with communities.
Participate in cultural experiences with indigenous peoples (Amazon, Otavalo).
Choose less crowded routes to reduce environmental impact.
Support conservation projects or ancestral knowledge workshops.
Totally. There are many activities that children love:
Interactive museums in Quito or Cuenca.
Short nature trails.
Animal watching in national parks or reserves.
Chocolate, ceramics or traditional music workshops. To help you choose a family itinerary, you can write to us using the contact form at the end of this page.
A week is enough for a lot. Some ideas:
Culture + nature option: Quito (2 days), Otavalo (1 day), Cotopaxi (1 day), Baños (2 days), return to Quito.
Amazon option: Quito + 3 days of excursion in the jungle.
Beach option: Guayaquil + Montañita + Machalilla Park. Galasky can help you put together a custom itinerary according to your tastes and times.
Intag: community tourism and organic coffee.
Alausí: train tour and historical towns.
Shuar and Kichwa in the Amazon: cultural immersion experiences.
Beaches like Ayampe or Mompiche: quiet and local.
If you are interested in discovering another Ecuador, contact us through the form below and we will design it with you.
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