The Andean Highlands in Ecuador

One of the most visited area of Ecuador is the Andes, - a breath taking, multi-hued mountain paradise jam-packed with cultural and natural diversity that would keep visitors coming back.

If you want to do the scenic trip, be sure to hop aboard the "Train of the Middle of the World". If you love urban adventures and mountain thrills, is is your place.

You'll get to see Quito's panoramic view - the world's first city to be declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Quito is an ideal place for hiking, mountain climbing, biking, rafting and kayaking.

In the southern part is another colonial city called Cuenca, - another UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site with its charming cobblestone streets and white washed red-tiled buildings, stately plazas and grand old churches.

Ecuador's Galapagos Island

Galapagos is a famous, isolated archipelago comprising 13 major islands, and more than 100 smaller islands and islets.

The islands are blessed with pleasant weather all year round in addition to some of the most hauntingly beautiful land and seascapes to be found anywhere.

Galapagos is a National Park, a marine reserve and a Natural Heritage site as well, - a protected place that has some of the highest levels of endemism (those species found nowhere else on earth).

In some designated areas, you can dive and snorkel and see the impressive aquatic species of the coral reefs, one of the world's greatest diving adventures.

Other activities to do for fun are cruising from mid-range vessels to first-class yachts and luxury catamarans.

Ecuador's Pacific Coast

Due to its spectacular and unspoiled coast, Ecuador has sugary beaches and quaint villages that line its Pacific Coast. It has 6 distinct provinces that made up the coastal region namely; - Esmeraldas, Manabi, Los Rios, Santa Elena, Guayas and El Oro.

Esmeraldas also known as "the Green province" is accessible only by canoe making it an ideal destination for unforgettable river safaris.

Manabi is a place ideal for whale watching, diving or relaxing on the beach with a cocktail :).

Guayas is the place of Ecuador's largest city and chief port in Guayaquil, where neighborhood is full of historical attractions and landmarks which are worth exploring.

You might want to check out Spondylus Route, which offers fascinating archaeological sites, as well as surfing, paragliding and many more for nature and adventure lovers.

ECUADOR - Life at its Purest!

Did you know that one in ten known species in the world is found in the Ecuadorian Amazon? It's because its Amazon region is lovingly preserved thus, unforgettably beautiful.

Its Amazon region has 6 provinces divided into two; - Upper Amazon and Lower Amazon.

Ecuador provides the richest and easiest access to the magnificent tropical rain forest of the Amazon in all South America.

Due to its huge protected areas of the rain forest, indigenous ethnic tribes exist and still observe their original traditions and distinct customs. But visitors are still made to feel at home whether they mingle with the tribe people or relaxing in the comfort of five-star hotels or lodgings.