Cotopaxi National Park is located in the Cotopaxi Province, around 50 km south of Quito. The Cotopaxi volcano - 19,347 feet (5,897 m) - is the main attraction of this park. Cotopaxi National Park is a popular destination for visitors looking to hike, climb and trek. There is also a museum to visit. Best months to visit are December to April.
Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve contains 752,235 acres (304418 hectares) of land. It extends from Imbabura – in the Ecuadorian Andes mountains to the western edge of the rainforest in the Esmeraldas. The reserve is only 87 miles (140 km) from Quito. Inside, there are three volcanoes: Yanahurco, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha. But, top attraction is the Cuicocha Lagoon. ... Read more
Vilcabamba is a peaceful town, surrounded by mountains, located 28 mi (45 km) from the city of Loja, Ecuador. It offers stunning panoramic views. Vilcabamba is a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers. Most people gather in the center of town, around the main square. The climate of Vilcabamba is subtropical. The rainy season ... Read more
Ecuador has many beautiful places to visit. It is one of the main tourist destinations in South America. Ecuador offers a diversity of attractions. The Galapagos Islands are the most visited tourist attraction in Ecuador. Here is guide for the most visited tourist destinations in Ecuador.
Llanganates National Park is a protected area part of the Tungurahua and Napo in Ecuador. This park has stunning lakes, rivers, mountains, and cloud forests. Llanganates means “beautiful hill”. The Llanganates Mountains Range also part of the park holds the myth of a hidden treasure. Legend has it that in ancient times general Rumiñahui ordered … Read more
Cuenca is a beautiful historical city, capital of the Azuay province, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This city is famous for its stunning architecture, tourist attractions, hotels, cafes, galleries, and night activities.
Yasuni National Park is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. It homes many species of mammals including pink river dolphins. As well as birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects.
El Altar is an extinct volcano on Sangay National Park. 170 km south of Quito, near Riobamba. It has nine peaks surrounding a beautiful glacial crater lake. Surrounding the crater, there are green valleys full of waterfalls and multi-coloured glacial lagoons.
Riobamba is a charming Andean city, located in the heart of the Ecuador. It is known as “La Sultana de los Andes”, because it sits atop a large plain with snow-capped peaks in the background as the Chimborazo volcano — Ecuador’s highest mountain.
Cotacachi-Cayapas Ecological Reserve contains 752,235 acres (304418 hectares) of land. It extends from Imbabura – in the Ecuadorian Andes mountains to the western edge of the rainforest in the Esmeraldas. The reserve is only 87 miles (140 km) from Quito. Inside, there are three volcanoes: Yanahurco, Cotacachi, and Cuicocha. But, top attraction is the Cuicocha Lagoon. … Read more
Mojanda lakes are three turquoise lagoons nestled in the Andes Highlands. They are amongst once-active volcanoes. Located in the Imbabura province, near Otavalo. “Lagunas de Mojanda” in Spanish. It has an altitude of 13,983 ft. (4,263 m) The complex has three lakes Caricocha, Huarmicocha, and Yanacocha. Connected by the surrounded by mountains of Fuya-Fuya and … Read more
Vilcabamba is a peaceful town, surrounded by mountains, located 28 mi (45 km) from the city of Loja, Ecuador. It offers stunning panoramic views. Vilcabamba is a popular destination for backpackers and budget travelers. Most people gather in the center of town, around the main square. The climate of Vilcabamba is subtropical. The rainy season … Read more
Quilotoa Lake set in its deep volcanic crater is an extraordinary landscape, visitors can hike around the crater’s rim, visit on mules or kayak across the turquoise waters. Quilotoa lake is located in the Illinizas Ecological Reserve. Quilotoa is a salty lagoon from a volcanic origin with 3 kilometers of diameter. To reach Lake Quilotoa, from Quito … Read more
Galápagos National Park is Ecuador’s first national park. Also, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Galápagos Islands are a collection of rocky and volcanic lands. It has pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters. They are a protected part of the Galápagos National Park. About 97% of the entire area is part of the National Park system. … Read more
Cotopaxi National Park is located in the Cotopaxi Province, around 50 km south of Quito. The Cotopaxi volcano – 19,347 feet (5,897 m) – is the main attraction of this park. Cotopaxi National Park is a popular destination for visitors looking to hike, climb and trek. There is also a museum to visit. Best months to visit are December to April.
Chimborazo Fauna Reserve is located in the provinces of Chimborazo, Tungurahua, and Bolivar in the Ecuadorian Andes. The reserve is a protected area that guards a wide variety of vegetation and animals. Thus, it is common to see vicuñas, llamas, guanacos, rabbits, deer, wolves, and birds. The main attraction is the Chimborazo volcano — Ecuador’s highest volcano. … Read more
