Ecuador

Ecuador highlights

• The unique wildlife and landscape of the Galapagos Islands.
• The traditional cultures and dramatic landscape of the Andes.
• Rainforests - home to diverse flora and fauna, as well as native tribes.
• Superb birdwatching in the cloudforests.
• Charming accommodation in haciendas, lodges and tribal huts.

Weather

Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Min temp
8	8	8	8	8	7	7	7	7	8	7	8
Max temp
22	22	22	21	21	22	22	23	23	22	22	22

Client Comments

The trip was way beyond our expectations in every respect. The experience of the Galapagos Islands will be a treasured memory for both of us. Every day revealed wondrous creatures and spectacular land/sea-scapes.
Maxine and Timothy Richmond

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Language

Spanish is Ecuador's official language.

Visas

Not required for British travellers. Other nationalities should obtain advice from their embassy.

Health

There are no compulsory vaccinations, except yellow fever if visiting the rainforest. Malaria prophylactics are also recommended in the rainforest.

Best times to go

The driest season for the Andean regions is from about late May to early October. The Napo rainforest region is also a year round destination, though the rains are heaviest in July and August. The Galapagos Islands is a year round destination, with December to May the warmest months.

Getting there

There is an international airport at Quito and at Guayaquil. KLM and Iberia have routes via Europe to both cities. The flying time is about 14 hours. It is also possible to fly via America.

Foreign Office Travel Advice - www.fco.gov.uk/travel