Traveling from Ecuador to Colombia turned out to be the border crossing journey from hell. Typically it’s easy breezy unless you have crap luck. All in all don’t let this experience speak too loudly but you’re welcome to have a laugh at our expense ;). The poor luck was mostly due to bad timing. The […]
One of the highlights of visiting Ecuador is being able to say that you have been to the middle of the world. This all started around the year 1736 when a French lead team used the available technology to geo map the equator just north of Quito Ecuador. A huge monument was erected and still […]
The Otavalo market is about a two hour bus ride north of Quito. It’s become insanely popular as one of the must see attractions in Northern Ecuador. The local people have become famous for their textiles and crafts. How to Arrive From the North: You can make a stop over in Otavalo in your border […]
Cotopaxi is one of the must see attractions for most people visiting Ecuador. It’s fierce yet beautiful at the same time. Entering the national park in order to climb the volcano requires a guide. The necessity of a guide has driven the price tag of most tours to around $50. A bit high considering the […]
We arrived from Latacunga after a few hours and straight away took a cab to the old town where we would be staying. Right away the taxi driver tries to drive away without giving my change. I called to him and he made the notion with his hands as if to say he has no […]
This is the ultimate hiking adventure in Ecuador. Having started my South American hiking in Patagonia every other trail has been a bit underwhelming to say the least, until The Quilotoa Loop. It’s was my absolute favorite four days in all of Ecuador and absolutely part of my top five South American highlights. Things to […]
Los Frailes is a beach located on the coast of Ecuador in Machalilla National Park. It’s long been considered the most beautiful beach in all of Ecuador by travelers and locals alike. The park is well kept and a must see if you ever find yourself on Ecuador’s coast. How to Get There From Puerto […]
Banos is undeniably the adrenaline junkie capital of Ecuador. It’s a medium-ish sized town in a beautiful valley surrounded by mountains. It’s as much of a tourist town as it is a popular weekend getaway for Ecuadorians. It’s hard not falling in love with this place and all that it offers. Here is a short […]
The Poor Man’s Galapagos Isla de la Plata and the surrounding pacific waters are a haven for all sorts of wildlife including birds, seals, turtles, assortments of fish and whales during parts of the year. The island is about 40 km off the coast of Ecuador. Puerto Lopez serves as its main gateway for tourism. […]
Puerto Lopez is the main hub for life and travel on Ecuador’s coast. It’s a busy town where you can find a little of everything. Complete with a bit of beach life, hiking in the national park nearby, whale watching, diving, fresh seafood and more. The locals are friendly, the food is good and the […]