Explore Yasuní and Cuyabeno: The Best Amazon Rainforest Tours in Ecuador When travelers think of the Amazon, they often picture Brazil. But just beyond the Andes, the Amazon Rainforest in Ecuador offers an equally wild and far more accessible experience. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we guide you deep into the jungle—into a world of biodiversity, ancient cultures, and unforgettable encounters. Our Amazon tours in Ecuador focus on two of the…
Climb Iliniza Norte: The Ideal Acclimatization Peak in Ecuador If you’re preparing to climb Ecuador’s towering snow-capped giants like Cotopaxi or Chimborazo, don’t overlook the importance of proper acclimatization. One of the best climbs to prepare both your body and mind for high-altitude glacier summits is Iliniza Norte—a spectacular 5,126-meter (16,818 ft) peak located in the Ilinizas Ecological Reserve. At Ecuador Eco Adventure, we offer guided climbs to Iliniza Norte…
Sustainable Adventures in Paradise: How to Plan an Unforgettable 5-Day Galápagos Trip The Galápagos Islands are one of the world’s most iconic natural destinations, offering a rare window into a world where wildlife thrives without fear of humans. From swimming with sea lions to walking beside 100-year-old giant tortoises, every encounter here feels like a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But many travelers ask the same question: Is it possible to experience the…
Avalanche on Cotopaxi – March 16, 2025 Cotopaxi, one of the world’s highest active volcanoes and one of Ecuador’s most iconic peaks, is a popular destination for mountaineers. Its towering summit at 5,897 meters presents a formidable challenge, with extreme weather conditions and unpredictable snow accumulation making safety precautions essential for any climb. On March 16, 2025, an avalanche was triggered at approximately 5,700 meters due to heavy snow accumulation…
How difficult is Chimborazo to climb? Ecuador, a land of astonishing diversity, boasts the majestic Andes Mountains as its spine, offering a haven for adventurers and nature lovers alike. Among these towering peaks, Mount Chimborazo reigns supreme, standing as the highest mountain in Ecuador and one of the most challenging climbs in the world. Mount Chimborazo: Rising to a breathtaking height of 6,310 meters (20,702 feet) above sea level, Chimborazo…
Is it safe to travel to the Galapagos Islands? Are you planning a trip to the enchanted islands of Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, home of Darwin's Evolution theory, but you need to know if it's safe, and easy-going, what are the major risks of going there? Accommodation There are 3 main islands that are most popular to visit, and where you´ll find more options to stay Santa Cruz - Puerto…
Isabela Island - The best things to do for FREE and on your own While there are a lot of organized activities in the biggest island of the Galapagos, that is worth spending your hard-earned money on, there are some places you can see on your own, that could enhance your experience when you visit the enchanted islands. Have additional free days - when you book your airline tickets for your…
Where to Eat in Riobamba? The Best Traditional meals and local delicacies in Riobamba. The city of Riobamba in Ecuador is worldwide known to be the closest city to the Chimborazo mountain. However, if you are a food lover, you have plainly more reasons to stay in Riobamba. There are so many specialties it would be difficult to list them all, so at Ecuador Eco Adventure we chose four of…
Climb Mount Triglav This is a 2864 m high summit and the highest mountain in Slovenia and the Julian Alps. It was first climbed in 1778 when four brave men - Lovrenz Willomitzer, a chamois hunter, Štefan Rožič, and two miners Luka Korošec and Matevž Kos stood on its summit. At the time it was an extremely difficult climb, the main problem being the knife-sharp ridge connecting Little Triglav with…
The use of Oxygen in mountain climbing is a common fact, especially for climbs above 6000 m (19000 feet), nowadays, this practice has made climbs such as K2 and Everest a lot more feasible, with climbers paying sherpas exclusively to carry oxygen and providing the climbers body and condition, with more chances to reach the dreamed summit. This is not a common practice in Ecuador, as our mountains are "fast…
