Ecuador Travel Tips & Regional Highlights

Ecuador, and its capital of Quito, may have eluded your travel radar until now, but it’s time for a revelation. If you’ve been intrigued in the past but weren’t sure what to expect, we’ll share why this country means so much to us and facts…

In the Galapagos, travelers trade traffic and screen time for playful swims with sea lions and up-close encounters with penguins, tortoises, dolphins, and iguanas. But pair that with an Amazon River expedition, and you’ve got something even more extraordinary: the closest thing to an African…

In the Ecuadorian Amazon, nature pulses with life. Bird calls, buzzing insects, and the chatter of monkeys echo through vibrant greenery, pulling you into a world that feels deeply, wildly alive. My time at La Selva Lodge with Quasar deepened that connection in ways I…

When you’re a child, you seldom realize the extraordinary blessing of your upbringing. For me, it wasn’t just about being born into a family with deep Ecuadorian roots or growing up in the historic Casa Gangotena. It was about inheriting a foundation of hard work,…

Ecuador has always been a haven for adventurers, and for my husband and me, it’s been much more than that—it’s home. Nearly four decades ago, we founded Quasar Expeditions right here in Ecuador, inspired by its unmatched natural beauty and our love for meaningful travel.…

Through your airplane window, you catch your first glimpse of the Galapagos Islands in the distance. As your plane crosses the equatorial line, a wave of excitement washes over you. You’ve read the brochures, watched documentaries, and followed social media pages, but nothing could prepare…