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Visit Ecuador - All You Need To Know

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After spending six months in the beautiful country of Ecuador, we bring to you the best activities we did in different cities. We spent time in Cuenca, coast of Ecuador, Quito, Mindo, Cotacachi and Otavalo.
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Enjoy the many activities you can explore and do around Ecuador.

 
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Mindo is a paradise for bird-watchers! This was the highlight of our activity!
Mindo Cloud Forest Private Tour: Birdwatching, Birds & Nature
 
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With 10 lines to experience ziplining in Mindo! It was safe and involved short hikes between the lines. You can also choose a short 3 or 5 line experience but I would recommend going for the 10 lines to fully experience it.
Mindo Ziplining Experience
 
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Experience the beautiful rainforest in the night! You will see snakes, frogs, lizards, insects and learn about the night creatures. Perfect for kids as well!
Night Walk in Mindo with professional naturalist.
 
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Enjoy horse back riding to experience Cotopaxi in a non-touristy way!
Horseback Riding at Cotopaxi Volcano
 
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If in Quito, you should not miss this cable car (TeleferiQo) tour along with visit to Middle of the World (Mitad del Mundo). What an experience it is to be standing in the centre of the earth!
Middle of the world and Cable car Private tour - Quito
 
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Love to experience the culture and cuisine of Ecuador? This tour will take you for a gastronomical experience of the amazing Ecuadorian food!
Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings
 
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Isla de la Plata or “Poor Man's Galapagos” is an absolutely beautiful place to see whales, do diving/snorkelling and enjoy a hike.
Tour to La Plata island and whales watching - Puerto Lopez
 
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Explore city of Cuenca by a walking tour!
Free Walking Tours Cuenca
 
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Quilotoa Lake is a beautiful turquoise colored lake in the crater of a volcano!
Quilotoa Lagoon, Quito | Book Now Tickets & Tours Online
 
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In Cuenca, Cajas National Park is a must visit park in Ecuador. Absolutely breath taking with many hiking options.
Cajas National Park Tour
 
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Otavalo's Saturday Market is one of the largest market in South America. You can do all your souvenir shopping at a very affordable price. Take this tour to visit this town and learn about the indigenous communities of this region.
Otavalo Market in Ecuador. Day Trip from Quito