Ecuador: The Amazon, Cloud Forests & Crater Lakes




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Ecuador: The Amazon, Cloud Forests & Crater Lakes
9 days
Small Group
Basic
Average
English
Experience Overview
Some trips just hit different — and this one’s got the perfect mix of wild nature, bucket list thrills, and real local connection.
Some trips just hit different — and this one’s got the perfect mix of wild nature, bucket list thrills, and real local connection. Dive into the heart of Ecuador with a lodge stay deep in the Amazon where monkeys leap overhead and the jungle hums all night long. Learn how to make chocolate from scratch and cruise through a local community by bike before heading to Baños for hot springs, canyon swings, and all the adventure your heart can handle. Then explore the volcanic rim and dreamy turquoise waters of Quilotoa, one of the country’s best-kept secrets. With just the right balance of structured days and free time, you’ll come back with more than just epic photos — you’ll leave with stories you’ll be telling for years.
Highlights
- Stay deep in the Amazon jungle surrounded by the sounds and sights of the wild
- Bike through a local community and learn how chocolate is made from bean to bar
- Chill or thrill in Baños with hot springs hikes and giant canyon swings
- Hike down to a lake at the centre of the crater in Quilotoa and choose to paddle across its turquoise waters
- Experience Ecuador’s Indigenous culture through community-led activities
Trip Details
9 days
Public bus, private vehicle, taxi
Small Group
English
Quito, Ecuador
Quito, Ecuador
Basic
18 - 39 Year Olds Only
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Quito
Day 2: Quito/Tena
Day 3: Tena
Day 4: Tena/Baños
Day 5: Baños
Opt to pre-book the "Baños Canyoning Adventure" or "Baños Ziplining Adventure Bundle" activity on the checkout page ahead of time to include one of these optionals on your tour.
Day 6: Baños/Quilotoa
Day 7: Quilotoa
Day 8: Quilotoa/Quito
Day 9: Quito
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Some trips just hit different — and this one’s got the perfect mix of wild nature, bucket list thrills, and real local connection.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 08 Mar 2026
Tour Operator

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
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