Flights To Ecuador Guide

The primary entry point into Ecuador is Quito’s Mariscal Sucre International Airport. The airport, which is run by Corporación Quiport, is the most well-known in the area since it ensures effective and secure operations for airlines as well as enhanced services for travellers.

As soon as you land in Ecuador, Woking Travel will take care of you and organise transportation from the airport to your accommodation. Book your transfer with Woking Travel at Transfers.

1. Guayaquil’s Oro Verde: This luxurious and spacious hotel is located in Guayaquil and offers fine dining restaurants, swimming pools, and fitness centres. 
   
   
2. Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel: This hotel is located in the Galapagos Islands, and it offers guests comfortable accommodation facilities with spectacular views and easy access to the island’s natural wonders.
   
   
3. Mashpi Lodge: This modern lodge is situated in the thick of the Andean cloud forest. It provides a unique eco-luxury experience that includes gourmet food, luxurious sleep, and natural guided walks through the pristine forests.
   
   
4. JW Marriott Hotel Quito: Situated in Quito, the JW Marriott Hotel boasts upscale rooms, several eateries, and access to the attractions of this magnificent city and its historical sites.
   
   
5. Mansion Alcazar Boutique Hotel: It is housed inside a restored colonial mansion, which gives it an old-world charm.
   
   
6. Samari Spa Resort: Samari Spa Resort, also located in Banos, provides luxury accommodations, including comfortable rooms, thermal pools with spa treatments, and great views of the mountains around it.
   
   
7. La Selva Amazon Eco-Lodge & Retreat: Rustic accommodation options are available at La Selva Amazon Eco-Lodge & Retreat for its jungle tours, which are also home to many wildlife that tourists can observe here.
   
   
8. Hotel Plaza Grande: The Plaza de la Independencia, Quito’s main square, is elevated by the Hotel Plaza Grande. Originally built as one of the capital’s earliest hotels, it has undergone a comprehensive renovation and makeover to become the best boutique hotel in the area.
   
   
9. Oro Verde Manta: This beachfront resort in Manta offers accommodations, restaurants, a pool, and nearby city attractions.
   
   
10. Casa Gangotena: Located in the centre of Quito’s Old Town is a hotel. Experience the grace and extravagance of a bygone era from our hotel.

The transportation options in ecuador are as follows: 

• Buses: In Ecuador, buses are a popular mode of transportation. From Quito, you can take a bus to all of the best tourist destinations in the nation, and the cost is really cheap.
• Rental Cars: It is challenging to drive a rental automobile in Ecuador due to poor road conditions. Long drives across rural areas provide unique challenges. 
• Uber: Cabify, Uber, and taxis. This is an additional choice, but if you’re riding alone, it will be the priciest. 
• Bicycles: Quito, like many other cities throughout the world, is currently promoting the exchange of motorised cars for bicycles.

1. Galápagos Islands: These are UNESCO World Heritage Sites with distinct fauna, penguins, and tortoises. Guided tours or snorkelling expeditions allow tourists to visit deserted beaches, volcanoes, or marine habitats.
   
   
2. Quito: Quito is one of the most significant historic centres in the Americas. It has been preserved excellently and is widely known for its intact colonial architecture. These sites include Plaza de la Independencia, Basilica del Voto Nacional, and TelefériQo aerial tramway, which gives panoramic views of the city centre and mountains.
   
   
3. Cuenca: This quaint southern Ecuadorian colonial town offers cobbled streets with old churches and “preserved” architecture. The Cuenca Cathedral, Tomebamba River, and nearby Cajas National Park—with its Andean landscape dotted with hiking trails—are among its highlights.
   
   
4. Guayaquil: Ecuador’s principal port and largest city, Guayaquil, is quite an interesting mixture of urban attractions and natural beauty. Tourists come walking along the Malecón 2000 promenade, which takes them by Parque Histórico and Las Peñas historical neighbourhood. They should also see sights like the Santa Ana Hill lighthouse.
   
   
5. Santa Cruz Island: Being a hub for scientific research and tourism within Galápagos, Santa Cruz Island is the archipelago’s most populous island. Notable attractions include Puerto Ayora, Charles Darwin Research Station and Tortuga Bay Beach, where one will find pearly white sands facing crystal clear waters.
   
   
6. Banos: Banos is a quaint little town at the base of Tungurahua volcano. It is famous for its hot springs and outdoor activities, such as hiking, mountain biking, zip-lining, waterfall rappelling, or even soaking in warm thermal baths located throughout the village.
   
   
7. Isabela Island: The most significant island within the Galápagos archipelago has many natural spots such as volcanoes, lava tubes or untouched beaches. Some favourite things visitors can do are climb the Sierra Negra volcano and walk across lava fields –just like swimming with the fishes underneath the water- Giant Tortoise Breeding Center.
   
   
8. Otavalo: Otavalo is a town known for its indigenous market of brightly coloured textiles made by hand or other crafts and souvenirs. This beautiful Andean landscape includes Cuicocha Crater Lake and Peguche waterfall.
   
   
9. San Cristóbal Island: San Cristóbal Island is one of the oldest islands in the Galápagos archipelago. It offers snorkelling, diving, and wildlife-watching opportunities. Its attractions include La Loberia Beach, the Kicker Rock Formation, and the Interpretation Center.
   
   
10. Floreana Island: Floreana is an uninhabited island on the Galápagos Archipelago known for being peaceful and picturesque. Giant tortoises roam freely beside various species that can be seen while snorkelling. Tourists’ places to visit are Post Office Bay, some rocks sticking out from the ocean called “devil’s crown,” and the highlands, home to giant tortoises and other examples of endemic life.

1. Cafe Mossaico : A restaurant with several awards and a spectacular view of the old town. It offers both foreign and Ecuadorian food. We heartily suggest going there to see the sunset!
   
   
2. Nuema: The young chef Alejandro Chamorro is in charge of this restaurant, which is housed at the Hotel Illa Experience San Marcos. The tasting menu showcases Ecuador’s many temperature zones and civilizations.
   
   
3. La Briciola: This restaurant offers real Italian food prepared from scratch in La Floresta. We definitely suggest fish platters at La Briciola.
   
   
4. Casa Warmi: La Floresta is home to this ideal lunch place. The charming, plant-filled cafe serves inventive, regional, and vegetarian food.
   
   
5. Z-Food: Locally produced, fresh seafood derived from sustainable fishing practices.
   
   
6. Techo del Mundo: This lovely restaurant, which is situated on the sixth level of the Hotel Quito, provides delicious lunch buffets that feature regional delicacies! It will seem as though you are dining above!
   
   
7. Zazu: This is one of the few restaurants in Ecuador who are a part of the Relais Château fellowship. The chic and modern restaurant serves creative and delicious dishes. A reservation is highly recommended.
   
   
8. Mi Cocina: This affordable restaurant, which is close to Hotel Quito, offers a variety of regional dishes, with their soups being particularly good.
   
   
9. La Fonda del Parque: This little Mexican eatery in Parque Genaro Larrea serves up really good, classic dishes with a twist for its patrons!
   
   
10. Los Jugos de la Sucre: This well-known juice shop is located across from the Compañia de Jesus church and offers delicious fresh juice!

1. Cruise the Galapagos Islands: Cruise the Galapagos Islands to discover their exceptional biodiversity, and watch out for such iconic creatures as giant tortoises, marine iguanas and blue-footed birds. 
   
   
2. Explore Quito: Walk along UNESCO’s World Heritage Site at Quito’s historic centre, which has its original colonial architecture, including churches, plazas and narrow cobbled roads.
   
   
3. Mountain Biking Cotopaxi Volcano: Engage in an incredible mountain biking escapade circling Cotopaxi Volcano with a view of the Andean landscape stretching below you when descending.
   
   
4. Shop at Otavalo Market: Get lost in Ecuadorian culture by shopping at Otavalo Market, one of South America’s biggest indigenous markets. You can find colourful textiles, crafts, and traditional Andean items here.
   
   
5. Delve into the Amazon: Take a guided tour of the Amazon rainforest and experience its amazing biodiversity, which includes various forms of wildlife, native communities, and dense jungle scenes.
   
   
6. Visit the Basilica of the National Vow: Be astonished by Quito’s Basilica del Voto Nacional Gothic church building; climb up its towers for 360-degree views of surrounding mountains and city limits.
   
   
7. Relax in Baños: Soak up in Banos, a picturesque town famous for thermal pools fed by natural hot springs from nearby volcanoes against rainforests and waterfalls.
   
   
8. Explore Cuenca: Please find out about Cuenca, an artsy town with the remaining architecture from when it was colonised; it also has museums, such as art galleries, and is home to the classic domed cathedral.
   
   
9. Discover the Quilotoa Loop: Hike Quilotoa Loop, a scenic hiking trail that passes through Andean towns, farms, and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. The trail culminates at the breathtaking Quilotoa Lake.
   
   
10. Experience Salinas: To rest on clean beaches, surf and dive in ocean water, and taste fresh seafood from restaurants with Pacific Ocean views in Salinas.

As a result of its diverse geography, the climate in Ecuador differs from region to region. By and large, the Andes Mountains influence the weather and divide it into sections.

• Coastal Weather: Usually, the coastal areas have high humidity throughout the year and tropical conditions with temperatures ranging between 25°C and 31°C (77°F – 88°F). 
• Highland Weather:The Andean highlands are more excellent than this, with temperatures between 7°C and 21°C (45°F – 70°F), and they have wet and dry seasons. Conversely, the Amazon rainforest has a hot and humid climate.
  
  

For live updates about Ecuador’s weather conditions, refer to weather conditions in Ecuador.

• GMT: Ecuador is 5 hours behind the UK during standard time.
• BST: Ecuador is 6 hours behind the UK during BST.

Currency: 

• The United States Dollar (USD) has been the official currency since 2000 when the country adopted it. ATMs are prevalent in Ecuador, especially in urban areas and popular tourist destinations. Cash is commonly accepted, and credit and debit cards are widely accepted. It is still advisable to carry some amount of cash with you at all times.

Language:

•  Most of the population speaks Spanish as their mother tongue, which is also an official language in Ecuador. Besides, thirteen ethnic languages are recognised, such as Quechua and Shuar. Additionally, English can be understood by inhabitants of tourist centres along with some indigenous communities.

Local Customs:

It is customary to greet everyone you pass by or meet. Tourists can dress casually when exploring the place. However, it is important to be respectful and dress appropriately when visiting the churches or authoritative properties in Ecuador. Moreover, mealtimes are considered to be an opportunity for social engagement; make a conversation with people around you over a meal.

Laws:

Check out the websites below to familiarise yourself with the important laws pertaining to travellers or people, in general, in Ecuador.

• UK Travel Advisory –  Ecuador 
• Laws and Regulations For Tourists in Ecuador 

Ecuador offers a mix of beautiful natural sceneries, diverse topography and a rich cultural heritage. For whatever type of tourist, there is something for them in places as varied as the lush Amazon rainforest and the stunning Galapagos Islands. The country also has friendly inhabitants, great food and a lot of festivals to keep visitors coming back again and again. This country has everything you need regarding historical sites or walking across Andes hills or beaches that are untouched. Moreover, its low living cost plus good climate make it desirable to retire here or possibly live abroad since one would have better life conditions at lower expenses.

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