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						</span></h4><div class="et_pb_blurb_description" align="center"><h4><span style="color: rgb(95, 46, 7);">A truly unique lifetime 
adventure blending the spectacular geography of Ecuador’s mainland of 
active volcanoes, immense canyons, vast tropical rain forests and 
powerful waterfalls, with the enchanted Galapagos Islands, where the 
magic diversity of fearless animals flourishing in a volcanic ecosystem 
create an awe-inspiring atmosphere.</span></h4><h4><span style="color: rgb(95, 46, 7);"><br></span></h4><div class="et_pb_row et_pb_row_1">
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Includes a wide variety of outdoor activities, while discovering the highlights of Ecuador in the same journey.

<div class="et_pb_blurb_description"><ul><li>Snorkeling with Sea Turtles, Rays, Penguins and Sea Lions</li><li>Kayak to view wildlife</li><li>Tintoreras and lava tunnels</li><li>Charles Darwin Research Station</li><li>Encounter with wild Giant Tortoises</li><li>Sierra Negra Volcano</li><li>Spend time with a local indigenous family in the jungle</li><li>Cotopaxi volcano trek</li><li>Cloud forest biking and hiking</li><li>Amazon white water rafting</li><li>Amazon tropical rain forest canyoning</li><li>Papallacta hot springs</li></ul></div><p></p>

Trip Highlights

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						<p class="et_pb_module_header"><span><span style="font-weight: bold;">Departure Day:</span> Every Sunday (12 Days/11 Nights)</span></p>
						
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Dates & Pricing

<h4>DAY 1&nbsp;– QUITO ARRIVAL DAY</h4>
<p><strong>Meet your AJ trip leader and group at 6:00 pm.</strong></p>
<p>Welcome to Quito! The largest, best preserved colonial city of 
America – declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1978. The city is 
considered the Cultural Capital of South America and is located on the 
equator in a valley at the foothills of the Pichincha volcano.</p>
<p>Depending on arrival time, you can spend your day exploring the old 
town of Quito and the surrounding area. ADVENTURE JOURNEYS can help you 
to organize a day trip (please request in advance). In the evening, one 
of our trip leaders will meet you at the hotel’s lobby for a welcome 
briefing at 18:00 hours. At this time, we will discuss the details and 
questions you may have regarding the adventure. Our first day is an 
acclimation and information day.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Swissôtel Quito or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included:</strong> In-flight</p>
<h4>DAY 2 – ARRIVE IN GALAPAGOS – ISABELA ISLAND</h4>
<p>Today we get ready to explore the most amazing archipelago in the 
Pacific coast and the place where Charles Darwin based his theory on the
 evolution of species. We will board a morning flight from Quito to the 
island of Baltra. Once we arrive, we head to the town of Puerto Ayora, 
the largest town in the Galapagos. From here we will take a quick boat 
to the largest island in the archipelago and where the most of the 
volcanic activity in the Galapagos is reported. The island was formed by
 six shield volcanoes, Alcedo, Cerra Azul, Darwin, Ecuador, Sierra Negra
 and Wolf; five of them are still active which makes the island one of 
the most volcanically active places on earth.</p>
<p>The Galapagos Islands are located 600 miles (965.6 km) from the coast
 of Ecuador, it is really important to understand that you will have to 
take air, road and sea transportation to get there.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:</strong> Cormorant Beach House or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included:</strong> Breakfast</p>
<h4>DAY 3 – SNORKEL AT LAVA TUNNELS</h4>
<p>Explore the amazing formations of lava created by the last eruptions 
of the volcanic island along the seashore. This magical place has 
historically been filmed by BBC and National Geographic for their 
documentaries. It is a labyrinth of lava arches comprised of crystal 
clear water full of sea turtles, eagle rays, sea lions, sharks and more.
 The turtles navigate their own highway from the mangroves to the open 
sea through “Los Tuneles”. Here, we will have the best snorkeling 
opportunity with all these beautiful animals, including the curious 
Galapagos penguins playing around.</p>
<p>Before or after the trip, you can enjoy some optional activities such
 as snorkeling at “Concha de Perla”, biking or just relax on the exotic 
white-sand beaches of Isabela Island. We recommend you to take some time
 to visit the giant tortoise breeding center located walking distance 
from the hotel.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Cormorant Beach House or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included:</strong> Lunch</p>
<h4>DAY 4 – HIKE SIERRA NEGRA – KAYAK &amp; SNORKEL IN TINTORERAS</h4>
<p>After driving up from Puerto Villamil to the trail head, we will 
prepare our backpacks for the hike into a young forest ecosystem, a 
world of recent geological history. Our destination is the rim of Sierra
 Negra Crater, an active volcano which last erupted in June 2018.</p>
<p>Upon arrival, we take in breathtaking views and explore the 
circumference of the massive, lava-filled crater, a caldera that is over
 six miles across at its widest point. If we feel energetic enough, we 
can continue our hike to Volcan Chico, a secondary crater that has a 
wild landscape of puffing fumaroles and colorful lava formations; great 
examples of the dramatic geological events that have formed the 
Galapagos Islands over millennia. In the afternoon we will visit 
Tintoreras Islet, located at a short distance from Puerto Villamil and 
home to a great variety of wildlife. Its turquoise, crystalline waters 
are inhabited by white-tipped reef sharks, Galapagos Penguins, marine 
turtles and sea lions. One of its beaches, surrounded by mangroves, is 
one of the few sites where marine iguanas can reproduce successfully.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Cormorant Beach House or similar.</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast, Lunch</p>
<h4>DAY 5 – CHARLES DARWIN RESEARCH STATION</h4>
<p>In the morning, traverse from Isabela to Santa Cruz Island to visit 
the Charles Darwin Research Station. During our island crossing, we will
 be on the lookout for dolphins and whales (July to October). Once we 
arrive, we will check in at the hotel. We will then visit the Charles 
Darwin Research Station to Learn more about many of the endemic species 
seen in the wild, as well as the ongoing conservation and management 
efforts on the Galapagos Islands. In the afternoon, we will head to the 
‘El Chato’ reserve in the highlands of Santa Cruz, home to the famous 
Galapagos tortoises. Hiking through El Chato’s beautiful landscape with 
these lumbering giants is an unforgettable experience! We will also see 
other highland wildlife such as pintail ducks, egrets, flycatchers, 
finches and frigate birds, which gather to wash the salt off their 
feathers at a fresh water lake. Afterwards, return to Puerto Ayora to 
spend the evening in Galapagos’ most populous town.</p>
<p>What to wear today: shorts, t-shirt, tennis shoes or sandals, hat, rain jacket (for the boat ride), sun cream.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:&nbsp;</strong>Silberstein Hotel or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast</p>
<h4>DAY 6 – FLIGHT BACK TO QUITO</h4>
<p>After our final breakfast on the Galapagos Island and the last photos
 taken of sea lions, we have a transfer to Baltra’s airport in time to 
catch the flight back to the mainland.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Swissotel Quito or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast</p>
<h4>DAY 7 – FREE DAY IN QUITO</h4>
<p>Today is a day on your own to explore the beautiful surroundings of 
Quito, ADVENTURE JOURNEYS can help you to organize a day trip.</p>
<p><em>COLONIAL CITY TOUR &amp; THE EQUADOR LINE</em></p>
<p><em>MINDO CLOUD FOREST</em></p>
<p><em>OTAVALO MARKET FAIR</em></p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Swissotel Quito or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast</p>
<h4>DAY 8 – HIKE IN COTOPAXI-BAÑOS</h4>
<p>After breakfast, we leave Quito driving southwards along the gorgeous
 Avenue of Volcanoes, getting the chance to see the colorful Andean 
fields. On our way, we will reach 12,000 feet. (3657 meters). After 
arriving at the Cotopaxi National Park, we will go hiking around 
Limpiopungo lagoon of the foot hills of the Rumiñahui volcano. From 
here, we have the best views of Cotopaxi, the highest active volcano in 
the world.</p>
<p>In the afternoon we continue our drive towards the Llanganates 
National Park, known as the sacred mountain, until we reach the town of 
Baños, located at the entrance of the Amazon. Here we can enjoy the best
 night life by drinking cocktails and dancing salsa.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation: </strong>Casa de Luis or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast, Lunch</p>
<h4>DAY 9 – BIKING IN THE CLOUD FOREST</h4>
<p>This morning we cross country mountain bike from the Llanganates 
National Park down to the Pastaza River Canyon, enjoying the beauty of 
the special cloud rain forest climate. The road brings us through some 
Andean farms and a great canyon with many waterfalls.</p>
<p>While descending into the jungle, we will have a breath-taking view 
of Baños, a town well known for its spectacular location right at the 
foothills of the Tungurahua volcano, which has been active since 1999. 
The volcano is the main attraction of this region. In the afternoon we 
will have some time to explore the town and also go to The Swing of the 
End of the World, where the winner of the 2014 National Geographic photo
 contest took his photo.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:&nbsp;</strong>Casa de Luis or similar</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast</p>
<h4>DAY 10 – CANYONING IN THE AMAZON</h4>
<p>This morning we will hit the road of the waterfalls. The first stop 
will be at the Bride´s Veil waterfall, where we will take the Tarabita 
(cable car) to get across the Pastaza River. Then we will hike down to 
the Pailon del Diablo waterfall, the second highest in Ecuador.</p>
<p>Later, we will go deeper into the jungle inside the Llanganates 
National Park. The name “Llanganates” comes from “beautiful mountain” in
 the local native language. Here, 600 years ago, the Incas hid their 
golden treasures. Many explorers have spent years looking for these 
treasures, some have even disappeared with no luck in this dense 
pristine jungle.</p>
<p>During a hike through the tropical rain forest, we will climb through
 several waterfall canyons. Our local native guide will teach about the 
incredible flora and fauna that thrive in this unequaled habitat.</p>
<p>We will spend the night at the Local Basic Jungle Lodge run by a kichwa indigenous family.</p>
<p>NOTE – This is a very basic accommodation, you will have your own 
room but will have to share the bathroom. The rooms are very clean and 
all the beds have mosquito nets. There is no electricity in the room but
 there is a social area where you can have access to power to charge 
your batteries.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:&nbsp;</strong>Amazon Homestay</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner</p>
<h4>DAY 11 – RAFTING IN THE AMAZON</h4>
<p>We greet the day by preparing our gear to paddle the wild waves of 
the Jatunyacu River, located just a 5 minute drive from the homestead. 
The beauty of this river will inspire you and reveal the magic of the 
Amazon rain forest. After a very important safety briefing from our 
rafting guides, we will start our class III rafting expedition down the 
Jatunyacu River, well known for its clear waters and awesome rapids. We 
will have a lot of fun playing some games and also exploring one of the 
canyons. The end of the journey offers us a stop for a picnic, prepared 
by our guides.</p>
<p>We conclude our day with a drive back up to the Andes, stopping to 
visit the paradise of hummingbirds at the Guango Reserve. Finally, we 
will continue up to Papallacta, where we will stay the night and 
recharge in the volcanic hot springs high in the midst of the cool 
Andes.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation:&nbsp;</strong>Papallacta Spa &amp; Resort</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast, Lunch</p>
<h4>DAY 12 – DEPARTURE – END OF THE SERVICES</h4>
<p>International departures, end of services. Take with your memories 
and photos and leave a piece of your heart, as you will want to return 
to Ecuador soon to experience more of this enchanted land. We wish you a
 “buen viaje”!</p>
<p><strong>Meals included: </strong>Breakfast</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: large"><strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Transportation:</strong> Airfare Quito – Galapagos round trip, comfortable land and sea transportation.</p>
<p><strong>Accommodation based in double occupancy:</strong> 5 star 
hotel in Quito, 3+ star hotels in Galapagos, 3 star hotel in Baños, home
 stay in the Amazon, 4 star spa resort in Papallacta.</p>
<p>Meals: 10 Breakfast, 5 Lunch, 1 Dinner.</p>
<p><strong>Activities:</strong> Hiking to the top of sierra negra active
 volcano, snorkeling and kayaking in tintoreras, snorkel at the lava 
tunnels, visit the Charles Darwin research station, hiking in Santa Cruz
 highlands, 3 hours hiking in Cotopaxi national park in the Andes, 3 
hours biking in the Llanganates national park, 4 hours white-water 
rafting on Jatunyacu river in the amazon rainforest, 3 hours canyoning 
at Pimpilala waterfalls, bird watching and hiking exploration in the 
cloud forest, soaking in Papallacta hot springs, share time with local 
indigenous people in the amazon, making chocolate, salsa lesson.</p>
<p><strong>Gear:</strong> For snorkeling: fins and mask, trekking or 
hiking: black diamond trekking sticks, biking: trek x-caliber mtb 
(hydraulic disc brakes, front rock shock suspension), bontrager helmets,
 biking gloves, canyoning: rubber boots, ropes, black diamond harnesses,
 rafting: Aire and nrs 7-people- rafts, nrs life jackets, nrs paddles, 
splash jackets.</p>
<p><strong>Trip Leader:</strong> certified AJ expert English-speaking adventure trip leader and local guides.</p>
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<p><span style="font-size: large"><strong>Exclusions:</strong></span></p>
<ul><li>International flights</li><li>Galapagos Ingala Card – USD 20</li><li>Galapagos National Park Fee – USD 100</li><li>Isabela Pier Fee – USD 10</li><li>My own room supplement – estimated budget USD 864</li><li>Airport transfers (international flights)</li><li>Travel insurance (mandatory).</li><li>Meals not described in the itinerary</li><li>Tips for guides, drivers and hotels</li></ul><p></p>

View Detailed Itinerary

<ul><li>Night Stop: Quito – Hotel: Swissôtel Quito 5* Room Type: Standard Business Room (<a href="http://www.swissotel.com/hotels/quito/">website</a>)</li><li>Night Stop: Galapagos / Isabela Island – Hotel: Cormorant Beach House 3+* Room Type: Standard Rooms (<a href="http://www.cormorantbeachhouse.com">website</a>)</li><li>Night Stop: Galapagos / Santa Cruz Island – Hotel: Silberstein Hotel 3* Room Type: Standard Rooms (<a href="http://hotelsilberstein.com/">website</a>)</li><li>Night Stop: Baños – Hotel: Casa de Luis 3* Room Type: Standard Rooms (<a href="https://encasadeluis.com/">website</a>)</li><li>Night Stop: Amazon Jungle – Hotel: Amazon Ecolodge Room Type: Amazon Ecolodge</li><li>Night Stop: Papallacta – Hotel: Papallacta Spa &amp; Resort 4* Room Type: Standard Rooms (<a href="https://www.termaspapallacta.com/">website</a>)</li></ul><p></p>

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The Best of Ecuador & Galapagos

Every Sunday - 12 Days/11 Nights

This is a perfect combination that includes a wide variety of outdoor activities, while discovering the highlights of Ecuador in the same journey.

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