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Trusted Customer
Dec 2023
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Ecuador Amazon Extension
What an experience - amazing!
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Stephen
Jun 2023
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Ecuador Amazon Extension
The lodge gave excellent access to the remote Amazon jungle both on f...
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Francoise
Apr 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Two great trips combined into one, as Ecuador mainland and the Galapagos offer such different sceneries and climates (each with its own endemic fauna and flora). The...
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Andrew
Apr 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Mainland Ecuador exceeded my expectations and Galapagos was all that I hoped for. The tour leader Diego was fantastic. The number of excursions are too numerous to l...
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Pam
Mar 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Galapagos entirely lived up to expectations and more. Giant tortoises, blue footed boobies, iguanas, sea lions, turtles, amazingly colourful bird life, all breathtak...
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Kim
Feb 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Our island guides were great.Yanni in particular was so enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the Galapagos islands that she really managed to convey just how very sp...
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Janet
Feb 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
If you are reading this you have already seen the brochure description and want to know if it is all true. The trip does cover a huge variety of ground both in miles...
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Jacqueline
Feb 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Just a great trip
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Michael
Jan 2025
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Cracking trip! Lived up to all previous reviews I had read before booking-though I have travelled on many explore trips previously.u.s. Dollar is universal currency ...
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Neil
Dec 2024
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Excellent itinerary and the tour leader added in other things such as zip wiring and visiting a musical family. There were power cuts but they did not cause a probl...
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Trusted Customer
Dec 2024
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Brilliant tour. A lot of walking but Fabián our tour leader ...
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Elizabeth
Nov 2024
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Really enjoyed the variety of things to see and do. Galapagos Islands were amazing and pleased to see that they are trying hard to protect the local environment and...
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Trusted Customer
Nov 2024
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
Fantastic trip,swimming with sharks,turtles,and seals.So many beautiful fish. Trips to local markets,and interactions with local people. Visiting rose farm,chocolate...
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Trusted Customer
Nov 2024
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Volcanoes and Galapagos
A very good trip by Explore, full on, it was a pity about the aircraft company Europa. A rubbish company, I wouldn't go with them again. Their short hall was OK, jus...
Editor’s Take
What to Look For in Ecuador Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Reviews for tours in Ecuador are mostly rated positively. There are many different sides of Ecuador to see, and Ecuador tours tend to focus heavily on one or two main regions.
Remember that one of the most popular destinations in Ecuador is the Galapagos - and this tends to be a stand alone trip. So a variety of Ecuador reviews will be all about a trip to the Galapagos rather than mainland Ecuador.
That said, Galapagos or mainland, Ecuador is very much a nature enthusiast destination. From the rainforest to the Andes, experiencing Ecuador means a lot of time outside. Accommodations are basic, often with a sustainable focus, and even in the luxury eco lodges you can expect a bug or two to join you in your room.
Positive reviews comment on their guides ability to highlight wonderful cultural sights as well as the many natural attractions - and pinpoint nearly hidden wildlife!
Those Ecuador reviews that are more negative really come down to personal preferences. Some travelers disliked the amount of free time on the tour, while others complained that the itinerary tried to cram too much in. Be sure to read the itinerary carefully to determine if the tour will follow a pace you’ll enjoy.
If you want a professional take on traveling in Ecuador, see the Travelstride Ecuador Guide »
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