Stories about Ecuador

There’s perhaps no better place in the world for wildlife viewing than the Galápagos Islands. Meet giant tortoises, penguins, blue-footed boobies, and many more animals on a journey through the Ecuadorian archipelago in this Galápagos wildlife guide.

The ultimate guide to deciding whether Peru or Ecuador’s Amazon fits your travel style best.

Come face to face with playful sea lions, dine farm-to-table in a presidential hacienda, and take a spa treatment surrounded by the sounds of the Amazon rainforest on a deeply experiential trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos.

An expert guide to traveling South America with kids, from the Sacred Valley to the Galápagos to Patagonia.

Are you ready for the hike of a lifetime? Check out our top picks for the best hiking in South America—in Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Ecuador.

From Cartagena to Torres del Paine, these are the most beautiful places to visit in South America as curated by Extraordinary Journeys destination experts.

From canvas tents to geodesic domes, glamping is an exciting way to experience South America’s divine landscapes.

From renovated Peruvian monasteries and Patagonian frontier homes to modernist vineyard resorts and an Ecuadorian cloud forest retreat, here are eight of South America’s most architecturally stunning properties.

Discover the most romantic honeymoon destinations in South America.

From the best time of year to visit to spotting the most elusive wildlife, here’s everything travelers need to know when planning a Galápagos Islands expedition cruise.

Beautifully exotic, the Galápagos Islands are a great vacation for all kinds of travelers. Discover why the Galápagos should be your next adventure.