Ecuador holiday and honeymoons; An expert guide to Ecuador

Best known for the Galapagos Islands, Ecuador mainland has its own attractions that should not be overlooked. It is one of the safest countries in South America, and one of the smallest. This compact little country is a fascinating place to visit with three distinct geographical regions: the Pacific coastal plain, the Andes mountains and the Amazon.

The Andean mountains cut through the country forming enormous valleys and are home to tribes of indigenous Indians that still maintain their way of life. The Amazon, or what is known as 'El Oriente', is a hot and humid area with a maze of rivers and creeks weaving through it.

Throughout the country you will find a wealth of animals and plants, with: 1,600 species of bird, 1,000 fish, 680 reptiles and amphibians, 230 mammals and more than 20,000 species of plant.

In short, Ecuador is a stable country offering diverse local markets, snow capped volcanoes, quaint colonial towns, Inca ruins and an untapped Amazon region. It also offers some of the best accommodation on the continent in the form of haciendas and trips can be provided staying purely within this Old Spanish world.

WHEN TO GO TO ECUADOR

All year though May to October is the best time
Amazon rainy season March to May