Ecuador's extensive range of habitats supports an outstanding variety of species, including over 25,000 species of vascular plants, 1500 bird species, and 300 species of mammal - a naturalist's paradise! Meanwhile 13 major islands, 6 minor islands, and 42 islets make up the Galapagos archipelago, which sits astride the equator some 1,000 kilometres off-shore. Lichens, mosses, grasses, cacti and shrubs have colonised the soil, whilst small woodlands exist on the higher ground. There are giant Galapagos Tortoises, colourful Land Iguanas, large groups of sea-faring Marine Iguanas and 7 species of Lava Lizards. However, it is the bird colonies that are most conspicuous, with Red, and Blue-footed Booby, Galapagos Hawk, Flightless Cormorant and even a Galapagos Penguin! The nutrient-rich waters around the islands are home to sealions, dolphins, turtles and at certain times of year, whales.

itineraries

	Complete Ecuador An action packed 18 day holiday combining the Ecuadorian Amazon jungle and volcanoes with a 7 night Galapagos voyage.
	Variations on a theme? All of our Ecuador and Galapagos itineraries are tailormade so we would be very happy to prepare an alternative bespoke holiday for you. Here are some ideas.