Ecuador Wildlife Trips 2024/2025

Ecuador’s remarkable biodiversity makes it a magnet for wildlife enthusiasts and bird lovers. Join one of our wildlife tours in Ecuador to discover what inspired a young Charles Darwin to think differently about how life evolves after he landed in the Galapagos Islands, home to creatures not found in other parts of the world. El Chato Tortoise Reserve in the Santa Cruz highlands is an excellent place to see the magnificent giant tortoises, as well as birds like Darwin’s finches and short-eared owls. El Oriente, a world-renowned biodiversity zone that accounts for 30 percent of Ecuador’s landmass, teems with wildlife, and you are sure to spot howler monkeys, spider monkeys and pink river dolphins. If you plan your Ecuador wildlife tours between June and September, do not forget to head to the coastal Machalilla National Park to glimpse the 36-tonne humpback whale.


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  • Victoria M.
I absolutely loved my experience in Ecuador!! It was truly a holiday of a lifetime! This holiday gave me the chance to escape and detox from my usual life and free me from the clutches of the social media world we live in. No WIFI and data access gave me the chance to really experience Ecuador and learn the culture from its people. I reconnected with nature during my time in the rainforest and felt genuinely touched by its beauty and fascinated by natural remedies I learnt that it offers. This holiday released the inner adventurous girl in me, pushing myself into activities I never thought I could do. And again I have made some fantastic life long friends! I truly fell in love with Educator and didn't want to leave. I hope I get the opportunity to travel there again!
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  • Maegen M.
It was like a dream come true. I've learned a lot and got to experience life in a way many do not. The people were amazing, the activities were exciting, and I feel truly bonded to them after just a few short days. I wish the journey never ended.
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  • Camilla D.
The trip was so much more than I expected. Everything ran so smoothly and the company was great despite us being older than the rest by about 30 years! Lovely to share the experience with such a great group.

Ecuador Wildlife Tours

You can see marine Iguana during Ecuador wildlife tours.
See the most unique wildlife in Ecuador.

Highlights of Ecuador Wildlife Tours

  • Spot the Galapagos fur seals, the Galapagos barn owl and the bullhead shark — all endemic to the island or found in the waters near it.
  • Head to the Punta Espinoza in the Galapagos to see marine iguanas sunning themselves on black lava soil.
  • Take a boat tour near Puerto Lopez to see dolphins and sea lions or go swimming with whales with an experienced guide.
  • See primates like squirrel monkeys and wooly monkeys in the cloud forest region of Ecuador, along with birds like plate-billed toucans and tanagers.
  • Explore the thrilling wildlife in and around the Amazon River, and look out for piranhas, stingrays, eels, iguanas and anacondas.

Travel Tips for Wildlife Trips in Ecuador

  • Carry cash while traveling in the Amazonian forests or other remote places, as you are unlikely to find an ATM or bank nearby.
  • Learning a few Spanish phrases will be useful if you need to speak with locals.
  • Ecuador’s coastal and forest areas can see more rainfall from October to May, so pack accordingly.
  • A proper hat, sunscreen and insect repellent are a must while going on Ecuador wildlife tours.

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