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Otavalo Scuba Diving Tours & Trips

79 Otavalo trips. Tours from 32 tour companies. 205 reviews. 4.8/5 avg rating.

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14 Days Luxury Experience in Ecuador
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5/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi National Park, Cuenca, Guayaquil, Hacienda La Danesa, Mashpi Lodge, Mindo, Otavalo, Yasuni National Park

Highlights

  • Enchanting Quito: Unveil the Secrets of Ecuador's Capital in a Luxurious City Tour
  • Into the Amazon's Embrace: Indulge in Wildlife and Luxury at Napo Wildlife Center Ecolodge
  • Jungle Symphony: Immerse Yourself in the Magical Wildlife of the Amazon Rainforest
  • Mystical Mashpi: Experience Cloud Forest Bliss at the Eco-Luxury Mashpi Lodge
  • Cotopaxi's Crown: Unleash Your Adventurous Spirit at Cotopaxi Sanctuary Lodge
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Themes

Birding, Cultural, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise. Our travel agent Alvaro did an excellent job helping us plan our trip - he was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. All our guides were excellent, special shout-out to Christian, Sergio (aka Mike Tyson), and Pablo. Our favorite experiences were the Napo Cultural Center in the Amazon, biking/hiking at the Cotopaxi and Chimborazo volcanoes, and cruising the Galapagos."

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14-Days Highlights of Ecuador
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5/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Baños de Agua Santa, Cotopaxi National Park, Otavalo, Pacific Ocean, Puerto Villamil, Quilotoa, Quilotoa Lagoon, Quito, San Cristobal

Highlights

  • Culture and handcragts in the andes
  • Wildlife encounters in Galapagos Islands
  • Snorkel in one of the best sites for underwater wildlife in Los Tuneles
  • Discover an Uninhabited Islands

Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Sailing, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise. Our travel agent Alvaro did an excellent job helping us plan our trip - he was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. All our guides were excellent, special shout-out to Christian, Sergio (aka Mike Tyson), and Pablo. Our favorite experiences were the Napo Cultural Center in the Amazon, biking/hiking at the Cotopaxi and Chimborazo volcanoes, and cruising the Galapagos."

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A Dive Into Nature Tour
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Amazon Rainforest, Cotopaxi, Cuenca, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, Isla Santa Fe, Otavalo, Quito, Santa Cruz Island

Highlights

  • Visit the renowned market of the Otavalo Indian, industrious makers of the handicrafts
  • Explore Cuenca
  • Experience hiking in the El Cajas National Park, located on the high Andean paramo
  • Explore impressive James Island
  • Drive through Bartolomé Island (dry landing) for a hike to the summit
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Themes

50 plus, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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A Galapagos Island Tour
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4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, Isla Santiago, Otavalo, Quito

Highlights

  • Discover Quito
  • Explore Galapagos see the fascinating wild Galapagos Tortoises.
  • Visit a memorable Fernandina Island
  • Drive through Rábida Island which is unique because of it's red color rocks and sand
  • Visit beautiful Bartolome Island is situated across Sullivan Bay
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Themes

Birding, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Transformative, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Andrew stole our money ($22,000) that we paid for a luxury Ecuador / Peru vacation. He also stole $8,000 from our friend that was meeting us in South America. He first took our calls in 2020-2021, then disconnected all numbers. We went to the credit card company, and were unable to get a refund. He is a scammer. Beware! The trip was in April 2020, but I finished with the credit card company in May 2022."

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Galápagos Wildlife Adventure Cruise
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4.8/5 Excellent
64 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Galapagos, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Quito, Santa Cruz Island, Santiago

Highlights

  • Visit the Enchanted Islands with the pioneers in Galápagos small-group travel and sail by deluxe, privately chartered yacht—a fully MTS operated and expert-led experience!
  • Anchor at nature’s doorstep and encounter incredible endemic wildlife, including giant tortoises, marine iguanas, penguins, and more, with the full leadership of certified Class III naturalists
  • Hike, snorkel and kayak among exquisite volcanic landscapes in one of the world’s top nature destinations, while our specialist yacht crew and dedicated in-country staff attend to your every need
  • Relax in style aboard your luxury yacht and bookend your trip with a stay at a 5-star hotel in the beautiful colonial city of Quito

Themes

Family Friendly, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"First, let me say our tour guide Tomomi S. is hands down THE best tour guide I’ve ever had - knowledgeable, fun and made great efforts to ensure that we were comfortable and happy (MTSobek tour guides are independent contractors. Tomomi also works for other Adventure/Tour companies) Secondly, Japan is beautiful, clean and the Japanese people are very welcoming. The hiking in the national parks was amazing. It could have been a truly five-star experience if MtSobek had not cut corners so egregiously. The website said (at the time) group tours are 5-22 people. The tour gets canceled if the minimum is not met. When I paid there were TWO other people booked-a mother and daughter duo. Shortly before our departure date I called to see if the tour would be cancelled. I wanted my money back but Mt Sobek was “pleased to say that the trip would not be canceled”. In other words, I could not get a refund. At the last minute a guy named Matt signed up so there were four of us. Five days into the trip Matt left and took a train back to Tokyo. I said to him “You realize Mt Sobek is not going to refund you”. He said, “I don’t care, Mt Sobek scammed us.” With tax, the tour costs $11,645 for 13 nights. For that price there is an expectation that the accommodations Mt Sobek chooses would be decent and clean. We all fully expected a ‘traditional Japanese experience’ which often means no private bath and 8 out of the 13 nights we slept on futon mats on the floor. However, Mt Sobek consistently booked us in the cheapest Ryokans (hotels) in each area in which we travelled. Most of these hotels were unclean and very out-dated. One Ryokan they booked us in was listed on a hotel website for $40 USD/night when there were much nicer accommodations nearby for $100 USD/night. (The Japanese yen is way down, the luxury Park Hotel in Tokyo was $200 USD/night. A comparable hotel would have been about $800/night in Austin.). We were the only people staying in several hotels that accomadated many more people. The most egregious example of MtSobek’s booking the cheapest rooms is when we were booked at a large traditional ski lodge at the base of a spectacular mountain. It was beautiful on the website but had two very different wings. One wing was modern, clean and beautiful with simple beds. The other wing was very old (similar to a cheap Motel 6 that had not been updated since the 1970’s). The carpet and bathrooms were disgusting and like many of the Ryocans where we stayed the futon mats seemed as though they had not been cleaned In 30 years. Only after our tour guide checked us in did we realize we had been booked in the cheap rooms. I asked Tomo why. Immediately someone from MtSobek reached out to me and said, “gosh, I’m sorry you did not realize you were going to have a traditional Japanese experience”. Really? “Traditional” experience depends upon one’s budget. In the US, “traditional” to some people may be the Marriott, a Motel 6 or the Four Seasons Hotels. We were paying for a Marriott experience and received the one-star Motel 6 experience. Upon arrival in Tokyo I expected to be met at the airport by a driver (as many tour companies do). However, several days before our arrival dates in Tokyo, MtSobek sent an email telling us how to locate taking a city bus from the bustling Tokyo airport. That is interesting if you do not speak Japanese. MtSobek cleverly uses great photography and elaborate descriptions of the national parks and the hiking while using terms like “traditional Japanese experience with tatami-mat sleeping” to disguise sub-standard accommodations. At one point we were looking on-line at the very hotel where we were staying and did not even recognize it from the website pictures. The hiking was amazing. The group size was disappointing with just the three of us. I would absolutely recommend a hiking tour through Japan, just not with MtSobek."

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13 Days Andes and Coast
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5/5 Excellent
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Physical level
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Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Baños de Agua Santa, Chichen Itza, Cotopaxi National Park, Guayaquil, Otavalo, Pacific Ocean, Quilotoa Lagoon, Quito, San Antonio

Highlights

  • Immerse in the Vibrant Culture at Otavalo Market: A Colorful Fusion of Crafts and Tradition
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  • Marvel at the Majestic Cotopaxi National Park: Nature's Splendor Unleashed
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Themes

High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Singles Travel

What travelers are saying

"We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise. Our travel agent Alvaro did an excellent job helping us plan our trip - he was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. All our guides were excellent, special shout-out to Christian, Sergio (aka Mike Tyson), and Pablo. Our favorite experiences were the Napo Cultural Center in the Amazon, biking/hiking at the Cotopaxi and Chimborazo volcanoes, and cruising the Galapagos."

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Ecuador Big Five 18 Days Tour
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5/5 Excellent
42 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi, Cuenca, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Quito

Highlights

  • Start and end in Quito! With the adventure tour Ecuador Big Five 18 Days Tour, you have a 18 Day Tour Package in Ecuador taking you through Quito, Ecuador and 15 other destinations in Ecuador. Ecuador Big Five 18 Days Tour is a small group tour that includes flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

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High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions

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"Phenomenal! Karen was awesome. We made a potato soup with an avocado rose set on cheese in the middle of the soup. Then we made a sword fish in a cream sauce and finished with a chocolate fondue dish with a variety of passion fruit and other local fruits. It was the best cooking class I have ever taken. Thanks Karen!"

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Ecuador & Galapagos Islands: See & Experience Almost it ALL in 11 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Travelers report that traveling with CharlieTheTraveler is a life-changing experience, in the best possible way.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Cotacachi, Cotopaxi, Cotopaxi Volcano, Galapagos, Galapagos Islands, Isabela Island, Otavalo, Puerto Villamil, Quilotoa, Quito

Highlights

  • 6-Day Cruise Around the Galapagos Islands
  • Daily Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner on Your Yacht
  • Going to Centuries-Old & Indigenous Markets
  • Seeing Animals Found Nowhere Else on Earth!
  • Donkey-Riding Around a Caldera
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Themes

High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

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Ecuador in 11 days - Private Amazon & Galapagos Experience - Charm
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1/5 Terrible
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
Although they’re cheaper than other brands, they still make sure all parts of the trip, like hotels, meet a high minimum standard.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotacachi, Galapagos, Guayaquil, Otavalo, Quito, San Cristobal

Highlights

  • Galapagos Islands
  • Guayaquil
  • Quito

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip was well laid out. Tour guides were friendly and knowledgeable. The only complaint is some of our travel documents that were sent out were not in English. If your sending documents out correspondence should be in both the native language and the language of the people the correspondence to. Other than that a great first time experience."

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Highlands of Ecuador
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi, Cotopaxi National Park, Cuenca, Otavalo, Quito

Highlights

  • Wander quito and colonial cities
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Cultural, Education / Learning, Transformative

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8 Days Ecuadorian Adventure, Exploring Nature, Culture, and Wonders
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5/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Cotopaxi National Park, Mindo, Otavalo, Quilotoa Lagoon, Quito

Highlights

  • Immerse in the Vibrant Culture at Otavalo Market: A Colorful Fusion of Crafts and Tradition
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  • Marvel at the Majestic Cotopaxi National Park: Nature's Splendor Unleashed
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the turquoise lake surrounded by high Andean peaks.
  • Relax and rejuvenate in the soothing thermal waters of Papallacta Hot Springs.
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Themes

High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We just returned from a wonderful 3-week trip in Ecuador that included Quito, Amazon jungle, touring down the Andes to Cuenca, and Galapagos cruise. Our travel agent Alvaro did an excellent job helping us plan our trip - he was very knowledgeable, patient, and kind. All our guides were excellent, special shout-out to Christian, Sergio (aka Mike Tyson), and Pablo. Our favorite experiences were the Napo Cultural Center in the Amazon, biking/hiking at the Cotopaxi and Chimborazo volcanoes, and cruising the Galapagos."

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Ecuador Classic 8 Days Tour
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5/5 Excellent
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Cotopaxi, Cuenca, Guayaquil, Otavalo, Quito

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  • Discover with us the Ecuadorian wonders with a classic tour around the Andes of Ecuador! See all the sceneries along the way, with marvelous colours and people. Visit Ecuador and see pure life.

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4.4/5 Great
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50 plus, Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

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Lizzy

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Claire

Oct 2022

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Oct 2022

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The trip to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador included everything I loved

I’ve always been interested in natural landscapes, so the trip to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador included everything I loved. I appreciated that CharlieT...

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Oct 2022

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For everything that was included in this trip

For everything that was included in this trip, I could not believe how low the price was. The trip was longer than most tour trips, but that was because of the 6-day...

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Henry

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The trip to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador amaze

The trip to the Galapagos Islands and mainland Ecuador amazed me at every turn! The accommodations, including the travel to and from each activity, made for a great ...

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