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Galapagos
Excellent time amazing wildlife, beautiful landscape, and the...
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What a special place
I knew it would be a place like no other, but it still took my breath away. How could I imagine sea lions sleeping on benches like old winos, giant turtles blocking ...
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All this and swimming with dolphins!
So thrilled I made this trip; and Jessica as our guide couldn't have done more to explain the flora and fauna and make sure everything ran smoothly. Getting to jump ...
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If you love nature and the ocean you gotta go!
If you love nature and the ocean you gotta go! Loved it!
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Out of all the trips this one is amazing
Out of all the trips this one is amazing and Pepo is one of the best.
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Tortuga trip with Pepo - This was truly the trip of a lifetime.
This was truly the trip of a lifetime. I couldn't believe how close you can get to the animals. The snorkeling was absolutely amazing. January was definitely a good ...
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Outstanding!!
From the staff to the accommodations and transportation, EVERYTHING was professional and efficient. Well done. Look forward to doing your New Zealand trip in Novembe...
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Bucket List Trip
This was a great trip. The air and water temperature was perfect. We saw lots of sea lions, marine iguanas, sea turtles, and giant tortoises. Our guide, Jessica, was...
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Third trip with Active.
The Tortuga trip with Active was much more then I expected. After talking to other people in the Galapagos from different tour companies, it was obvious I made the b...
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Don't look anywhere else, just book with Active
Unique Adventure. The Galapogas Islands are an absolute must for anyone travelling through South America. Each Island has a unique array of sights & animals, wit...
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January 4 Galapagos Trip
I am travelling in Columbia at the moment, so hopefully I will be able to complete this survey, having tried once before in Ecuador and had it disappear mid stream! ...
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The best vacation with my wife in my first 65 years
We decided on the plane going home that when friends ask us, What was your favorite part, we were going to say. This has been the best vacation as a couple in our li...
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Galapagos - It was a privilege to experience...
It was a privilege to experience such a unique place with like minded people, and be shown it by such a knowledgeable young man. As a guide, Jose Louise (Pepo) was t...
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One of my favorite trips
Most of my trips have been cycling but this is my 2nd multi-sport trip. The first was 9 years ago with Active New Zealand. I can't say enough about how enjoyable bot...
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Tortuga - A fabulous week in the Galapagos.
A fabulous week in the Galapagos. Every day was a new and exciting activity. Loved staying on the islands and the boat rides were refreshing (we played with a pod of...
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Tortuga with Pablo
We were fortunate to have Pablo as tour guide becasue he is a graduate biologist. His knowledge of flora and fauna is quite complete. His attentiveness to our comfor...
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A rare opportunity to enjoy a truly enchanted experience
Nothing you read about can prepare you for actually seeing the Galapagos firsthand. Walking among sea lions and marine iguanas, witnessing the vast extremes betweens...
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Galapagos exceeds expectations
The close up contact with nature and wildlife was fantastic! The history of the people and culture of the people who currently or previously inhabited the Galapagos ...
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Our guide was the best aspect of our trip.
Our guide was the best aspect of our trip. His knowledge of nature, taxonomy, bir...
Editor’s Take
What to Look For in Ecuador Tour Reviews
Most trip reviews tend to focus on some or all of these 5 key areas, not all of which may be relevant to you: the tour guide, travel company, service level, country or countries traveled in, and the trip itinerary.
Remember, just because you see a 1 star review doesn’t necessarily mean that person disliked the country.
Reviews for tours in Ecuador are mostly rated positively. There are many different sides of Ecuador to see, and Ecuador tours tend to focus heavily on one or two main regions.
Remember that one of the most popular destinations in Ecuador is the Galapagos - and this tends to be a stand alone trip. So a variety of Ecuador reviews will be all about a trip to the Galapagos rather than mainland Ecuador.
That said, Galapagos or mainland, Ecuador is very much a nature enthusiast destination. From the rainforest to the Andes, experiencing Ecuador means a lot of time outside. Accommodations are basic, often with a sustainable focus, and even in the luxury eco lodges you can expect a bug or two to join you in your room.
Positive reviews comment on their guides ability to highlight wonderful cultural sights as well as the many natural attractions - and pinpoint nearly hidden wildlife!
Those Ecuador reviews that are more negative really come down to personal preferences. Some travelers disliked the amount of free time on the tour, while others complained that the itinerary tried to cram too much in. Be sure to read the itinerary carefully to determine if the tour will follow a pace you’ll enjoy.
If you want a professional take on traveling in Ecuador, see the Travelstride Ecuador Guide »
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