You can’t come to Ecuador without visiting the Amazon rainforest. I know, I know, there’s too much to see and not enough time. But the reality is that 1.5 acres of rainforest are destroyed every second. The Ecuadorian Amazon, specifically, is considered one of the most biodiverse areas on Earth, and its protection isn’t guaranteed. …
Best Ecuadorian Amazon Tour: How to combine the Wanderbus with the Amazon Read More »
The best time to travel to Ecuador is anytime between January 1st and December 31st. In other words, you’ll likely still have a wonderful time regardless of when you come. That said, throughout the year you can enjoy a number of exciting events and festivities. In the following blog, we’ll go through some of these …
Are you thinking of doing a bus travel in Ecuador? When I first arrived in Ecuador and took a day bus to Mindo, I was shocked to find my beloved Canon G7 missing from my backpack even though I’d been keeping a very watchful eye on my bag. Six years later, while sitting at a …
Bus travel in Ecuador: The good, the bad and the Wanderful Read More »
Wanderbus Owner and Founder Nico Ponce brings logistical and sales smarts to Ecuador’s tourism game through Wanderbus, Ecuador’s first hop-on, hop-off bus. In this short interview, Nico gives us a glimpse into the hows and whys behind Wanderbus, as well as a few insider tips about travel in Ecuador. A bit of background Only a …
Q&A with Wanderbus Owner and Founder Nicolas Ponce Read More »
Did somebody say chocolate? That’s right. One of the last stops before arriving to Guayaquil along Wanderbus is a cocoa plantation, where you will learn hands-on, how the best chocolate in the world is made. If you are the kind of person that enjoys trying new flavors and learning by doing, then this is a …
Ecuadorian chocolate: A sweet hands-on experience at a Cocoa Plantation Read More »
Traveling on a budget will vary greatly between countries. If you’re traveling to Ecuador, you’ve struck gold, quite literally. As one of the top budget destinations in Latin America, you get a combination of incredible natural wonders, delicious food, and adrenaline-packed activities, all for a very reasonable price. In the following blog, we’ll give you …
When you return from a trip and recall your experiences, you’ll realize that your take on a certain place or city depends, in large part, on the hostel where you stayed. At the end of the day — and often we’re talking about an exhausting, activity-filled day where you’ve been exposed to a new language, …
Travelers who choose the hop-on-hop-off travel option are judged unfairly. The assumption is that anyone that does hop-on-hop off in Ecuador isn’t a real traveler. They don’t get down and dirty (aka lost and robbed) like you’re supposed to. They’re only interested in the popular, touristy sights, rather than getting to know the country and …
Would you like to visit Otavalo Market? We take the hassle out of travel by taking care of the practical things, so you can sit back and enjoy your travels. We have 10 different passes that travel all over the country, stopping in popular destinations, as well as those off the beaten track. As noted …
With the trend of solo female travel on the rise, the question «is travel to Ecuador safe?» is a common one among female travelers. The short answer is: Yes! Ecuador is a safe destination for solo female travelers. In fact, it’s more than just safe. It’s exhilarating, it’s beautiful, budget-friendly and fun. With only a …
