Situated just about a two-hour bus ride from Quito, Mindo is a village in the Andes mountains of Northern Ecuador. In addition to being known for chocolate, zip-lining, and an ever-present hippie community, Mindo boasts one of the most biodiverse locations in the world nestled within the confines of its cloud forest. The Mindo cloud …
Before I began researching my trip to Ecuador, I had never heard of Cuenca. In my research, I learned that it’s a charming expat city a short plane ride away from Ecuador’s capital city, Quito. I began wondering: Is Cuenca worth visiting? Would it be worth it to take a plane for a few days …
Unless heading to the Galapagos, Ecuador isn’t high on most peoples’ radars. Especially when Machu Picchu is right next door! But for the adventurer in all of us, Ecuador packs a punch. Here are some of the best ways to experience adventure in Ecuador. If you plan your adventure right, most of these are doable …
elevation The first and foremost thing to know before you go to Ecuador is that the elevation may affect your arrival or other travel plans. If arriving by plane, chances are you’ll fly into Quito Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO). Quito is the highest official capital city in the world. While La Paz, Bolivia is …
