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Reasons To
Visit Ecuador

  • Amazon rainforest

    Easily accessible from Quito, the Ecuadorian Amazon offers some of the best run eco-lodges in the whole of Latin America. Whether it is Sacha, Napo or Haourani Lodge, you are best placed for some excellent wildlife vieiwing as well as learning about the indigenous population that manage and run the lodges.

    Amazon rainforest

  • Colonial Architecture

    In addition to the traditional farmhouse haciendas, the cities of Quito and Cuenca offer fine examples of Spanish Colonial architecture. Both are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the fabulous historical centres are complimented with lovely cafes and great restaurant options.

    Colonial Architecture

  • Colourful Markets

    Markets form an integral part of Ecuadorian life. Ranging from vast colourful textile markets geared towards tourists around Otavalo to local markets in the central highlands selling everything from corn and bananas to refrigerators and satellite dishes - there is a market that will engross visitors, no matter what their age or interest.

    Colourful Markets

  • Haciendas

    Traditional farmhouse haciendas are dotted across the high Andean countryside but are concentrated around the town of Otavalo and the Cotopaxi National Park. Dating back as far as the 16th Century, they are full of character and offer guests an opportunity to step back in time. They make for a great base for walking, mountain biking and horseback riding.

    Haciendas

  • Panama Hats

    Even thought it isn't widely appreciated, the fact remains that the Panama hat wasn't in fact invented in Panama, but instead originated in Montecristi, northwest Ecuador! The name was derived when the hats were shipped to Panama to protect the canal construction workers from the sun in the early 1900s. Today a number of factories continue to produce hats around the southern city of Cuenca.

    Panama Hats

  • Rainforest

    The Rainforest in Ecuador offers a wealth of options to the visitor. Yasuni National Park is home to some of the best run eco-lodges in South America, each boasting comfortable accommodation and great wildlife viewing opportunities. In the southeast of the country, some eco-lodges provide the added cultural experience of living with the indigenous Amazonian population.

    Rainforest

  • Volcanoes

    Due to its location on the Pacific 'Ring of fire', Ecuador boasts no less than 28 volcanoes, many of which are active. 10 of Ecuador's volcanic mountains are over 5000m in altitude and best viewed along the 'Avenue of Volcanoes' between Quito and Cuenca. Here there is a wonderful mix of local farming communities and National Parks all overlooked by snow-capped peaks - great for the outdoor enthusiast.

    Volcanoes
 
 

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Accommodation in Ecuador: MV Eclipse

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MV Eclipse

Galapagos Islands

The Eclipse is a superb option for those seeking comfort and excellent service while enjoying a genuine experience of the Galapagos Islands.

26 spacious cabins spread across 2 decks can accommodate up to 48 passengers. The entry level staterooms can be found on the "main deck". These large cabins are lit by a series of portholes, are air-conditioned, have internal phones and come with twin or double beds. There are also two cabins on this deck that are for single use only and avoid hefty single supplements.

On the upper "boat deck" guests can find the Superior Staterooms which are identical to the Staterooms below in terms of size and layout. These Superior Staterooms benefit from an elevated position as well as large picture windows.

At the front of the boat deck there are four Deluxe Staterooms which are larger, come with a one-time stocked mini-bar and have a bathtub in the bathrooms. Two of these cabins have sofa beds which can be used for triple occupancy.

In terms of communal facilities, the Eclipse offers its guests a jacuzzi with al fresco dining area and bar and a library, and crucially, passengers are taken ashore for island visits in groups of only twelve per guide, fewer than is the case on many other cruises.

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