Which visa restrictions are in Ecuador ?
U.S. , European Union Countries, Australia , Latin America Countries citizens must carry a valid passport, no visas or inoculation are required. Visitors from other countries

please inform you at the Ecuadorian embassy or consulate in your country how the entry restrictions are for your country. As a tourist, you normally do not need a visa when you stay less than 90 days. Passport must be valid 6 months beyond intended stay.

What are the main tourist attractions and destinations of Ecuador ?
The Galapagos Islands, Chimborazo and Cotopaxi in the Andean region, the Ecuadorian Coast , Guayaquil and the Sunshine Route , the Amazon region, and the colonial churches of Quito and Cuenca are all highlight destinations of this beautiful. There are hundred of places that will leave you in awe.

How is the climate in Ecuador ?
Temperatures in the Andes Mountains range from 50º to 75º Fahrenheit between 9,000 to 10,000 feet where you will find Quito .  Generally speaking, the higher the elevation the cooler the temperature.  It tends to be drier from June to September and wettest from January to May.

The Galapagos Islands have a subtropical climate regulated by the cold Humboldt Current and the warm El Niño Current.  December through May is the warmest time of the year, with highs in the upper 80ºs (31º degrees Celsius).  Although the islands receive slightly more rainfall during this time, the lower elevations of the islands where you will spend most of your entire trip typically offer blue skies and sunshine with occasional haze.  The sea is at its warmest and is usually calmer at this time of the year.

What kind of activi ties can I do there?
Ecuador has many tourist destinations where you can participate in a variety of activities. You can practice mountain biking, climbing, rafting, or scuba diving, as well as visiting archaeological sites, museums, or theaters.
Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, so there are unique places where you will find the most incredible flora and fauna, from tiny hummingbirds to huge humpback whales.



Which medical issues are there?
If you are going to the jungle you will need a yellow fever vaccination. Otherwise there are no vaccinations mandatory when entering Ecuador . However, we advice you to get the following vaccinations:

Tetanus and Polio
Typhoid (if you stay for longer periods in the jungle)
Hepatitis A+B
Malaria prophylaxis (if you stay in the coast areas and Amazon Basin )
Choler
Please contact your doctor to make all the necessary arrangements before coming to Ecuador !


Which travel insurances are recommended?
We recommend you to conclude a baggage and travel health insurance. You can book the insurances in a travel agency. About rates and conditions please inform you at your insurance company or in the internet.

Which currency does exist and how to prepare for the travel?
Depending on your currency and the US Dollar exchange rate, it can be recommended to exchange money in Ecuador, as the exchange rate can be much better here than in your country. You should take USD in cash with you and/or traveler checks.
The most common credit cards to pay with or to draw cash are: American Express, Mastercard and Visa. In the cities you will be able to use your credit card in many places but when paying cash you can save up to 10%.