Ecuador Travel Guides
Andes routes, Amazon exploration, Pacific coast destinations, and Galápagos travel planning across Ecuador. Shaped by firsthand travel experience and updated frequently.
Ecuador Quick Facts
Peak season: Jun–Aug, Dec–Jan
Language: Spanish
Flag: 🇪🇨
Capital: Quito
Major Religion: Catholicism
Population: 18.14M
International Visitors in 2025: 1.4M
Time zone: 🕐 UTC -5
Currency: US Dollar (USD)
Power Socket: Type C, Type E
Visa Requirements: Check Here
Government Safety Advisory: 🟢🟡🟠🔴
🟡 USA — Exercise Increased Caution
🟡 Ireland — High Degree of Caution
🟡 Australia — Exercise a high degree of caution
Sights, Experiences and Food in Ecuador
Best Food to Try in Ecuador
Try hornado in the highlands, encebollado on the coast, and Amazonian fish wrapped in bijao leaves. Keep track! You’ll want to remember what you ate and where.