Ecuador is one of the most striking of all the Andean countries. With its tropical coastline, colourful markets, colonial heritage, snowcapped volcanoes and tropical jungle, Ecuador has something for everybody. We thoroughly recommend a stay at one of the haciendas on any trip to Ecuador but a cruise round the Galapagos Islands is the highlight of any tour.

THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS

A visit to the Galapagos Islands is an extraordinary adventure which will bring you literally face to face with some of the world’s most unusual animals.

South American Experience books a variety of cruises around the archipelago for individuals and groups. We would be delighted to help you with first-hand advice and expertise.

Our tour, described here on the back page, includes a week in the Galapagos Islands, but for detailed information on boats and cruise options please ask for our Galapagos Islands leaflet, which will enable you to make an informed decision. Also, please check our website.

Documentation:
At the time of writing no visa is required for British Nationals entering Ecuador as tourists. You should have a full, valid passport with at least six months to run. Other passports holders should contact the office.

Inoculations:
While nothing is compulsory visitors should ensure they are covered for Typhoid, Tetanus, Hepatitis, Malaria, Yellow Fever and Polio. Please check with your GP before travel. The following website has some useful information:
www.fitfortravel.scot.nhs.uk

Travel Advice: Know-Before-You-Go
South American Experience is a partner in the Know Before You Go campaign and we are working with the Foreign and Commonwealth Office to do all that we can to help British Travellers stay safe overseas. For information regarding the political situation and personal safety, please check the web:
www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo.

Consumer protection
Flights and air holidays on these pages are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under our licence. South American Experience is ATOL6094.