Ecuador Adventures

First time whitewater rafting in Ecuador

Diego — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 03:15:12 +0000

Ecuador is definitely a whitewater paradise…perfect for a rafting trip! Before coming here I had actually never thought about whitewater rafting before: don’t get me wrong…I am not a coward. I love rollercoasters with lots ... Related posts:

Barefoot pathfinders training in the “Hat Less” hole at the Jatunyacu river.

Diego — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 09:11:57 +0000

The “Hat Less”” hole is a classic in the Jatunyacu River, is a class III, the most popular of the area, one of the main tributaries of the Amazon, the meaning of ... Related posts:

Curso de rafting y kayaking Ecuador, 5 -11 marzo 2011

Diego — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 06:41:11 +0000

“Este curso esta dirigido para cualquier persona que sepa nadar como hobby o trabajo, durante el curso aprenderan todo acerca de equipos seguridades, rios, corrientes, rescates, todo lo que necesitan saber para bajar ... Related posts:

Book a trip and get exclusive Barefoot cookies for free!

Diego — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 02:19:32 +0000

Barefoot Expeditions sets new standards – also by looking for new forms of Merchandising! What do you think about our Barefoot cookies? If you book a trip with Barefoot Expeditions until December 31st, 2010, you get ... Related posts:

Trip Coca, Ecuador to Iquitos, Peru

Diego — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 01:37:45 +0000

TRIP FROM COCA Ecuador TO IQUITOS Peru 7 DAYS/6NIGHTS IQUITOS PERU PICTURE ABOVE DAY 1: After breakfast early in the morning we leave from Coca by public canoe along the Napo River where we can see different ... Related posts:

Huaorani communities: oil companies, nature and survival

Leila Ergo — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:06:53 +0000

The Amazon is 7 million km2. It contains 20% of the water supply on the planet. Eight countries make up the Amazon: Brazil, Bolivia, Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Surinam and Venezuela. Although Ecuador contains only 7% of the Amazon, this portion nevertheless represents 51% of it’s the ecuadorian territory. This exquisite ecosystem is intimately linked with the main economic activit of Ecuador: the exploitation of oil. According to the records of the Ministry of Environment, there are 33 ecological reserves in Ecuador. Each faces different types of exploitation and risk factors, such as hunting, fishing, fires and pollution. Within these potentially harmful scenarios, the indigenous communities try to survive. Related posts:

Incredible opportunity to connect with Mother Earth

Leila Ergo — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:32:57 +0000

Loja Province is over 2,000 meters over the see level and has a perfect climate. Its capital, also called Loja, is one of the oldest cities in the country and renowned as the "cradle of the arts, literature and music" of Ecuador. In this area, there are a variety of accommodations, but only one has been a finalist in the prices of London World Travel (Best Hotel and Spa Resort). Just 2 km from the parish of Vilcabamba ("Sacred Valley" in pre-Quechua language), watching the majestic Andes, lies the heavenly hotel-spa Madre Tierra. Related posts:

Hostería Pakari Sumak: A corner of comfort in the middle of the rainforest

Leila Ergo — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:43:18 +0000

I want to introduce you to the Lodge Sumak Pakari, which is privileged to be located in the middle of a unique ecosystem, shaped by science and legend, wanting to share it with us. Pakari Sumak invites us to this corner of the Ecuadorian rainforest without forgetting the comfort or the respect for nature in its architecture. Related posts:

Easter Week in South America Is Not Just A Moment Of Religious Reflection, but also an Opportunity to Connect Deeply with Nature

Leila Ergo — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 20:37:15 +0000

Easter is an important moment in the spiritual and touristic aspects of each country that constitutes South America. For this reason tourists can use the options the countries offer for these days to enjoy this part of the world. These options combine tradition and originality, usually at a low cost. Related posts:

Easter In Argentina: A Mix of Nature and Nurture

Leila Ergo — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:08:08 +0000

At Easter, 2.4 million people are expected to visit different touristic sites in Argentina. Easter in Argentina is a magical mix of religion and revolution. From the capital to the estancias and cities perched in the Andes, the country celebrates this holiday with a mix of devotion and passive revolution. Related posts:

Meet Galapagos from another point of view

Leila Ergo — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:44:05 +0000

Isla Isabela: Sierra Negra volcano (1,500 m.o.s.l) The Sierra Negra volcano is the largest volcano of the islands. Once you get to the edge of the crater, you will descend into ... Related posts:

Sports activities on the Galapagos Islands

Leila Ergo — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:42:24 +0000

The Galapagos Islands make up a total of 30 islands. The waters around them were proclaimed marine reserve and World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Related posts:

The Top Volcanoes in Ecuador

Leila Ergo — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 21:24:55 +0000

For mountains and adventure lovers, Ecuador is a dream coming true. In this country, which concentrates one of the greatest biodiversity on the planet, has 70 volcanoes, 14 in active state, 14 dormant volcanoes and 42 volcanoes in passive state. Related posts:

TOP 10 JUNGLE LOCATIONS IN ECUADOR

Leila Ergo — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 16:58:10 +0000

The Amazon contains nearly 20% of global freshwater resources. Ecuador has just 7%, but this represents 51% of its whole territory. Related posts:

Climbing Guillaumet Peak, Patagonia

Carolina — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 15:54:07 +0000

The Fitz Roy and Cerro Torre cords in Patagonia are amazing places for climbers. In the summer, climbers from all over the world spend a few weeks or months trying to climb one of the routes on those granite peaks. When I was there, I had the chance to meet people from Australia, Austria, Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Venezuela, Colombia, USA, Belgium and Perú. And I only stayed there about 10 days!, My plan was to climb Guillaumet peak Related posts: