Road Tripping Ecuador: From the Amazon to the Coast
One of my favourite parts of driving through Ecuador was seeing just how dramatically the landscape changes in a single road trip. In just two days, we went from the lush Amazon rainforest to Ecuador’s largest city before ending up on the country’s laid-back Pacific coast. It’s a long drive, but if you break it…
From Quito to the Amazon: An Unforgettable Road Trip Through Ecuador
After spending a couple of days exploring Quito, it was time to leave the city behind and begin our journey into the Ecuadorian Amazon. We picked up a rental car from Enterprise at the airport, deliberately avoiding having a vehicle while staying in Quito. The city has some unusual driving restrictions and permit requirements for…
Quito, Ecuador: The Perfect Introduction to South America
I had never been to South America before, so for 2026 that became the mission. After researching different destinations, I kept coming back to Ecuador. For such a small country, it offers incredible diversity. From the Andes and the Amazon to cloud forests, volcanoes, and the Galápagos Islands. Most trips to Ecuador begin in Quito,…