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Ecuador & Galapagos

Where ancient cultures, rare wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes come together in perfect harmony.
A trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos opens up a world of wonders. From standing on the equator to swimming with sea lions, exploring lush cloud forests to trekking volcanic trails, you’ll explore diverse landscapes shaped by nature, fire and time. Here, learning comes alive, igniting curiosity and compassion.
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Ideal for Geography, Expeditions, Biology

Highlights

  • Amazon Wildlife Conservation

  • Hike the Sierra Negra Volcano

  • Stand Next to a Giant Tortoise

  • Discover Galápagos Ecosystems

  • Swim with sea turtles, fish, and sea lions in a marine paradise

  • Discover Volcanoes

Sample itinerary

Here’s how your school trip to Ecuador & Galapagos could look. Take this as a starting point and tailor it to your school (including duration, locations and activities). Check out the suggestions below for ideas and inspiration.

  • Day 1 | Arrive in Quito

    Transfer to Puyo

  • Days 2-4

    Amazon Wildlife Conservation

  • Day 5 | Banos

    Scenic walk and local market

  • Day 6 | Galapagos

    Giant Tortoise reserve & Lava tunnels

  • Day 7 | Tintoreras

    Island walk, snorkel & wetlands nature walk

  • Day 8 | Galapagos

    Hike to rim of Sierra Negra Volcano

  • Day 9 | Santa Cruz

    Charles Darwin Centre & Tortuga Bay

  • Day 10

    Day trip to North Seymour Island

  • Day 11

    Visit ‘The twin craters’ in los gemelos

  • Day 12 | Travel home

    Mitad del Mundo Museum

Make it your own

Take the sample itinerary and swap, or add in, activities and experiences that bring the curriculum to life - across culture, adventure and service themes. Explore some of your exciting options below.

Local immersion and authentic experiences that open up fresh perspectives:

  • Observe communities in the region at the town of Banos._
  • Tour the Charles Darwin Research Centre and the Mitad del Mundo Museum
  • Encounter diverse. wildlife in their natural habitat including giant tortoises, frigate birds, sealions and land iguanas.

Exhilarating activities that fuel exploration, discovery and a deeper connection to the world:

  • Wander through the cloud forests of Ecuador.
  • Explore lava tunnels at El Chato Reserve.
  • Hike the Sierra Negra Volcano.
  • Visit the Los Gemelos craters.
  • Snorkel with some mind-blowing marine life such as sea turtles and sea lions.

Meaningful local community and conservation projects that give back to the countries you visit:

  • Care for primates and turtles at an Amazon wildlife conservation sanctuary.

learning outcomes

Students will:

  • See the curriculum come to life through real-world experiences.

  • Gain cultural and historical awareness, as well as appreciation and respect for global communities.

  • Embrace environmental stewardship and conservation with hands-on experience caring for animals.

  • Observe diverse ecosystems and learn about geological processes.

  • Tackle physical challenges – promoting fitness, resilience and teamwork.

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