Eco Adventures in Ecuador
We offer you a trip that immerses you in some of the most fascinating culture found in the Americas. Ecuador is a Spanish-speaking country with a rich history dating back to pre-Inca nation. The indigenous culture is strong, with many learning the Inca language – Quichua, before they learn Spanish. Often winding through miles of lush, high-elevation rainforest, you will discover a feeling of remoteness that has been lost in other countries. We will go out of our way to introduce you to the history and culture of Ecuador, as well as spend time in the communities of the areas we spend time in. Ecuador provides so many wondrous opportunities that we stay flexible and are willing to change plans on a day-to-day basis. Our ecotourism adventure options include – but are not limited to, hiking in to waterfalls, visiting cacao plantations, coffee plantations, horseback riding, whitewater rafting, and community events during the week. Customized trips are our specialty.
ECO ADVENTURE
ECUADOR 2022-23
9-Day All-Inclusive EcoAdventure Ecuador Package
DECEMBER 09 – 17, 2022
9-Day All-Inclusive EcoAdventure Ecuador Package
JANUARY 13 -21, 2023
CUSTOM TRIPS
If you have a group of 6-8 that wants to enjoy Ecuador together, let us set up a custom trip for you. Custom trips can include whitewater kayaking, rafting, and ecoadventure options throughout the week. Call us to discuss your adventure!
Quijos River Rafting
Season: Year Round
The Quijos River is Ecuador’s premier whitewater trip with miles of class IV rapids, spectacular rainforest and basalt canyon scenery.
There are multiple sections of the Quijos to enjoy. Only 2-1/2 hours from Quito, you can make this a one-day trip or an overnight trip.
OTHER ACTIVITIES: Birdwatching, horseback riding, yoga, waterfall trekking and cultural immersion.
Questions? Call 828-488-6199
Activities Available From Our Destination EcoLodge
World Class Bird Watching: Individuals can enjoy personal time locating regional birds of the Oriente: including tanagers, inca jays, oropendulas, gallo de pena, mot mot. torrent ducks, sunbitterns and a large variety of hummingbirds. The lodge can be rented out for weekend and week long bird watching retreats. Contact us to schedule a custom guided trip with an expert in the field.
Hiking Our Nature Trails: Enjoy meandering through four inter-connected trails that take you from the river to the forest, observing the vast variety of native plants and birds and learning the medicinal herbs of the Oriente.
Rio Quijos Scenic Valley Reserve Ridgetop Trail: A half-day hike up the reserve ridge top trail opens up views of the entire Quijos Valley. There is ample opportunity to enjoy the birds, and a rare glimpse of the Andean bear – the Oso Anteojo and monkeys.
Tour de las Cueva de los Tayos: The hike to the Cuevas takes you down a beautiful jungle trail into a canyon that looks like a scene from Lost World. You end up in a cavern filled with the rare Tayo Birds (Oil Birds). Early evening brings out a host of exotic birds of the Oriente, including the elusive Gallo de la Pena.
Tour del Oriente: Cascada San Rafael, Cascada Malo, Cuevai de los Tayos. This is a trip you don’t want to miss!
Waterfalls: San Rafael and Rio Loco Waterfalls are treasures of the Oriente. The Quijos River drops over the 400ft+ San Rafael waterfall. Just upstream is the lovely Rio Loco waterfall. Just the drive to the waterfalls is breathtaking.
ADVENTURES
Whitewater Rafting: The Quijos River is is class III/IV where we offer day trips, as well as week-long itineraries for the rafting enthusiast.
Fly Fishing: The Quijos River is home to rainbow trout. In addition, the Rio Borja and the Rio Cosanga are trout fishing settings as well. For the casual fisherman, the private Quijos River beach is just minutes away from the lodge and cabins. Gear rental and guided options available.
Horseback Riding: Guided horseback riding excursions up the Borja Canyon. Breathtaking views only experienced by horseback.
Mountain Biking: Guided and rental options available for mountain biking. Epic rides along the Quijos, or up the Oyacachi Valley.
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Galapagos: The Galapagos is a dream destination when planning a trip to Ecuador. There’s simply hardly a place on this planet similar to the Galapagos. We can help you arrange your week (or more) trip – – from cruising the Galapagos archipelago and living on board to making day trips from one of the inhabited islands.
Cuyebeno & Yasuni National Parks: Ecuador is home to two of the most biodiverse parks in the world: Cuyabeno and Yasuni, both part of the Amazon. An internationally relevant wetlant connects Cuyabeno with Yasuni. Spending time in either immerses you in an alternative world of water, nature, wildlife, and indigenous culture.
Driving Tours of Ecuador: Custom trips from one to 14+ days. This highly customizable trip using private transportation can include Ecuador’s beautiful beaches, rich culture and stunning Andes mountains. From Quito to Guayaquil to Cuenca to the Oriente, the only limitation to this trip is the amount of time you have to explore everything Ecuador has to offer.
Travel Arrangements
Flights should be arranged into Quito, Ecuador. Do not be deterred by late arrivals into Quito, that is very typical. You will need a valid passport. The passport must have an expiration date of greater than six months after your return date.
Why travel with Endless River Adventures?
Unlike many of our competitors, we provide the flexibility to modify any package or create a completely tailored itinerary, in order to ensure that the trip meets the exact requirements of our clients. Our travel guides are carefully selected to ensure that they provide the best experience for our guests.
Tell us everything you know about your ideal trip i.e. dates, types of accommodations, must see things, number of days and travelers etc. We would love to help you to plan the trip of your dreams.
Rio Quijos Ecolodge in Ecuador
Our EcoLodge in the Quijos Valley is nestled on the banks of the Quijos River. Surrounded by 40 acres of nature, you will go to sleep to the sound of the river and wake to the sound of a collection of extraordinary birds. Our Ecolodge is fast becoming an International Birdwatching Destination. Our private beach is the perfect launch spot for kayaking and rafting, as well as the location for our yoga center.
And this does not stop with river logistics. We help you with more than just an amazing kayak trip. Mountain biking, climbing, fishing, hiking, bird watching, the Galapagos and more, there is so much to do in Ecuador!
Whether you need a break from the fast pace of Quito, or are looking to explore the Oriente of Ecuador during your visit, the lodge is a perfect destination for enjoying the flora and fauna of the Quijos Valley. You will spend time at the RioQuijos EcoLodge and Reserve. The landmark eco-lodge of the Oriente, with land registered with the “media ambiente” for conservation. Imagine a put-in where you can walk down to the river, or back up from the river, right to your lodge! There is no better location in the Oriente
Talk with an Expert to customize all the details!
(828) 488-6199
We are a U.S. based travel operator with locations in the U.S and Ecuador. Although Endless River Adventures specializes in Ecuador travel, we offer trips to Costa Rica, and our North American destination in the beautiful North Carolina mountains. For over 25 years, Endless River Adventure’s mission is to promote Latin American culture, bio-diversity and beautiful landscapes to people abroad, while providing them the best experience they can have while traveling with us. We do this by offering private packages with personalized service to each and every one of our guests, and by tailoring our packages and activities to meet the exact needs of each traveler.
The focus is simple: design a package that meets our customer’s needs, price it very well, and provide excellent guides that will make the experience the best it can be.
Pricing
9-Day All-Inclusive Package Tours
$1695 per person
This includes activities, accommodations, meals, transportation and the best guides in the area.
- A $350.00 deposit is necessary to hold your space for this trip
- The full balance due no later than December 1.
- Trip price is based on double occupancy.
- If you would prefer guaranteed single occupancy for the week, you may do so at a prorated cost.
- Not included in your trip price is airfare, airport taxes, adult beverages during the trip, snacks, miscellaneous tips and your taxi ride to the airport on your way home.
Questions? Call us at 828-488-6199
We understand choosing an international destination is an exciting and can be overwhelming. We WANT to speak with you about it. Please call with any questions you have regarding an international adventure travel experience as we would love to speak about you about some of our favorite places on earth.
Have a group of friends that you want to share a week with? Custom groups are welcome. We offer custom itineraries for rafting, kayaking, cultural exploration and more. Ecuador is a treasure chest for international travel and we want to help you make the most of your trip.
Payment Policy:
For all our trips, a deposit is required at the time you make your reservation. Due dates for trip balances depends on the dates of your trip. Please be prepared to pay by check, Visa, MC, Discover or American Express.
Cancellation:
There is a cancellation policy in line with each trip itinerary. We highly recommend that you look into trip insurance as last minute accidents/changes/life demands sometimes do happen and we cannot refund your trip after the cancellation date.
