Ecuador 🇪🇨 - Four Worlds, One Country - Cost, Safety and Why You Should Visit | Ecuador Travel Vlog

Notable moments

1. 01:45 San Miguel Border Crossing

   Crossing into Ecuador via the San Miguel bridge and taking local transit.

   San Miguel Border Crossing, Ecuador
2. 02:30 Exploring Nueva Loja Border City

   Street scenes and commercial center of Nueva Loja in the Sucumbíos Province.

   Nueva Loja, Ecuador
3. 03:40 Rafting the Jatunyacu River

   Whitewater rafting trip down the Jatunyacu River in the Amazon region near Tena.

   Jatunyacu River, Ecuador
4. 04:52 Baños de Agua Santa Town Center

   The colorful street culture, local parades, and mountain setting of Baños.

   Baños de Agua Santa, Ecuador
5. 05:41 Biking the Baños Waterfall Route

   Renting a bicycle and riding past scenic waterfalls near Baños.

   Baños de Agua Santa, Ecuador
6. 06:29 Visiting Pailón del Diablo Waterfall

   Hiking behind the roaring cascades of the famous Pailón del Diablo waterfall.

   Pailón del Diablo, Ecuador
7. 07:34 Tasting Encebollado Fish Soup

   Trying Ecuador's national comfort food, Encebollado fish soup with pickled onions.

8. 07:50 Preparing Coastal Cangrejada Crab Feast

   Cleaning, boiling, and enjoying traditional Ecuadorian red mangrove crabs.

9. 08:23 Exploring Historic Old Town Quito

   Strolling through colonial plazas, historic streets, and vibrant markets in Quito.

   Quito, Ecuador
10. 09:25 Riding the TelefériQo Cable Car

    Taking the cable car up Pichincha Volcano for views over Quito.

    TelefériQo, Quito, Ecuador
11. 09:33 Visiting Mitad del Mundo Monument

    Standing in both northern and southern hemispheres at the equator line monument.

    Ciudad Mitad del Mundo, Ecuador
12. 09:57 Exploring Historic Downtown Cuenca

    Vibrant colonial streets, flower markets, and public parks in Cuenca.

    Cuenca, Ecuador
13. 10:45 Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción

    Climbing the spiral stairs of Cuenca Cathedral for rooftop views.

    Catedral de la Inmaculada Concepción, Cuenca, Ecuador
14. 11:15 Relaxing at Novagua Thermal Spa

    Thermal pools, mud baths, and steam rooms at Novagua Thermal Spa in Cuenca.

    Novagua Thermal Spa, Cuenca, Ecuador
15. 11:44 Trekking in Cajas National Park

    Hiking through high-altitude moorland and mountain lakes in Cajas National Park.

    Cajas National Park, Ecuador
16. 12:19 Cotopaxi Volcano Views

    Panoramic view of snow-capped Cotopaxi Volcano towering over green fields.

    Cotopaxi Volcano, Ecuador
17. 13:53 Viewing Quilotoa Crater Lake

    Breathtaking views of the emerald-green volcanic crater lake at Quilotoa.

    Quilotoa Lake, Ecuador
18. 14:21 Montañita Beach & Nightlife Scene

    The lively beach town atmosphere, surf culture, and seafood in Montañita.

    Montañita, Ecuador
19. 15:40 Quiet Beach Stay in Ayampe

    Relaxing beachfront views and peaceful coastal atmosphere in Ayampe.

    Ayampe, Ecuador
20. 16:32 Buying Fresh Seafood in Puerto López

    Purchasing fresh fish and shrimp straight from local fishermen at the beach market.

    Puerto López, Ecuador
21. 17:16 Sea Lions at San Cristóbal Beach

    Wild sea lions resting and interacting with visitors on the beach in Galapagos.

    San Cristóbal Island, Galapagos, Ecuador
22. 17:30 Snorkeling in Galapagos Waters

    Swimming alongside sea turtles, sea lions, and marine life in the Galapagos.

    Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
23. 17:47 Observing Giant Galapagos Tortoises

    Up-close view of native giant tortoises in their natural sanctuary habitat.

    Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
24. 18:23 Scuba Diving at Darwin and Wolf Islands

    Diving with whale sharks, hammerheads, and dolphins near Darwin and Wolf Islands.

    Darwin Island, Galapagos, Ecuador