Category Archives: Ecuador

Galapagos/Ecuador Trip Report

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Adventures Within Reach

Galapagos Day 2: Our morning excursion was a walk around the Darwin Bay beach and cove followed by beach and snorkeling time (about 2 hours total). Genovesa Island is a volcano that collapsed into a crater, so now it is … Continue reading →

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When To Go Where

Posted on February 24, 2010 by Adventures Within Reach

Not sure where to go when? Prime season is when the weather is typically the best. Low season is when the weather is the worst (rainy or cold), but also is typically cheaper and has fewer people. Shoulder season typically … Continue reading →

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Four Ecuador Peaks in 11 Days

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Adventures Within Reach

Ascend 4 Peaks: Fuya-Fuya 4294 m, North Illinizas 5116 m, Cotopaxi 5897 m, Chimborazo 6310 m In this 11 day climbing trek in Ecuador you will be taken on a spectacular trip in the volcanoes country. This trip is specially … Continue reading →

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Women’s Week in the Galapagos with Barb Colliander

Posted on February 9, 2010 by Adventures Within Reach

This 7-day Ecuador and Galapagos women’s trip is designed to see the best of Quito and its environs and to experience the Galapagos Islands. Most travelers go on a cruise ship to visit the Galapagos, but we will be staying … Continue reading →

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Multisport Cotopaxi Adventure

Posted on March 14, 2009 by Adventures Within Reach

AWR is offering a new 3-day multisport tour near Cotopaxi National Park in Ecuador.  This is a great extension after a Galapagos trip and is great for families! Starting at $370/person DAY 1: El Cañón del Salto Canopy Tour Your … Continue reading →

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Travel Calendar

Posted on October 1, 2008 by Adventures Within Reach

Here is a great calendar for planning your trip at just the right time! JANUARY Tanzania: Peak migration in southern Serengeti Galapagos: Green sea turtles begin egg laying FEBRUARY Tanzania: Sauti za Busara Swahili Music and Cultural Festival in Zanzibar … Continue reading →

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Adventure Trips Under $1000

Posted on May 30, 2008 by Adventures Within Reach

Adventure travel doesn’t have to break the bank! These trips are all under $1000/person land-only with camping or 3-star hotels based on the group size listed below. Peru 7 Days Machu Picchu, Cusco, and Sacred Valley $765 (4 people minimum) … Continue reading →

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New Galapagos and Ecuador Fees

Posted on April 2, 2008 by Adventures Within Reach

Galapagos Fuel SurchargeAll Galapagos cruise bookings for 2008 will have a fuel surcharge of $100/person for 3-4 night itineraries and $200/person for 7-night itineraries. Pay in full by April 30 for any cruise in 2008, and the fuel surcharge is … Continue reading →

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