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The above suggestions will net the government of Ecuador more tax revenue than the cost of implementing them, increase revenues for the people of Ecuador as a whole and be an immense help to tour operators and tourist services throughout the country.



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Come To Galapagos CIA.LTDA ruc#1792072298001 and Come To Galapagos, LLC cst#2083876-40 is an Ecuadorean company based in the Galapagos and has been at the forefront of developing sustainable economies in the Galapagos since 2005. We market and oversee customized land based tours of the Galapagos involving the community with these tours. Our clients fish with the local fishermen, tour the farms where much of the food they eat is grown, we purchase produce and services as much as possible within the islands and every single dollar of the revenue generated by our clients (with the exception of international airline costs and very small promotion budget) end up in the hands of the inhabitants.



We believe that the best solution to the problems we face with tourism in the Galapagos exists on the supply side, in the education of visitors both before they book their vacations and while they are here. However, while we are making progress it does not seem near fast enough in the face of the mass marketing of the Galapagos.



We believe in walking the walk rather than talking the talk (setting an example) and several companies are following our example. The tragic aspect of this is that they have not had years to develop a business and website, do not understand the nature of their competition and the market. Currently for them the best possible scenario would be for them to work for one of the large international travel agencies. 



Over the years we have met extraordinarily committed people working hard in the National Park, Ingala, the Charles Darwin Foundation, Impade, within the state and national governments, working for “non profit† foundations, volunteers and students. The administration of Rafael Correa has made significant strides in stabilizing the political situation, reformation of institutions and assisting in the development of sustainable economies here in the Galapagos. We are all only getting started. The above suggestions will go a long way to bringing about real sustainable economies, not struggling economies being bled by foreign owned businesses. We would like to help.

Ecuador has plenty of geothermal unrest that makes visiting the country an explosive and exciting adventure. Both on the mainland and in the Galápagos Islands, you will find there is a plethora of volcanoes that provide exciting outdoor adventures.

Go bathing in Baños, a jungle-frontier town with steaming thermal pools full of allegedly health-inducing minerals. The inexpensive public bathhouses provide a relaxing and soothing Ecuador vacation. While Volcán Tungurahua causes a lot of trouble for the locals, it also allows for the large and relaxing natural Jacuzzi located nearby.

One of the most sought-after summits in Ecuador is the ice-cream-cone shaped Cotopaxi. This volcano is steep and one must properly acclimate before, but does not require much technical knowledge. The view from the top and into the crater is dizzying, due to both the altitude at 5,897 meters and the natural beauty of the site.

Quito is the only capital city that is actually threatened by an active volcano, but the laidback locals don't seem to mind neighboring Volcán Pichincha looming over their heads. You can ride a sky tram up to 4,100 meters on the volcano, and if you're up to it, it is possible to climb a three hours to 4,680 m to Rucu Pichincha.

The lava fields on San Salvador in the Galápagos have unique age-old lava crusted into shallow pools and cool caves and geological swirls. The wildlife in the region only makes this interesting destination better; marine iguanas, seals, and Sally Lightfoot crabs all roam here.

Cross the mouth of a volcano by canoe. The pea-green pool deep in the Quilotoa crater takes six hours to circumnavigate.

Active Isabella is the largest of the volcanic Galápagos Islands. You can see a few of Darwin's famous finches by taking an 8-km trail from Santo Tomás up to the sides of Volcán Sierra Negra where there are steaming fumaroles.

Another Galápagos volcanic adventure can be found on the main island, Santa Cruz. There are a number of extinct craters that are teeming with giant tortoises and vermillion flycatchers.

For a high-speed adventure, flying down Volcán Chimorazo on a mountain bike is exhilarating! It is possible to drive up the highest peak in Ecuador, at 6310 meters, and then roll down past grazing vicuña.

Any equally intimidating ride can be found on a train ride from Riobamba to Sibambe. The ride through the mighty peaks of the Avenue of Volcanoes and across the twisty descent of the Devil's Nose (a 765-meter sheer cliff) is only for the fearless.

If you aren't keen on outdoor pursuits, you can spend the day shopping at Otavalo's traditional Saturday market, all while under looming Volcán Imbabura. Good finds include ponchos, tagua-nut jewelry, and ponchos.

In case you are planning to travel an unusual trip through an old but modern city, then there can be nothing better than Quito. With a number of lodges, hotels or hostels, Ecuador vacations with a Quito Ecuador travel would never be a problem for the tourists, hikers, bikers, or climbers. Based in Quito, you can dare for an adventure in and around the Andes also. Moreover, with its nightlife, festivals, and museums, Quito has been transformed into the Cultural capital of Ecuador.

San Francisco de Quito, popularly known as Quito, is the oldest of all South American capitals and has the population of 1,399,378. The Ecuador vacations should start with this capital of Ecuador, which is situated in a narrow and extended valley at the western base of Pichincha volcano of Pichincha province along the Andes ranges. The eastern side is occupied by the Machángara River Canyon with a spectacular view. Quito is located at 25 km south of Equator at 9,350 ft (2,850m) above the sea level. It has been chosen as a World Heritage Site since 1978. Quito Ecuador travel can be a unique experience due to its cultural excellence, sculptures and churches, scenic beauty of natural hot springs, picturesque trails, ice-capped volcanoes, rivers, its flora and fauna and above all for the unbelievable bargain while shopping. Without these yourEcuador vacations may remain incomplete. People are drawn here from various parts of the world by its immaculate splendor of nature.

The modern name of the city ‘Quito’ was adopted from the name of one of the indigenous groups who used to dwell in this area in the pre-Columbian period. During the early 16th century, Quito was the capital of the northern part of Incan kingdom which they destroyed into rubbles in 1533. But the Spanish conquerors rebuilt it after one year. Nowadays the city of Quito has an Old and a New half. The ‘New City’ is completely built with modern concept while the ‘Old City’ still bears the colonial features. YourEcuador vacations or the Quito Ecuador travel should cover both the Old and the New city in combination to have a glimpse of the present on the backdrop of the glorious past.

Though the climate normally varies due to variation of altitudes and time of year, for those who take up Quito Ecuador travel, the climate is favorable with average 15?C temperature. Two seasons, comprising of dry summer for four months (June to September) and wet winter (October to May) with occasional sunny days, make the tours enjoyable throughout the year. The itinerary before reaching Quito should be thoughtfully packed, keeping the diverse microclimate in the mind. In case your arrival time is after sunset, you may expect ice-cold breeze to welcome as the night temperature drops to 7? C (55? F).

Quito Ecuador travel is convenient with easy access of transport system. Travelers generally avail the flights to reach the International airport of Quito (Mariscal Sucre). One can also take up the bus route as well which has got a good network service. Existence of two bus stations namely, Terminal Terrestre Cumandá and La Ofelia, have made it extremely convenient for travelers. Taxis are also easily available but take care to find a welcoming and candid driver.

Culture and tradition both are exclusively embossed on the life of Quito. Modern life symbiotically exists there on the colonial root. One, who is wise enough to take up the Quito Ecuador travel, should not miss the wide array of museums, galleries, sculpted buildings, parks and many more things which proudly glorify Quito, the capital of Ecuador. Don’t forget to take a glimpse of the Amazon Rain Forest, rich with various flora and fauna during your Ecuador vacations. Explore with Quito Ecuador travel and feel the magic.

Ecuador vacations with Quito Ecuador travel is no doubt a sensible step to spend your time in a most beautiful way. Though Ecuador is a small country, but its biodiversity is one of the highest qualities found in the world. A tour through the length and breadth by Quito Ecuador travel will assert a unique experience of the life. Amazing sights of mountains and volcanoes, exotic flowers, uncountable birds, magnificent places and different types and tribes of people along with other visible attractions like Indian markets, settlements and haciendas, Colonial paradigms, festivals and cultural celebrations with a traditional touch… all can be enchanting enough to makeEcuador vacations truly memorable.

Day trips are organized by various travel agents through their tour network systems to witness the city activities before the sun sets behind the mountain ranges. A guided tour with Quito Ecuador travel through the Colonial centers, plazas that are exclusively decorated with flowers, metaphorical churches and monasteries, or other famous places will offer ample opportunity to the traveler to turn the pages of history. The city has tasted the sweetness of modernization but that never affected the rich old colonial structures, as being a UNESCO World Heritage site, Quito is not allowed to build modern buildings.

During your Ecuador vacations explore the monastery of San Francisco and its accompanying museum or Plaza de Independencia. From El Panecillo enjoy the enchanting view of Quito and the ‘Winged Virgin of Quito’ statue standing at the hills summit. The artistic extravaganza in the museum of Guayasamin will let you experience both old and new approaches of art. If you don’t want to miss the rejuvenating bath in the hot springs of scenic Papallacta onEcuador vacations, then drive 2 hours through the highway of Baeza toward the east of Quito. Markets of Quito, the whole-week affair, are also worth to see and buy some souvenir. 

La Mitad del Mundo is the colonial monument to mark its literary meaning, "The Middle of the World." You may gleefully get photographs with your feet on each side of a luminous yellow line which is drawn to divide the world into two virtual halves (hemispheres). Try horse riding, mountain biking, hiking and climbing, river rafting or bird watching for more adventure.

Traveling in the daytime can be extremely enjoyable but the night explorers can also be equally benefited to discover the other facets of life during yourEcuador vacations . Moreover your Quito Ecuador travel will remain incomplete if you don’t peep into the city nightlife. Shake your legs with jazzy salsa music in the Discothèques whole night or enjoy your glass of liquor at a classic English pub. You will find a number of watering holes but confirm entry fees before you join.