F O R R E S E R V A T I O N S C A L L U S O N 0845 130 6982 Ecuador & Galapagos 150 Complete Ecuador 18 days London to London Day 1 to 2. Depart London [B (Day 2 only)] Depart London for Quito via Madrid, arriving in the evening. You will be met on arrival and transferred to the very comfortable Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda for a 2-night stay. The Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda is in an ideal position for restaurants, shopping and museums. Your time here is free for exploration - why not visit the Equatorial Monument and nearby pre-Incan ruins of Rumicucho (thought to be a solar observatory and fortress), go horse-riding or white-water rafting, visit an Indian market or simply take a city tour. Should you like us to pre-book any of these activities, just let us know. Days 3 to 5. Amazon [B, L, D] A short flight takes you to Coca from where you transfer to your jungle lodge by motorised canoe and Indian dugout. Both Sacha Jungle Lodge and La Selva are situated in the north-eastern corner of Ecuador deep in the Amazon jungle. This region protects more species of plant and mammal than almost any area of a similar size and is home to 15% of all the bird species on the planet including Blue-and-yellow Macaw, Cobalt-winged Parakeet, oropendolas, tanagers and Harpy Eagle. There are more than 100 species of mammal here including Three-toed Sloth, Black-mantled Tamarin, Nine-banded Armadillo, Capybara, Agouti, Coati, Tapir and Jaguar, while the rivers, streams and lakes are home to two species of freshwater dolphin, four species of caiman and over 300 species of fish. A 3-night adventure in the company of expert guides will include trips in small motor-boats and dugout canoes which easily navigate the smaller streams and creeks, together with plenty of opportunities for land-based wildlife-viewing. Day 6. Quito [B] A dawn departure is necessary in order to catch the flight back to Quito, where you will arrive at midday. You spend a further two nights at the Grand Hotel Mercure Alameda. Day 7. Cotopaxi [B] Spend the day exploring and birdwatching on Cotopaxi, the world’s highest active volcano which is adorned year-round in a layer of snow. Photographing sealions Sacha Jungle Lodge, Amazon

S E E U S O N T H E W E B AT wildlifeworldwide.com Days 8 to 14. Galapagos [B, L, D] Fly from Quito to the Galapagos for the beginning of your 7-night voyage. We use a wide selection of boats that wend their way around the islands viewing the unique and magnificent wildlife (see pages 152 to 157) all of which have expert naturalists on board. Much of your Galapagos holiday will be spent at sea, travelling between the islands. Don’t think that this is wasted time however, as much of your travelling will be after dark. Some of course will not be, but the seas surrounding the Galapagos Islands are an integral part of the national park. You may see whales, dolphins, sharks and rays from the boat as well as large numbers of feeding seabirds. Days 15 & 16. Guayaquil [B] Fly to Guayaquil for a 2-night stay at Hampton Inn. You may like to visit a banana or cocoa plantation or go birdwatching in a mangrove forest. Days 17 & 18. Homeward [B (Day 17 only)] Return to the UK on an overnight flight, arriving home the following day. Variations on a theme… All of our Ecuador and Galapagos itineraries are tailormade so we would be very happy to prepare an alternative bespoke holiday for you should you wish. Perhaps we can tempt you with the following ideas: Finch Bay Hotel - Galapagos 4 days from Baltra Should you prefer to be land-based while visiting the Galapagos why not stay at The Finch Bay Hotel which offers very comfortable accommodation in 21 airconditioned rooms (all non-smoking), each with en-suite facilities. The hotel is the only hotel in the Galapagos with beach-front access. (Please note that there are several hotels to choose from, including the Delfin Hotel and Hotel Galapagos.) Machalilla 4 days from Quito Should you be visiting Ecuador between June and September, you may like to visit the Machalilla National Park on the coast, to witness the incredible migration of over 300 Humpback Whales. Haciendas Why not include a stay in one of Ecuador ‘s fantastic Haciendas during your visit. There are many to choose from each offering a chance to experience a bit of colonial splendour. Many of them have been fully restored to their former grandeur and they are perfect places to relax for a few days. Ask us for details! Bella Vista Cloud Forest Lodge 4 days from Quito Keen birders may like to include a visit to the cloud forest of Bella Vista where the birdwatching is excellent, with many migrant and resident bird species and over 150 species of subtropical plants. You may even be fortunate enough to catch sight of the elusive Andean Cock-of-the-Rock! Otavalo Markets & Haciendas 2 days from Quito Drive through the Guayllabamba and Cayambe Valleys to your hacienda where you spend the night. Explore the surrounding local villages including Calderon, San Antonio de Ibarra, Cotacachi and Peguche which are famous for their bread dough figurines, woodcarvings, leather products and textiles respectively. You will have ample time on Day 2 to visit Otavalo market with its stalls selling tapestries, Indian jewellery, woollen goods, Panama hats and handicrafts before returning to Quito. The Chiva Express 4 days from Quito The one car ‘Chiva Express’ resembles a bus on train tracks and will take you south through the Andes to the Historic city of Cuenca. Amongst the highlights of this trip is to ‘ride the roof’ up the slopes of Cotopaxi volcano, with a panoramic view of this stunning Andean region of Ecuador. There will be opportunities to visit indigenous markets and the Inca ruins of Ingapirca. The tour concludes with a trip to El Cajas National Park. You stay in traditional accommodation in Riobamba and Cuenca. 151 Vessel Samba From £3,095 Cachalote From £3,195 Beluga From £3,595 Santa Cruz From £3,795 Parranda From £4,195 Isabella II From £4,195 Alta From £4,295 Eclipse From £4,350 La Pinta From £4,395 Single supplement: Available on request What is included: Flights, meals as indicated, all transfers & guided activities Accommodation: Hotels, boats & jungle lodges Departure dates: Throughout the year The Galapagos National Park Fee and Municipal Tax fee of $100 per person is extra and payable locally. South America / Ecuador & Galapagos Cost per person: From £250 Cost per person: From £495 Cost per person: From £275 Cost per person: From £310 Cost per person: From £550 Greater Frigatebird Blue-footed Booby