Ecuador is an exciting place, especially for families with energetic youngsters. With an expertly planned vacation you can include trips to the rainforest, the beach, and the Andes. Along the way you’ll see rare wildlife, and your children will remember Ecuador’s technicolor ecosystems for years to come.
PLANNING AN ECUADOR FAMILY VACATION
Ecuador destinations are safe for the entire family. Top destinations are especially safe and have reliable police. In markets and restaurants you’ll find Ecuadorians are happy to have children visit, and will accommodate your family’s needs.
Browse some of our favorite itineraries
Get excited and browse our selection of our favorite hand made tours from around the world. From romantic honeymoons to family-fun; these are completely flexible and arranged to your needs.
Chasing Family Adventure in Ecuador
Go on an unforgettable journey as you traverse the landscapes of Ecuador. Volcano tours, the city in the ‘middle of the world’, and cloud forests are just a few of the wonders.
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Touch the Clouds, Trek The Amazons
Need a family adventure that will have everyone discovering the beauty of the world instead of looking at screens? You'll love this expertly crafted Ecuadorian getaway!
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We Journeyed Together—Ecuador Bound
It's the first time in a while that our whole family got to experience new things and nature together. We’re blown away by what Ecuador has to offer.
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Nature Off the Screen
If your travel goal is to show your family the natural world, then this is the vacation you need. You’ll get outside, explore amazing destinations, and see animals in their natural habitat.
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Slow & Steady Highlights
It was a great family vacation with our teenage son –– exploring the beauty of Ecuador and spending New Year's there too! We planned last minute but Anywhere saved the day!
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Ecuador family hotels
Family-friendly hotels in Quito, Cuenca and Guayaquil and on Santa Cruz and San Cristóbal. See all Ecuador family hotels.
La Selva Amazon Lodge
One of the first Amazon rainforest lodges in Ecuador, the award winning La Selva was completely remodeled and reopened in July of 2012 and has since become the premier eco lodge in the Ecuadorian Amazon. La Selva Amazon Ecolodge & Spa is located in a rainforest paradise bordering Yasuni National Park in one of the most biodiverse areas of the planet.
Hotel Solymar
Hotel Solymar prides itself on its views. Every room faces the waterfront, and the friendly animals that visit the hotel patio will allow you an up-close look at some of the island’s indigenous species.
Samari Spa Hotel
Baños de Agua Santa is a small town set in the lush hills of the Cordillera Oriental. This is a popular destination for adventurous travelers, and an excellent basecamp for hiking in the surrounding forests.
Swissotel
Swissotel Quito offers 275 upscale rooms and suites, each with a view of either the cityscape or one of the mountains that borders Quito. Use this vantage point for inspiration as you plan your exploration of the city.
AMAZON TREKS FOR KIDS
Visiting the Amazon is an exciting opportunity for children, and one that they won’t forget for quite a while. Go to Tena or Cuyabeno to find a rainforest lodge and experience firsthand the incredible diversity of plants and animals in this rare environment. While you’re here you can stay in an eco lodge and arrange to meet guides that can explain more about the delicate ecosystem that Ecuador is struggling to protect.
BEACHES AND SURF
The beach at Puerto López offers whale watching opportunities. Surfing is a good skill to pick up while you’re young, but adults can learn just as well. Consider signing up for surfing lessons while you’re visiting the beaches of Montañita. If you’re looking for a beach vacation in a bustling beach town, head to the warm shores of Salinas.
THE GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
The Galápagos Islands have unusual environments where you can see animals that don’t exist anywhere else in the world. Sign the whole family up for a snorkeling tour so you can see huge populations of fish. There are also Galápagos tortoises, iguanas, seals, and rare birds.
HIGH SPEED THRILLS
Ecuador has many destinations where you can try zip lining through a forest canopy. For an amazing zip line experience check out tours around Baños, a town outside of Tungurahua Volcano in Ecuador’s mountainous central sierra.
LET US HELP
Experience unforgettable family fun with the kids, we'll plan everything from hotels to car seats. Talk to our expert travel planners about what activities you think your kids will like the most. We can craft an itinerary that focuses on a particular type of activity, or we can arrange for you to try a little bit of everything.
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Ecuador Nature Walks
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