Has anyone been to Ecuador recently? Looking for the latest intel.
Specifically interested in:
- Current price ranges
- Best areas right now
- Any safety concerns to be aware of
- Transport tips
I was there last year and had a good time. Wondering if things have changed.
Trying to decide between this and Germany.
Cheers
Ecuador — favorite spots after 10+ visits
Started by CalgaryKevin · 3 Mar 2026 · 330 views
Posts: 1,861
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Calgary, Canada
3 Mar 2026 at 10:29
Calgary Kevin — Calgary, Canada
0
Posts: 1,852
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Miami, FL
4 Mar 2026 at 06:29
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL
0
Posts: 1,927
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Vancouver, Canada
6 Mar 2026 at 03:29
Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
0
Posts: 1,909
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Detroit, MI
7 Mar 2026 at 20:29
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.
Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited
0
Posts: 1,852
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Miami, FL
8 Mar 2026 at 11:29
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL
0
Posts: 1,927
Rep: 0
Joined: Dec 2025
Location: Nashville, TN
9 Mar 2026 at 07:29
Also recommend downloading Grab before you go. Essential.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN
0
Posts: 1,928
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Winnipeg, Canada
9 Mar 2026 at 09:29
Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024
0
Posts: 1,901
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Sacramento, CA
10 Mar 2026 at 08:29
Been going for years. Scene has stayed consistent.
Sacramento Sal — Sacramento, CA
0
Posts: 1,876
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Halifax, Canada
11 Mar 2026 at 03:29
Saving this thread. Gold mine of information.
0
Posts: 1,924
Rep: 0
Joined: Feb 2026
Location: Austin, TX
11 Mar 2026 at 18:29
Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.
Austin Alex — Austin, TX
0
Posts: 1,833
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: New York, NY
13 Mar 2026 at 14:29
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.
Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Berlin Bound
0
Posts: 1,887
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Auckland, NZ
14 Mar 2026 at 21:29
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."
0
Posts: 1,860
Rep: 0
Joined: Feb 2026
Location: Melbourne, Australia
15 Mar 2026 at 10:29
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited
0
Posts: 1,894
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Phoenix, AZ
15 Mar 2026 at 12:29
First time was overwhelming but exciting. Second time was 10x smoother. Experience makes all the difference.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Phoenix, AZ
0
Posts: 1,852
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Miami, FL
16 Mar 2026 at 21:29
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL
0
Posts: 1,909
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Detroit, MI
18 Mar 2026 at 11:29
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited
0
Posts: 1,928
Rep: 0
Joined: Jan 2026
Location: Winnipeg, Canada
20 Mar 2026 at 05:29
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
Winnipeg, Canada | Member since 2024
0
Posts: 1,909
Rep: 0
Joined: Mar 2026
Location: Detroit, MI
22 Mar 2026 at 01:29
Good info. Going during the week is much better — less crowded and better prices.
Detroit, MI | 12 countries visited
0
Posts: 1,906
Rep: 0
Joined: Feb 2026
Location: Bristol, UK
23 Mar 2026 at 18:29
Adding my experience: scene has bounced back since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.
Bristol, UK | 16 countries visited
0
Posts: 1,837
Rep: 0
Joined: Dec 2025
Location: San Diego, CA
25 Mar 2026 at 13:29
This matches my experience. Ecuador is great value for money.
San Diego, CA | Member since 2024
0