Edwin Vega
I like to travel and to see new places, to live new experiences, to meet new people and to learn about new customs and traditions. Additionally, I like to try new cuisines. I love sharing my passion for Ecuador with others so that they too can fall in love with my country, its wildlife, biodiversity, people, history, and culture.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Jungle and indigenous communities, Highlands and the Andean culture, The Galápagos Islands, as well as cultural, historical and adventure trips."
How did you get involved in travel?
"I started traveling with my family at a young age, which contributed to my love for travel and tourism. Later, I decided to continue my studies and specialized in the areas of sustainability, conservation, and wildlife."
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"I spent a month in the jungle and had the opportunity to gain an in-depth experience living with a Quechua community, during which we rescued animals that made me care even more for wildlife, it was spectacular!"
Featured trips & expertise
Galapagos Land-Based Tours: Suggested Itineraries
Planning to follow in the footsteps of Charles Darwin and spot the extraordinary wildlife on the Galapagos Islands? A great way to make this journey is on a land-based tour: sleeping in hotels by night and shuttling between the islands by day. In between, you’ll have the chance to spot giant tortoises in their native habitat, snorkel with sea lions, hike up an active volcano and spend time experiencing the culture of these Enchanted Islands.
7 Days in Ecuador: 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
There are not many countries this small that can boast four such starkly contrasting topographical regions. In an area roughly the size of Britain, Ecuador combines coast, rugged mountains, jungle, and the Galapagos. Sun-bathe on Pacific-facing beaches, climb volcanoes or hike around Andean lakes, go zip-lining in cloud forest or canoe up an Amazon tributary, or wildlife-watch in the Galapagos: these 7-day itineraries are full of astonishing variety.
Ecuador Volcano Trek - 6 Days
This 6-Day trekkers delight crosses stunning grasslands dotted with volcanoes in the highlands of Ecuador. Each day will be spent trekking in the open high altitude plains until the final ascent up Cotopaxi volcano. Along the way, we'll spot wildlife, meet Andean cowboys, sleep in tents and overnight in comfortable haciendas.
10 Days in Ecuador - 5 Unique Itineraries
Local people are fond of saying that Ecuador is four countries in one: coast, highlands, jungle, and the Galapagos. Whether you want to relax on the beach, climb volcanoes, hike around Andean lakes, go zip-lining in the cloud forest, canoe up an Amazon tributary or cruise the Galapagos, there is a perfect itinerary for everyone.
The Real Ecuador: Quito, Otavalo, Amazon & Galapagos - 14 Days
Experience the cultural heritage and natural beauty of Ecuador over the course of two weeks. From the urban sprawl of Quito to the serene shores of the Galapagos and everything in between, this tour will span several diverse regions and truly open your eyes to one of South America's most fascinating countries.