Enjoy golden sands, turquoise beaches and abundant wildlife in a luxury Ecuador family vacation.

Ecuador is perfect for family vacations. Compact in size, its varied landscapes, biodiversity, history and culture make it ideal for an adventure with children whatever their interests. Snorkel and hike in the Galapagos, raft in the Amazon Rainforest and horse ride at haciendas.

Let Jacada take you and your family there with all our care, superior service and established expertise for an unforgettable trip to this enchanting and often overlooked country. A fully bespoke trip means that your family can set your own pace and factor in time for both adventuring as well as relaxing poolside. 

Stay at superb jungle lodges in the midst of the Amazon rainforest to explore the source of the mighty river, discover its smallest creatures and vibrant birdlife. Spend your days exploring the quaint market towns and peaceful countryside of the Otavalo area, picking up handicrafts and staying at an authentic, working hacienda to see daily life here in depth. Soak up the colonial heritage of Quito and the magical biodiversity of its lesser known cloud forests. Match one or all of this with days cruising its Galapagos Island (or staying on one of the islands’ hotels).

Browse the locations below for your perfect combination, or see our example trips, then talk to our team of experienced travel designers to start putting together your luxury Ecuador family trip.

From our experts

Experiences picked by our destination specialists

Glide through the Mashpi canopy

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Enjoy the unique experience of gliding over and through the canopy of the incredible Mashpi Reserve on the Dragonfly, a cable-driven system of gondolas that extends approximately 2km through the forest

Unearth Tulipe's ancient stone pools

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Step into a realm of ancient wonders as you delve into the captivating legacy of Tulipe’s “stone pools”, an extraordinary archaeological complex at the base of a sacred “tola” mound

Trace chocolate back to 3300BC

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Satisfy your sweet tooth with an enlightening chocolate tasting experience that takes you all the way back to the origins of chocolate in Ecuador in around 3,300BC

Hike, swim and spot wildlife in the Galápagos

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Hike to Cerro las Tijeretas or Frigate Hill in the Galápagos, taking note of interesting plants and spectacular birdlife along the way before heading to Carola Beach to swim and see sea turtles, sea lions and marine iguanas

A word from one of our experts

Ecuadorians are incredibly friendly and warm, and family is at the heart of their culture. The many cultural, natural and wildlife attractions of this relatively small country make it perfect for those wanting to pack a lot into a short amount of time.
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Lily Bunker

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Luxury accommodation in Ecuador

There are many incredible places to stay in Ecuador. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

Why book with Jacada?

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Personalised design

We’ll plan your trip around your specific interests, tastes and preferences, providing helpful tips and honest advice based on first-hand knowledge of the destination.

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Authentic experiences

Our expert guides and brilliant travel concierges are hand-picked to provide a genuine experience, bringing your destination to life with care and passion.

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Responsible travel

Our luxury trips are designed with responsible travel principles that prioritise travel experiences that are both good for you and good for the planet.

Ecuador family trip inspiration

Get inspired with our Ecuador example trips and then get in touch to plan your own family adventure

Total Ecuador and Galápagos Explorer

15-Day Trip

Total Ecuador and Galápagos Explorer

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15-Day Trip

Total Ecuador and Galápagos Explorer

Discover the unique and diverse culture, flora and fauna of awe-inspiring Ecuador
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Signature Ecuador and Galapagos

11-Day Trip

Signature Ecuador and Galapagos

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11-Day Trip

Signature Ecuador and Galapagos

A journey to see Ecuador's rich wildlife and culture visiting Quito, the Galapagos and the beautiful highlands area around Otavalo
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Ecuador Nature Explorer

11-Day Trip

Ecuador Nature Explorer

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11-Day Trip

Ecuador Nature Explorer

A nature lovers' adventure cruising the wildlife kingdom of the Galapagos Islands and the delightfully unknown Cloud Forests
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Where to go

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Cotopaxi

Enjoy exploring family-friendly hiking trails together, learning about the local wildlife and the active volcano here.

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Galapagos

Head out on luxury nature cruises and land-based wildlife safaris. Your family will feel like they’re in a live documentary episode.

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Quito

Explore the city, stroll through markets and join a hands-on cooking class together as a family.

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The Cloud Forests

Settled in a private rainforest reserved your family will be surrounded by Ecuador’s unique biodiversity and wake up among the clouds.

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Ready to plan your adventure?

Whatever you want from your Ecuador private family tour, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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When to visit Ecuador

Choosing the perfect time for your bespoke Ecuador itinerary depends entirely on what you’d like to include in your family adventure. If you want to visit the Andean Highlands, the dry season from June to September offers the clearest skies and most stable weather for trekking past volcanoes like Cotopaxi. For the Galapagos Islands or the Pacific Coast, December to May has the warmest temperatures and calmest seas – perfect for learning to snorkel. If you’re taking your family to the Amazon, aim for March through July for canoeing or August to December for exploring the jungle on foot.

Volcano trekking

June–September

Amazon canoeing

March–July

Galapagos Islands

December–May

When Is the Best Time to Visit Ecuador?

When Is the Best Time to Visit Ecuador?

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Plan your trip to Ecuador

Whatever you want from your adventure in Ecuador, our team of expert travel designers are ready to help.

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Don't take our word for it

Your trip, your story

We craft trips deeply personal, delightfully surprising and entirely one of a kind. Every Jacada journey begins in conversation with a travel designer, a specialist in their destination of expertise. Behind each journey is a wealth of insight, gathered over years of on-the-ground exploration.

Once you’re booked, you’ll meet your concierge. Based in the region you’re visiting, they’ll take care of all the details so your mind is at rest. They make the trip truly special – and truly yours.