Tour Operators Quito

Capac Ñan Ecuador welcomes you in its exclusive guest house, in the heart of colonial Quito, and offers private and unusual tours throughout the country and to the Galapagos. Philippe and Marie, the creators of the agency, offer you an ultra-personalized follow-up, the discovery of secret places as well as a warm welcome in their guest houses. In the Galapagos, the agency has selected for its clients the best diving and snorkeling cruises and excursions, for an in-depth discovery of the archipelago's fauna.

ITK Voyage Ecuador & Galapagos, founded in 2010 and based in Quito, is the specialist agency for French-speaking travellers wishing to discover the riches of Ecuador. Surrounded by their local team, Vanessa and Antoine will advise you and help you discover magnificent sites, often isolated and off the beaten track. A stay in a hacienda in search of the condor, discovery of an Indian market frequented by the locals, trekking among volcanoes, rowing in the Amazon rainforest and a cruise in the Galapagos are all on the program.

This French-speaking agency set up by Xavier, a French Catalan nature lover and ornithologist guide who has been living in Ecuador for more than twenty-five years, is specialized in naturalist trips, scientific trips and participatory tourism. It offers numerous trips with rare themes such as the observation of reptiles or orchids, photographic trips, watercolour courses, naturalist trekking and diving in the Galapagos. Their strong point remains the ornithological trips, of which they are the pioneers in the language of Molière.

Bienvenidos to Terra Ecuador, a French-speaking agency offering rich experiences and authentic encounters with local people. Terra reveals the secrets of thousand-year-old cultures, in the heart of the magical landscapes of the Andes, with its snow-capped volcanoes, or in the wildest region in the world, where you can meet the Amazonian fauna. Why not discover the Galapagos, a veritable natural paradise. Terra is part of a network that can offer you programs straddling several countries, through a single contact person who is always ready to listen.

This agency has been run for over 30 years by Dominique Olivares, a passionate Frenchwoman with a deep knowledge of Ecuador, its mega-biodiversity and its ethnic groups. As a result, she and her French-speaking team are happy to offer you fair trade, community and eco tours in the Andes, the Amazon or the cloud forest of Mindo (where Palmar offers its Mindo Eco chalet), the Galapagos and the Pacific coast, as well as the best airfares. Dominique also has charming chalets in Mindo, and even offers a glamping tent.

The strong point of this travel agency? Its prices, really accessible. Go to the website to see the special offers (also last minute) for a trip in the jungle or the Andes, in the Galapagos. The staff is very friendly and if you are already there, go directly to the agency for a better overview of the services. Lorena, the manager of the agency is a real expert of tourism in Ecuador with more than 25 years in the business and will know how to concoct for you the tailor-made trip of your dreams, at an affordable price.

This French-speaking agency is run by Gérald and José, who offer stays of 3 to 15 days to discover the country: cruises in the Galapagos with a wide choice of boats, volcano ascents (Chimborazo and Cotopaxi, in particular), trekking in the Andes, mountain biking and horseback riding, visits to traditional markets and stays in Amazonia. The agency also organizes trips to Peru and Bolivia. Last minute promotions for the Galapagos. An agency of professionals at your disposal to prepare your trip to measure.

This very professional agency managed by Sylvain, a Frenchman passionate about motorcycles, will satisfy all bikers, beginners or experienced. Ecuador Freedom Bike Rental will meet all your expectations thanks to its magnificent tours. A total of 40 top-of-the-range motorcycles are offered, all perfectly maintained by experienced mechanics. The tours pass through the most beautiful places and the stops are made in very beautiful hotels. The briefings are of high quality and you will benefit from the very good organization of Sylvain and his partner Court.

Since 1989, Latitud 0° has specialized in adventure tourism (hiking, horseback riding, biking, climbing...) and organizes trips for people with reduced mobility. This French-speaking agency, founded by Etienne Moine, a Frenchman who arrived in Ecuador in the late 1970s, also offers classic, cultural and themed holidays for groups and individuals. When you choose Latitud 0°, you subscribe to a state of mind, ethical and responsible values, and travel while respecting the environment and its inhabitants.

Paul, a Canadian-Ecuadorian, and his young and dynamic team offer stays to backpackers from all over the world. His range is varied: immersion in the Amazon in the Cuyabeno reserve, a stay in the Galapagos Islands for all budgets, a day trip in the Sierra (Otavalo, Latacunga, Quilotoa, Cotopaxi) or in the old town of Quito... And why not a cultural (and solidarity) experience in an indigenous community? A good address if you are young (preferably), curious and open. Clients come from all over the world.

Chaquinian is an incoming travel agency specialized in community and solidarity tourism. This agency will make you discover the way of life of the natives by integrating you throughout your trip. The trips are tailor-made according to your program. If you choose a 21 days itinerary, you will be able to live in the company of the karanqui, kichwa, puruha, cañaris and jipijapa peoples and even end your trip in the Galapagos if you feel like it.

Gaston Sacaze Ecuador is a travel agency established in 6 South American countries for over 20 years. Its Franco-Ecuadorian team based in Quito and specialized in tailor-made trips will make you travel all over Ecuador and the Galapagos in a classic way, but also, unusual and personalized according to your interests. Cultural tours and visits between Quito and Cuenca, treks on the Avenue of the Volcanoes, an immersion in the Amazon, meeting local communities or an unforgettable cruise in the Galapagos Islands.

High Summits is an agency specialized in high mountain adventure. Isabel Sanchez has 20 years of experience in tourism management and Ismael W. Janisch is a mountain guide with more than 35 years of experience. High Summits offers several trips including the ascent of all the volcanoes and mountains of Ecuador, such as Cotopaxi, Cayambe, Chimborazo, Ilinizas, Pichincha, Pasochoa, etc. For maximum safety, the agency only works with ASEGUIM mountain guides. Some of them even speak French.

This travel agency, which has been active in Ecuador for over 20 years, is also the owner and operator of the Manatee Amazon Explorer and the Anakonda Amazon Cruise, the only two hotel boats to operate in the Amazon region, and the Mantaraya Lodge in Machalilla National Park, considered the most strategic whale-watching, fishing and diving location on the continent. Further information on Anakonda, Manatee and Mantaraya is available in the corresponding regions.

Surtrek Tour Operator is a socially and environmentally responsible company specializing in "à la carte" individual and group travel. Thanks to the experience and passion of its tour designers, this Quito-based tour operator can fulfill your every wish, in the Andes, the Galapagos and the rest of Latin America: trekking, hiking, cruises, diving, Andinism, Amazonia, cultural visits..

Created almost 25 years ago, this incoming agency is primarily aimed at professionals. It is managed by a Franco-Colombian team and has spread throughout Latin America, from Mexico to Argentina. In Ecuador, it organizes all types of tours, from excursions in the Amazon to cruises in the Galapagos, without forgetting the discovery of the Andes. To note: a very well done website translated in French! Since this year, you can even find live virtual tours with a local guide. Nice product!

This tour operator is the most important in the country. The services are very complete and high quality: air and hotel reservations, excursions of all kinds on the spot and in the neighbouring countries. One can however deplore the impersonal side of this big company. The prices are as high as the standard: high. The thematic tours of the capital(city tours) are well organized and allow to save time in Quito. A good address which presents a complete panel of options of stays and circuits in Ecuador.

Pioneer agency in Ecuador; tourism responsible for the environment and local communities. All tours have a guaranteed departure. French speaking naturalist guides are available to guide you. Possibility to combine cruises and shore excursions. The agency organizes tours of several days through the archipelago and proposes to combine a stay in the Galapagos with a stay on the mainland. The agency also participates in various social projects. The website is very well built and allows you to enter directly with the local agents.

The English-speaking agency Columbus Travel sells tailor-made trips to the Galapagos, the Andes, Amazonia and even Peru... There is something for every taste and every budget. The team is young and dynamic, and their motivation is unfailing. Their strong point: the Galapagos Islands! Several tours are available (see website), as well as many promotions for last minute departures. The 15-day tour offers all the highlights of Ecuador, from Quito to the Galapagos, passing through the Andes, the Amazon and the Sierra.

This local agency offers tailor-made tours of Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, enabling travelers to discover the wonders of the region's nature and culture. Whether exploring the Andes, the Amazon, the Pacific coast or the Galapagos Islands, the agency offers unique and personalized experiences. The agency is also available to give
advice on buying local crafts and helping travelers plan their outdoor and adventure activities, and icing on the cake, they speak French.