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The Uniqueness of Ecuador’s Indigenous Markets

Ecuador is a small, vibrant country known for its beautiful lush rainforests and volcanic landscapes. Contained within these small borders are many different indigenous groups and cultures and their famous indigenous markets that contribute in making this country so unique.

The Unusual Tapir

If you have the privilege of seeing one of these unusual creatures while visiting Ecuador, you can be sure that you have seen something truly rare. The Tapir is the largest native mammal on the South American continent and while they may seem somewhat robust, they are currently listed as endangered. These curious creatures have bulky bodies and thick hair.

Ecuador’s Colorful Heliconias

When you explore the rich jungles of Ecuador, you will likely discover that there are a number of bright and colorful flowers around every corner. More at home next to the bright bill of a toucan than in amongst the shrubbery of a forest, you may find yourself wanting to know more about these curious Heliconias.

Ecuador's Finca Colibri Vacation Farm

Ever look out of your office window, stare at the thousands of cars and people that are rushing around like a colony of ants, and wonder what it would be like to own your own land, and live in tranquil and peaceful surroundings? Well, it is now possible to experience just that, through the initiative of the Finca Colibri Vacation Farm that is located near Quito, in Ecuador. This unique vacation experience allows you to either rent the entire farm and try your hand at the agricultural aspects such as working the farm land with oxen and finding out just how green your fingers are, amongst the vegetable patches and fruit trees, or staying at the farm on a working vacation

A Volcano Trip in Ecuador

The Avenue of Volcanoes in the high central region of Ecuador includes the world’s highest active volcano, the Cotopaxi. Enthusiastic mountaineers can develop the skills and experience here to climb high altitude mountains successfully and safely. You need to be in excellent shape and have some basic mountaineering skills to do this trip though no glacier experience is necessary. By the end of the trip, under the expert guidance of the trip organizers you would have got it.

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