Chuquiragua Mountain Lodge

Set in the tranquil countryside of El Chaupi, near Machachi, Chuquiragua Lodge & Spa offers a warm Andean escape surrounded by mountains, gardens and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Located approximately one hour from Quito, the lodge is an excellent base for travelers wishing to explore the Avenue of the Volcanoes while enjoying the charm and hospitality of rural Ecuador.

Chilcabamba Lodge

Welcome to our Andean Lodge for those who need a deep connection with nature, Chilcabamba brings you closer to the majesty of the Andean highlands.
From a breakfast face to face with Cotopaxi, to a bonfire under a wonderful starry sky when night falls. We love to keep our senses attentive to every detail, in order to bring you unique experiences. We will do our best to meet any requirement you may have.
Chilcabamba is focused on comfort and quality service for single travelers, couples, families and small groups of up to thirty.

Hacienda Zuleta

Ofrecemos una experiencia diferente e inolvidable, cálida, con todas las comodidades. Descubre la vida bajo tierra, dentro de una cueva llena de historia y mito. Buena gastronomía, relajación y muchas actividades te esperan en un entorno andino de ensueño a la antigua usanza, rodeado de naturaleza, como en un túnel del tiempo.

Hacienda Papagayo

Experience the serenity of nature, far from the noise and rush of everyday life. Our country inn, located just 45 minutes south of Quito, Ecuador’s capital, in the heart of the Andean countryside, offers all the luxury amenities you need for a relaxing getaway.

Hacienda El Porvenir

Nestled on the slopes of the majestic Rumiñahui Volcano, is the perfect destination for travelers seeking adventure and a deep connection with nature. Just 1.5 hours from Quito and only a short distance from Cotopaxi National Park, this charming hacienda offers a unique experience to explore the awe-inspiring Cotopaxi Volcano and discover the authentic Andean way of life.

Polylepis Lodge

a luxury lodge featuring panoramic rooms with direct views of nature. Each room has a private jacuzzi for an unforgettable experience, a restaurant, a spa (box baths, sauna, Turkish bath, polar pool, panoramic jacuzzi with hydromassage), and a special relaxation space with a large fireplace and coffee service. Spectacular tours will allow visitors to delve into this wonderful ecosystem where they will visit waterfalls, lagoons, rivers, and endemic flora and fauna. The highest swing in Ecuador, healing and purification rituals, mystical legends, and a number of other activities will ensure a dream stay.

Las Cuevas Terra Lodge

Las Cuevas Terra Lodge

Ofrecemos una experiencia diferente e inolvidable, cálida, con todas las comodidades. Descubre la vida bajo tierra, dentro de una cueva llena de historia y mito. Buena gastronomía, relajación y muchas actividades te esperan en un entorno andino de ensueño a la antigua usanza, rodeado de naturaleza, como en un túnel del tiempo.

Requisitos de ingreso

 

The following information is provided by the Ministries of the Interior and Human Relations for citizens who wish to visit and get to know Ecuador.

Therefore, Responsible travel as a tour operator considers the following guidelines in order to generate a satisfactory experience on your trip through Ecuador. Nevertheless, please note that any requirement can change without prior notice, and it is the responsibility of each traveler to make sure to comply with the current requirements when entering the country.

Visa

The duration to visit the country is 90 days a year; if you are going to extend your visit, it is recommended to pay an extension.

List of countries that need a visa to enter Ecuador:

AfghanistanGuinea BissauRepublic of the Congo
AlbaniaHaitiDemocratic People’s Republic of Korea
Angola KenyaSenegal
BangladeshKyrgyzstanSierra Leone
CameroonIndiaSyria
ChadIraqSri Lanka
Ivory CoastIranSomalia
CubaLibyaSudan
EgyptMaliSouth Sudan
EritreaMauritaniaTajikistan
EthiopiaMyanmarUzbekistan
PhilippinesNigeriaVenezuela
GambiaPakistanVietnam
GhanaNepalYemen
GuineaDemocratic Republic of the Congo 

Applying for a visa

In case of applying for a visa and being able to enter the country. Please contact the following emails: consejeria@cancilleria.gob.ec and citasvisas@cancilleriga.gob.ec.

For more information, there are links to Ecuadorian embassies as well as foreign embassies within the country.

In the case of entering the country by land or river

The Government, through its Ministries, provides that foreign citizens who enter the country through the land or river borders of Colombia and Peru may present their apostilled certificate indicating that they do not have a criminal record; this certificate must have been issued in their country of origin or residence in the last five years.  or in turn request the review of the corresponding information through the Ecuadorian Migration System (SIMIEC).

The following individuals are exempt from filing

  • Holders of a valid Ecuadorean visa
  • Holders of diplomatic passports
  • Children and adolescents under 18
  • Victims of human trafficking.

COVID-19 rules

There is not a COVID certificate needed at the moment, but if you experience symptoms prior to your trip, you can complete a health application and bring it to the airport.

Conditions for passport validity

The passport must be valid for at least half a year. Access is restricted without a valid or reported lost document

 Galapagos Islands

People could visit until 60 days. For enter, you need to present:

Foreign Exchange

When you leave the country, you must declare the foreign exchange if you exceed the aggregate of $1,380.

Personal ID

As a regular law, you must carry your identification. Always keep a copy of your passport, with the pages containing your photo and Ecuadorian entrance stamp.


 

Requisitos de salida

 

Departure of Foreign Citizens

  1. Valid passport
  2. Ticket Flight

Departure of national and foreign minors

Ecuadorian children and adolescents and resident foreigners may leave the national territory under the following conditions:

  • Accompanied by their parents, legal guardians, or whoever exercises parental authority, or with one of their parents with prior notarial or judicial authorization from those who are not traveling with them.
  • Alone or with third parties with the prior authorization of the parents, guardians, or those who exercise parental authority.
 
 
 
 

lenguage

The native language is Spanish. Some indigenous people speak Spanish, Quechua, and English. The indigenous communities living in the jungle speak their languages and dialects.

At Responsible Travel, we are trained to provide the best experience to the tourist. For this reason, our team of guides is bilingual, as are most of our suppliers (hotels and restaurants).