Flying to Ecuador from Peru we learnt something new. Even though we filtered out self transfer flights and our booking wasn't marked with it we still had collect our bags, leave arrivals, re-enter departures and check back in. Tricky with only a 2 hour layover. We had 3 flights from Cusco to Guayaquil with a stop in Lima and Quito. This is because we were going from a domestic flight to International and back to domestic. Make sure that if you are flying with multiple stops that you ask at the desk and again on boarding. Seems to be a quirk of South America. Other than that our flights with Latam were seamless.

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WHEN TO VISIT

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December - May | For your Galapagos and beach trips. 

 

June - September | For your hiking trips in the Andes. It's full of life.

 

October - November | For your jungle adventures and should stop soggy feet. Though nothing is really ever dry in the Jungle.

 

June to October | Humpback whale season in places like Puerto Lopez.

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VISA'S

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90 days on arrival, you are only entitled to 90 days within a 12 months period. You can extend your 90 days (only once) online by a further 90 days by paying a fee (normally a third of the monthly minimum wage for Ecuador). If you wish to extend your stay, you must begin the extension process before the first 90 day period expires. For general immigration information you can visit the Ecuadorean Migration website. 

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CURRENCY  

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US Dollar - Current Rate 

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BUDGET

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Equador's a little more pricey that its neighbours. £40 a day will keep you mid range backpacking. The local beer is Pilsner, a grande (1 Litre) will cost you £2.

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