Ecuador shines once again on the world travelers’ radar. On August 13th, National Geographic Traveller (UK) released its latest editorial gem: the digital adventure guide for 2025, titled “Ecuador: The Spirit of Adventure.” Available for just 0.99 British pounds (approximately $1.26), this publication brings together a feast of images and stories that show how in a small territory, there are a thousand and one experiences for the adventurous soul.
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Far from being a simple tourist catalog, the guide is a virtual passport that invites you to saddle up a horse alongside the chagras at the foot of the Cotopaxi volcano, feel the cold air of the paramos, and let yourself be carried away by the slow trot while the clouds caress the mountain. It also suggests venturing on foot into the Cajas National Park, where the Andean flora displays a range of greens, yellows, and lilacs that seem hand-painted.
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The Ecuadorian coast and the Andean mountains
For sea and wildlife lovers, the island hopping itinerary through the Galapagos Islands is a must-visit. It’s not just about seeing giant tortoises or sea lions, but about experiencing an archipelago that breathes natural history and preserves its mystique intact.
Adventure also travels through roads. North of Quito, the guide suggests a journey through landscapes that change at every turn: mountains, plantations, towns that preserve their traditions, and, as a gem of the route, a fifth-generation hacienda that cultivates export roses, an Ecuadorian pride that conquers international markets.
Ecuadorian food
Gastronomy is another protagonist. Among the pages, the reader will come across community barbecues in indigenous villages, where the aroma of the coals mixes with laughter and the sound of guitars; with contemporary restaurants in Quito that fuse modern techniques with ancestral ingredients; and with creative cocktails in Cuenca, perfect for ending a day of urban exploration.
Ecuador, an attraction
According to the official description of National Geographic Traveller, the goal of this guide is to show how, in a compact territory, there is a wealth that few countries can match: overflowing biodiversity, landscapes that seem from another world, and a cultural heritage that is experienced on every street, every festival, and every table. All designed so that the traveler can have a diverse experience in a single journey.
The material includes colorful chronicles, photographs that inspire packing suitcases, and practical information that turns inspiration into action. It is not a cold and technical guide, but a lively narrative that connects emotions with routes, that appeals to both experienced travelers and those dreaming of their first trip to Ecuador.
This international recognition not only reaffirms the country’s tourism value, but also projects its image towards new audiences. In times when travelers seek authentic and sustainable experiences, Ecuador emerges as a destination that has it all without the need for long distances: from glaciers to tropical beaches, from indigenous markets to colonial cities designated as World Heritage Sites.
Thus, “Ecuador: The Spirit of Adventure” is not just a title, but an invitation to live intensely, to discover that true adventure is not always found in the most distant places, but in the ability to be surprised by what we have nearby... even if, in this case, that “nearby” means an entire country waiting to be explored.