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What you can do

rainforest conservation We offer suggestions on how to be a responsible traveller, and ways to improve independent travellers' knowledge of the villages and regions they visit: considering tradition, culture, language, economy, history and current issues.

We have created two lists to help you become a responsible traveller. Put them into practise and you will see responsible travel is a fun way of travelling and a great way to help Ecuador.

Moving Ecuador Travel Guide

Moving Ecuador has developed the Moving Ecuador Travel Guide, filled with responsible travel destinations in Ecuador. These destinations are mainly community-based and easy to reach. Because not many people visit them, it is a great way to get to know the real Ecuador.

Volunteering in Ecuador

If you'd rather get your hands dirty and contribute directly to the development of Ecuador, have a look at our volunteering database. With over a hundred unique volunteering opportunities posted by non-profit organisations in Ecuador, it is the largest volunteering database in Ecuador.

Responsible Tourism Destinations

  • Quilotoa
    Quilotoa
    Province: Cotopaxi
    Description: The petite town of Quilotoa at first look appears barren with small clusters of hostels operated by ambitious Ecuadorians, but as one mounts the trail just beyond the avenue of hostels a spectacular expansive emerald lake obliterates any doubts of the quaint village’s beauty. Patches of anamorphic shapes glide across the water, originating from the bulbous billowy clouds a ...
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  • Misahualli
    Misahualli
    Province: Napo
    Description: Misahualli is a fun place to visit in the middle of the rainforest. It has a great location, not too far away from Tena and easy to reach from Quito. Don't expect any primary rainforest when you set out for a trip to this little village. Deforestation due to illegal logging and agricultural activities in the area have made this impossible. However, there is still a l ...
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