Best time to be there
June to September is the best time to enjoy the Andes whilst the Galapagos are best from April to August - not too warm and plenty of animals in their breeding seasons.
Fly to
Quito - LAN Airlines, daily via Madrid
flying time
13 hours
time difference
GMT -5 hours
Visas
Not required for UK passport holders
Health Requirements
Yellow fever certificate required if arriving from an infected area
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Otavalo is one of Ecuador's most popular destinations and celebrated for retaining the area's traditional heritage and culture. Saturday is market day and Otavalenos can be seen selling their wares and produce. The province is also well-known for its handicraft studios that specialise in leather work, woodcarvings and weaving. Even non-shoppers can enjoy the area and relax amongst beautiful scenery. Hiking, horse riding and biking can easily be arranged from your traditional Hacienda. Providing an insight into Ecuador's colourful past, these restored 'farmhouses' combine history with traditional décor and furnishings and create a unique atmosphere to capture the imagination.
Suggested Otavalo Accommodation
Hacienda Cusin
Hacienda Cusin was founded in 1602 and remains as one of the oldest haciendas in Ecuador. For the ultimate in service, contact Abercrombie & Kent.
Hacienda Zuleta
Hacienda Zuleta is located in the Andean cloud forest about two and a half hours northeast of Quito. For the ultimate in service, contact Abercrombie & Kent.
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