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  • Nicolas

    Nicolas

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    Languages Spoken English
    Travel Agency License Confirmed
    Service area Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia
    Residence Ecuador
    Born in the Andes, I have been an avid fan of South American nature and culture since childhood. South America is a unique region where the grandeur of nature, the diversity of cultures, and the depth of history come together. It is also known as one of the most biodiverse regions in the world. I am fully committed to helping you fully experience the magnificent allure of South America. Let me lead you on an adventure brimming with passion! Please feel free to get in touch.
  • Nobuhito Sasaki

    Nobuhito Sasaki

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    Service area Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, Paraguay, Venezuela, Peru, Bolivia, Panama, Aruba, Cuba, Curaçao, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Belize, Mexico
    Residence Brazil
    At my previous major travel company, I had the opportunity to take care of Japanese expatriates and corporate clients in South America. With the generous cooperation of members of the Nikkei community, I learned about the unique business customs of South America and realized how challenging these countries really are. This insight motivated me to venture out on my own, determined to provide the speed, quality, and meticulous service that Japanese clients expect. Drawing on nearly ten years of experience in the Brazilian travel industry, I continue to study diligently every day with the aim of becoming the only local operator capable of offering clear proposals and explanations about the often perplexing local realities—even in regions that are extremely distant from Japan.

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  • Japanese

    Local travel license

    Nobuhito Sasaki

    Japanese

    Local travel license available

    In my previous role at a major travel company, I assisted Japanese expatriates and companies in South America.
    With the cooperation of many people from the Japanese community, I learned the unique business customs of South America and realized how challenging the country was, which inspired me to start a business that could provide the speed, quality, and meticulous service demanded by Japanese people.
    With over 10 years of experience in the travel industry in Brazil, I aim to be the only local operator capable of clearly proposing and explaining the intricacies of distant destinations from Japan, and I continue to study daily.

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  • Nick, the local coordinator in South America

    Local travel license

    Nicolas

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    Born in the Andes, I have been a huge fan of the nature and culture rooted in South America since childhood. South America is a unique region where the grandeur of nature, cultural diversity, and deep history come together. It is also known as one of the most biodiverse areas in the world.
    I will do my utmost to help our customers fully enjoy the magnificent charm of South America.
    I will take you on a passionate adventure! Please feel free to consult with us.

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  • Japanese

    Local travel license

    Sayaka Katagai

    Japanese

    Local travel license available

    Since childhood, I have been interested in other countries, and during my university days when I started earning money and even after entering society, I would think about where I wanted to go whenever I had free time. (I couldn't easily leave Japan because the money didn't follow, though...) There were times when I would only have a rough plan, clutching just a plane ticket, and set off alone from Narita.
    Currently, I am living in South America, something I never imagined. These days, I think, "You never know what life will bring."
    However, as I began living in Ecuador, I encountered Ecuador's wonderful tourism resources and crafts, and I wanted more people around the world to know about them, hoping it would contribute even a little to the country's development, so I knocked on the door of a local travel company.
    What you think of as 'far away' on the other side of the world might feel much closer once you visit. Let’s leave the everyday behind and share new encounters and experiences together. We’ll be waiting for you on the other side of the world.

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What kind of country is Ecuador?

Ecuador is a country located directly on the equator in the western part of the South American continent.
The capital, Quito, is situated at an altitude of about 2,800 meters, comparable to the 7th to 8th stations of Mount Fuji, and retains colonial architecture from the Spanish colonial era, which is also registered as a World Heritage site. Additionally, the main tourist attraction is the Galapagos Islands, also a World Heritage site. Located about 1,000 km west of the mainland in the Pacific Ocean, you can see rare flora and fauna such as giant tortoises and marine iguanas up close.

Highlights of Ecuador.

  • Sunset over the Amazon

    Amazon Rainforest

    Ecuador

    The Amazon rainforest, boasting the greatest biodiversity on Earth. Within its vast expanse, the most accessible and immersive tropical rainforest experience can be had in Ecuador’s Ama…

  • Malecon 2000

    Ecuador

    If you're visiting Guayaquil, Ecuador’s largest city, you absolutely cannot miss the magnificent Malecón 2000—a grand boardwalk stretching along the Guayas River. It was once considered dangerous…

  • Baños de Agua Santa

    Ecuador

    In central Ecuador, at the border between the Andes and the Amazon, lies Baños de Agua Santa. This small town, nestled at the foot of the active Tungurahua volcano, is…

  • Otavalo Indigenous Market in Ecuador

    Otavalo Market

    Ecuador

    Approximately two hours north of Ecuador's capital Quito, nestled in the embrace of the Andes, lies the quaint town of Otavalo. It has become renowned worldwide for its market of unrivaled scale in South America…

  • Cotopaxi National Park

    Ecuador

    Its perfectly conical form, cloaked in pristine white snow, stands as one of South America's most iconic vistas. Approximately 50 km south of Quito, Ecuador's capital, it proudly towers against the Andean sky…

  • Mitter del Mundo (Equatorial Monument) in Quito, the capital of Ecuador

    Mitad del Mundo

    Ecuador

    Have you heard of a place where you can experience the peculiar sensation of standing in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres at the same time? About 25 km north of Quito, nestled in the Andes…

  • Quito, Ecuador

    Quito’s Old Town

    Ecuador

    At an altitude of 2,850 meters, Quito, Ecuador's capital, is cradled by the highlands of the South American Andes. Its historic center is hailed as 'the best-preserved colonial town in the world'…

  • Ecuador, Galápagos Islands' Galápagos tortoise

    Galapagos Islands

    Ecuador

    Ecuador's gem, the Galápagos Islands. Floating in the Pacific Ocean, these mysterious islands resemble a modern-day 'lost world,' teeming with unique wildlife found nowhere else…

  • Tiwanaku Ruins

    Bolivia

    Located in western Bolivia at an altitude of approximately 3,850 meters in the Andes, the Tiwanaku ruins (Tiwanaku) are an important site that flourished during the pre-Columbian period…

  • Bolivia: Valley of the Moon

    Valley of the Moon

    Bolivia

    Located near La Paz, the administrative capital of Bolivia in South America, the "Valle de la Luna (Moon Valley)" is a globally renowned tourist attraction known for its mystical landscape…

  • Mirrored views of the Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia

    Uyuni Salt Flats

    Bolivia

    Situated at an altitude of approximately 3,700 meters in Bolivia, South America, the Salar de Uyuni is known as the world's largest salt flat…

  • Argentina Colón Theatre

    Colon Theatre

    Argentina

    Located in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, the 'Teatro Colón (Teatro Colón)' is a historic opera house that is highly acclaimed worldwide…

  • Caminito, Argentina

    Caminito

    Argentina

    Situated in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, 'Caminito (Caminito)' is a popular tourist spot in the La Boca district, renowned for its vibrant, colorful facades…

  • Perito Moreno Glacier

    Argentina

    The Perito Moreno Glacier, located in the Patagonia region of southern Argentina, is considered one of the most beautiful glaciers in the world…

  • Iguazu Falls in Brazil - Brazil Plan Page

    Iguazu Falls

    Argentina-Brazil

    Iguazu Falls, spanning the border between Argentina and Brazil in South America, is known as one of the largest waterfalls in the world…

  • Colca Canyon

    Peru

    Colca Canyon, located northeast of Arequipa in southern Peru, is known as one of the deepest canyons in the world. Its depth surpasses that of the Grand Canyon...

  • Tambopata National Reserve

    Peru

    Tambopata National Reserve: Exploring the Hidden Wonders of the Amazon Tambopata, the paradise of the Amazon Nestled in the jungles of the Madre de Dios region in southeastern Peru...

  • Sacsayhuamán

    Peru

    Sacsayhuamán, located about 2 kilometers northwest of Cusco's city center in Peru, is a magnificent fortress of the Inca Empire. Its massive stone constructions...

  • Huacachina

    Peru

    Huacachina, a lush oasis that suddenly appears in the desert of Ica in southern Peru, offers a stunning contrast that resembles a painting. Sand dunes, blue skies, and greenery...

  • Rainbow Mountain

    Peru

    Rainbow Mountain: A Seven-Colored Miracle, a Spectacle of the Andes In the Andes Mountains of Peru, Rainbow Mountain emerges as if a rainbow has descended upon it...

  • Sacred Valley

    Peru

    Sacred Valley: A Hidden Gem Where the Spirit of Inca Civilization Resides Nestled in the Andes Mountains of Peru, the Sacred Valley was a vital hub of the Inca Empire, rich in nature and ancient...

  • Nazca Lines

    Peru

    Nazca Lines: Ancient Mysteries Seen from the Sky Spread across the arid Nazca plains of South America’s Peru, the Nazca Lines are renowned for their massive scale and intricate designs...

  • Machu Picchu

    Peru

    Machu Picchu, the City in the Sky: A Journey to Uncover the Mysteries of the Lost Inca Empire Nestled in the Andes Mountains of South America’s Peru, Machu Picchu captivates with its enigmatic presence...

  • Historic Center of Lima

    Peru

    Historic Center of Lima: A Stroll Through the Remnants of Spanish Colonial Times The historic center of Lima, the capital of Peru, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988...

  • Lake Titicaca

    Peru

    Lake Titicaca: A Journey to Experience Ancient Civilizations and Nature at the Sky Lake Located in the highlands of the Andes in South America, Lake Titicaca is often referred to as the 'Sky Lake' due to its mystical beauty...

Discover the real Ecuador. (Experience report)

Things to consider when traveling to Ecuador.

Climate and Best Seasons
  • January
  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • September
  • October
  • November
  • December

Average temperature and precipitation in Ecuador (Quito)

Average Temperature and Precipitation

Source: Weather Base (http://www.weatherbase.com/)

Cash, cards and currency exchange
・The currency in Ecuador is the US dollar, and coins are a mix of Ecuadorian and American coins, both of which hold the same value.
・Credit cards are widely used. Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are widely accepted. When using a credit card, you may be asked to present identification, so carrying a copy of your passport is convenient.
On the other hand, there are no places to exchange cash, so it is recommended to bring US dollar cash and a credit card.
Tips
・Restaurants and hotels: about 10%
If a 10% service charge is already included, it is sufficient to leave small change as a tip.
・Porter: 50 cents per piece of luggage, $1 as a tip is a good reference
・Private transfers: $2 for the guide, $1 for the driver
・Shared bus transfers: $1 for the guide
・Private tours: $4 for the guide, $1 for the driver
・Shared bus tours: $2 for the guide, $1 for the driver
・Galapagos cruise: $8-10 per day for the guide
・Crew: $8-15 per day (varies depending on the ship)
Public Safety
・Overall, the security situation remains poor. Many crimes occur frequently in urban areas, affecting Japanese people as well.
Long-distance buses are often involved in traffic accidents, and there is a risk of pickpocketing, theft, robbery, and bus hijacking. Additionally, be cautious of crimes not only at night but also in the early morning hours.
Be sure to check the latest information issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Clothing
・To prevent becoming a victim of crime, dress casually rather than flamboyantly.
Things You Should Bring
Stomach medicine, cold medicine, mobile battery, wet wipes, tissues, sun protection items, insect repellent, etc.
Visa availability and arrangements
If you hold Japanese nationality and are entering for tourism or short-term business purposes for a stay of up to 90 days, a visa is not required.
The remaining validity period of your passport is required to be at least six months at the time of entry.
Required vaccinations
There are no mandatory vaccinations required when traveling from Japan,
but it is recommended for adults to get vaccinations for yellow fever, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, tetanus, typhoid, and rabies. Please also ensure that you are up to date with vaccinations for measles, rubella, mumps, and chickenpox.
Additionally, it is recommended that children receive all age-appropriate routine and optional vaccinations in Japan before departure. It is also advisable to get vaccinated for yellow fever, hepatitis A, and typhoid.
 

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