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Volunteering at the Wildlife Rescue Center

13 days
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Start and end in Quito
  • Man interacting with a small animal in a forest setting.
  • Woman holding a small animal close to her chest.
  • Man standing near an owl in a natural setting.
  • Woman holding a toucan on her arm.
  • Man observing a sloth hanging from a branch.
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  • Veterinarian examining a small animal.
  • Man training a bird of prey in a forest.
  • A person interacting with a small animal in an outdoor setting.
  • Person in a blue rain poncho working with a wire fence in a forest environment.
  • People handling a snake on a tray outdoors.
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Global Land Tour International
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 20
Ages 18+

Places You’ll See

  • Quito
    Quito
  • San Cristóbal Island
    San Cristóbal Island
  • Santa Cruz Island
    Santa Cruz Island
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Highlights

  • Explore Quito's UNESCO-listed historic center
  • Volunteer at YanaCocha Rescue Center
  • Swim with sea lions at La Lobería Beach
  • Visit giant tortoises at Fausto Llerena Center
  • Walk through the stunning Tortuga Bay

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Quito & City Tour
  2. Days 2 - 8 Quito – Volunteer Program at Yana Cocha Rescue Center
  3. Day 9 Transfer out Quito – Transfer in San Cristóbal: Playa La Lobería
  4. Day 10 San Cristóbal: El Junco – Galapaguera – Cerro Tijeretas and Playa Mann
  5. Day 11 Ferry to Santa Cruz – Charles Darwin Research Station
  6. Day 12 Santa Cruz Island: Tortuga Bay – Twin Craters – Highlands
  7. Day 13 Transfer Out – Flight to Quito or Guayaquil – Return to Home Country
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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

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Number of tours

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12 to 90 years old

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    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Ecuador. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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