Gilchrist - Ecuador

Situated opposite the Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Ecuador, Wyndham Quito Airport is an ideal base for exploring local museums and breathtaking sites. The property's rooms and suites feature amenities such as air conditioning, TVs with satellite channels, hairdryers, free Wi-Fi, safes, minibars and telephones. Guests are provided with an inclusive breakfast in the morning. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre.

Nestled in the heart of the Amazon rainforest, just outside the boundaries of the Yasuní National Park and within the pristine Yasuní Biosphere Reserve. Our lodge provides an authentic Amazon rainforest experience blending premium comfort and dedicated hospitality

The construction of our accommodations is thoughtfully designed in accordance with the environment, ensuring minimal impact on this privileged location.

At La Selva Eco-Lodge & Retreat, you'll experience real disconnection and reconnection with the deep Amazon rainforest. With a focus on premium hospitality, wildlife encounters, deep Amazon rainforest tours, and providing a mind, body, and soul retreat in extraordinary surroundings La Selva Eco-Lodge and Retreat is really a travelers paradise.

During your stay, go on excursion like canoe rides, exploration of trails, visits to our Pilche community, climbing our observation tower, and star gazing via canoe ride. Our English-speaking naturalist guides and native guides, experts in birdwatching and wildlife, will accompany you on these extraordinary activities.

In addition to our exceptional outdoor experiences, La Selva Eco-Lodge and Retreat also boasts a unique spa where specialized treatments will enhance your sense of relaxation and connection with the wonders of the forest. For those seeking inner balance, intimate yoga sessions overlooking the tranquil lagoon are an option.

The Casa Gangotena mansion is steeped in its own rich history, too. Once the home of several Republican-era presidents, the residence was eventually claimed by the prominent Gangotena family. The Gangotena’s took it upon themselves to renovate it lavishly and embellish it with even more intricate history, such that it would eventually become a part of the capital’s—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—cultural heritage inventory!

Casa Gangotena is the only Relais & Châteaux property in Quito and holds the title of being a “Leading Boutique Hotel” by the World Travel Awards.

MV Origin is a luxury expedition yacht operated by Ecoventura, sailing through Ecuador’s Galápagos Islands. The vessel departs from San Cristóbal and visits diverse sites such as Floreana, Santa Cruz, and Punta Cormorant, offering access to volcanic landscapes, marine reserves, and endemic wildlife. Each stateroom features panoramic windows, Wi-Fi, and flat-screen TVs. Dining includes indoor and al fresco options, with locally sourced ingredients and a generous open bar. Leisure facilities include a sundeck, jacuzzi, and a fitness centre.

San Cristóbal is the easternmost island in the Galapagos archipelago as well as the most populated. Famous for its natural attractions, the island also boasts some wonderful shopping and dining opportunities as well as a local airport. Take a break from snorkeling and hiking to enjoy the best Ecuadorian cuisine, or admire some of the exquisite artwork and designs at local galleries and markets. Must-see attractions include the Galapaguera Tortoise Reserve; the Interpretation Center (which provides important background information on the Galapagos); and Puerto Grande, a protected cove on the north-western side of the island boasting a magnificent white sandy beach - ideal for a peaceful walk, swim or photography sesssion.

San Cristóbal is the easternmost island in the Galapagos archipelago as well as the most populated. Famous for its natural attractions, the island also boasts some wonderful shopping and dining opportunities as well as a local airport. Take a break from snorkeling and hiking to enjoy the best Ecuadorian cuisine, or admire some of the exquisite artwork and designs at local galleries and markets. Must-see attractions include the Galapaguera Tortoise Reserve; the Interpretation Center (which provides important background information on the Galapagos); and Puerto Grande, a protected cove on the north-western side of the island boasting a magnificent white sandy beach - ideal for a peaceful walk, swim or photography sesssion.

Perched at the southern edge of the Galápagos archipelago, Española Island, Ecuador, exudes a raw, untamed beauty. Its windswept cliffs, golden beaches, and rugged lava formations create a dramatic backdrop where wildlife reigns supreme. Visitors are captivated by the island’s most famous residents: seasonally, thousands of waved albatrosses perform intricate courtship dances, playful sea lions basking on sun-warmed rocks, and vibrant marine iguanas dotting the shores. Snorkelling in crystalline waters reveals a kaleidoscope of tropical fish, while the rhythmic crash of waves against cliffs underscores the island’s isolation. Accessible only via guided tours, Española offers a tranquil yet exhilarating encounter with nature, rewarding travellers with rare glimpses of one of the world’s most pristine and extraordinary ecosystems.

Floreana Island is located in the far southern portion of the Galapagos archipelago. As the first of the islands to support permanent human habitation, Floreana boasts a rich heritage complete with tales of buccaneers, pirates, whalers, convicts, and colonists. Visitors are invited to follow in the footsteps of whalers in the 1700s and drop a postcard into the famous "post office" barrel. At the island's northern tip is Punta Cormorant, with its two beaches, one of which forms a nesting site for Galapagos green turtles and is aptly named "Flour Beach" for its soft, powder-white sand. Between these two beaches lies a salt lagoon frequented by long-legged greater flamingoes and other shorebirds. Floreana's unique human history, fascinating geology, remarkable wildlife, and the little village of Puerto Velasco Ibarra, offering excellent lodging and food, make an ideal base for visitors looking to explore these unforgettable islands.

The island of Santa Cruz is home to Puerto Ayora, the largest and most developed town in the Galapagos. Although many travellers use it as a springboard to explore the more remote surrounding islands, those who venture deeper will find that Santa Cruz has much to offer in its own right. With numerous visitor sites, easily accessible beaches, and remote highlands at its heart, the island serves as an excellent base for adventure. Its most renowned attraction, the Charles Darwin Station, features an impressive turtle breeding programme and fascinating displays on the conservation of the Galapagos’ unique biosphere. Visitors can also swim or snorkel at the island’s magnificent beaches, where white sand and turquoise waters are alive with pelicans, blue-footed boobies, and marine iguanas.

As one of the world’s foremost destinations for wildlife-viewing, this volcanic islet in the Galápagos Islands group makes an ideal stomping ground for avid nature enthusiasts. Charles Darwin was famously inspired to write his seminal work, ‘The Origin of Species’, after witnessing the veritable treasure trove of natural wonders exhibited on this extraordinary archipelago. Darwin was so intrigued by the unique landscapes, colourful rock formations and exotic wildlife of these islands that he named one of its most unusual islets after his close friend and fellow naturist, Sir Bartholomew James Sulivan. Today, Bartholomew Island is no less fascinating that is was in 1835 when Darwin first arrived. Visitors typically swim and snorkel around the iconic Pinnacle Rock where they are treated to an impressive natural world of penguins, marine turtles, white-tipped reef sharks, and other marine creatures, many of which are found nowhere else on earth.

Despite its small size, North Seymour Island, in the Galapagos archipelago, is undoubtedly worth a visit for its astonishing abundance of wildlife. Visitors to the island are typically treated to the sight of sea lions riding waves all the way into shore, marine iguanas basking in the sun, and flocks of pelicans and swallow-tailed gulls feeding just off the coast. The island is also renowned as a natural haven for one of the most sought-after residents in the Galapagos Islands, the Blue-Footed Boobie. During mating season, the island is an ideal place to witness the intriguing mating rituals for which these birds are famous. With its extraordinary profusion of wildlife and close proximity to Santa Cruz, North Seymour Island makes an ideal destination for an adventurous day tour.

Situated opposite the Mariscal Sucre International Airport in Ecuador, Wyndham Quito Airport is an ideal base for exploring local museums and breathtaking sites. The property's rooms and suites feature amenities such as air conditioning, TVs with satellite channels, hairdryers, free Wi-Fi, safes, minibars and telephones. Guests are provided with an inclusive breakfast in the morning. Leisure facilities include an indoor pool, a spa and a fitness centre.