If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to step into a real-life nature documentary… Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands are IT. I just returned from my November 2025 adventure and I’m still not over it — the landscapes, the wildlife, the experiences, and the incredible people I met along the way. This was a 15-day immersive small group trip , and honestly, it was the perfect mix of adrenaline and serenity. We packed in Ecuador’s essential highlights, starting on the mainla