Ecuador is a travel country that Private Islands plans for couples and families, with a focus on seclusion and privacy. As a Swiss travel agency with video consultation, Private Islands also organises long transfers to remote islands. The planner starts the island planning, and on a video call you clarify the details.
Updated: 26 July 2026.
Overview
Sea lions that lie down on the sand beside you, and giant tortoises that block the path: on the Galápagos the relationship between humans and animals is reversed. Ecuador protects the archipelago as a national park, and the rules are strict, which means calm and consideration for everyone. Visitors move in small groups, with licensed guides, and the beach often belongs only to the animals. From June to September the water is cool and nutrient-rich, the air dry and the visibility on land clear.
For couples a stay on Santa Cruz with excursions to neighbouring islands is worthwhile, families enjoy snorkelling trips with sea lions and sea turtles. Good conversations with nature guides are quite possible. Important: Spanish is spoken, tipping is not compulsory, but in restaurants it is a good sign. Cash remains important on the islands because card payment is not possible everywhere.
You settle timing, island combination and journey calmly, best with Private Islands in a video call, before anything is booked.
Regions
Places in the catalogue: Cuenca, Galápagos, Guayaquil, Quito.
Top destinations
These are possible further islands and destinations in Ecuador.
Cuenca, Galápagos, Guayaquil, Quito
Cuenca, Destination
Galápagos, Destination
Guayaquil, Destination
Quito, Destination
Frequently asked questions
What sets Private Islands apart?
Private Islands plans island trips with a focus on seclusion and privacy. We plan Ecuador by video call according to your wishes for calm and accessibility.
Who is an island trip to {name} suited to?
Couples and families who look for calm and privacy and prefer a trip with few changes and plenty of time on the beach and in the water.
Which destinations in Ecuador can be combined with Ecuador?
A second island like Cuenca, Galápagos and Guayaquil combines with Ecuador if the crossing stays short.
Can I adapt the trip?
Yes. We tailor duration, accommodation, travel and pace to your wishes. On a video call, we discuss how secluded you want to travel and which excursions you would like.
How much does a trip to Ecuador cost?
The price depends on the dates, the accommodation and the length of the trip. We do not quote flat prices, but prepare an individual offer after you have filled in the planner.
How does the consultation work?
The consultation takes place by video call. After the planner you receive a reply from us within one working day.
How do I start planning?
You fill in the planner and state dates, budget and wishes. We get back to you by video call within one working day.
Plan your trip
Tell us in the planner how secluded your island should be.
Fill in the planner
reply within one working day by video call
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Gallery
- Galápagos, Destination
- Guayaquil, Destination
- Quito, Destination
- Cuenca, Destination
Updated: 26 July 2026.