Country: Ecuador

Arnaldo Tupiza Giant Tortoise Breeding Center Visit

About 1.2 km from Puerto Villamil, reached on a trail through mangroves, wetlands, lava fields, and dry forest, the Arnaldo Tupiza center keeps several giant tortoise populations from different Isabela volcanoes, including Cerro Azul and Sierra Negra. The facility plays a key role in protecting and restoring the island's tortoise populations, and the walk out is as rewarding as the destination.

Hotel

A serene base in La Carolina, this Andalusian hotel blends traditional charm with modern comfort, perfect for exploring Sierra Morena's trails and nearby olive groves.

Yellow-throated Tanager

Orange-throated Tanager

Gray-hooded Gull

Nocturnal Curassow

Reserva Tapichalaca

Cachalote Explorer

Mirador del Oso Andino