Trip Highlights

Ecuador STEM: Key Highlights

Step into one of the world’s greatest living laboratories on an unforgettable journey to the Galápagos Islands. This adventure offers hands-on learning in ecology, geology, and conservation.
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Lava Tunnels

Explore fascinating volcanic lava tunnels, discovering how molten rock shaped the islands’ landscapes and unique ecosystems.

Tintoreras Snorkel Excursion

Tintoreras Snorkel Excursion

Snorkel in clear waters around Tintoreras, encountering reef sharks, sea turtles, colorful fish, and playful marine iguanas.

Nations Classroom Ecuador Tour

Charles Darwin Research Station

Explore conservation efforts and meet giant Galápagos tortoises at this world-renowned research and breeding center.

El Chato Reserve

El Chato Reserve

Discover giant Galápagos tortoises in their natural highland habitat, explore volcanic landscapes, and witness unique wildlife up close on this eco-adventure.

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Ecuador STEM: Day-by-Day-Itinerary

Welcome to Ecuador

Welcome to Ecuador

Stop 1: Arrive in Quito, Ecuador

Stop 2: Welcome Briefing

Learn about local customs, foods, and safety.

Stop 3: Guided City Tour of Quito

Explore Quito’s UNESCO-listed historic center with its colonial plazas, ornate churches, and rich blend of Indigenous and Spanish heritage—all set against stunning mountain views.

Stop 4: Overnight in Quito, Ecuador

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Comprehensive Travel Packages, No Surprises

Transparent pricing and inclusive planning mean accommodations, meals, activities, and safety are all taken care of.

Included:

  • Transportation
  • Lodging
  • Meals
  • Tour Guide
  • Insurance
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My 15th phenomenal trip with an amazing company and even better people.

Public Middle School Teacher from California / Historic East Coast Tour

This tour for a group of rowdy 8th graders to Washington D.C. was run like a well oiled machine. We saw way more than I expected!

Parent from Kentucky / Washington, DC Tour
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This tour for a group of rowdy 8th graders to Washington D.C. was run like a well oiled machine. We saw way more than I expected and meal times and stops all were fun and without complications.

Parent from Kentucky / Washington, DC Tour
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This was our first year with Nations’. We could not be more pleased or impressed.

Public Middle School Teacher from Illinois / Washington, DC Tour
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We absolutely love working with everyone at Nations. You guys truly are the best.

Independent School Director of Travel Program from Georgia / International Tours
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Our Tour Guides were truly amazing! They really made the trip come to life and handled all the details.

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FAQS FOR TEACHERS AND PARENTS

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Clear answers, helpful guidance, and the support you need — whether you’re leading a trip or preparing your child for travel with NationsClassroom.
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We recommend starting a minimum of 9–12 months in advance for domestic travel and 12-18 months in advance for international travel to secure your preferred dates, hotels, and guides. However, our team can customize itineraries on a faster timeline when needed.

Absolutely. Every trip we design is built around your educational goals.

You book the Parent Night and Help with the Rooming List – we do the rest.

Safety is our top priority. We work only with certified motorcoach companies and name brand hotels in safe areas, our guides tour support have are all background-checked, we have private security on each floor of each hotel at night and our Tour Central is constantly proactively monitoring traffic, weather and world events.

We’re committed to transparent, reasonable pricing with no hidden fees. Parents can pay securely online with our EZPAY program and choose from flexible payment plans or fundraising support options to make travel simple and accessible for every family.

Pre-tour, we provide detailed information on a custom web page, lead parent nights and provide real-time updates via email. On tour – you can always reach a US based human 247 and we proactively communicate with parents via email and phone as needed.