FAQ & General Information
Tourist Visa. Visitors can stay up to 90 days without a visa.
Water. In Quito and other main cities the water is potable, even though we recommend to drink bottled water, especially in the coastal cities. The most common bottled trademarks are Tesalia, Pure Water, Manantial, Dassani and Vivant.
Communications. In Ecuador there are all kinds of communications such as internet cafes, telephone and cell phones.
Vaccines. We suggest talking to your doctor before the trip.
Insurance. Sensations Tour does not include high risk activities, but for your convenience all the passengers have traveler insurance. See more information in Safety.
What to Wear. In Quito and the highlands the weather is very unpredictable, during the dry season (June, July and August) it is sunny but windy; during the rest of the year you would need warmer clothing like those you wear during the fall. We suggest bringing a raincoat, comfortable walking shoes and a jacket.
Allergies. We would appreciate you informing us about any kind of allergies that you may have.
Climate. The average temperature in Quito is between 12 and 18ºC (54 and 64ºF). In the Coast it could be above 35ºC (96ºF) and in the glaciers it could be below 0ºC (32ºF), therefore we recommend a combination of clothes for a variety of weather.
MAX. |
MIN. |
|
Verano / Summer (Jun-Sep) |
30ºC – 86ºF |
8ºC – 47ºF |
Invierno / Winter (Oct-May) |
25ºC – 77ºF |
5ºC – 41ºF |
It is important to mention that Ecuador has only two seasons: summer or dry and winter or rainy.
During the rainy season, mornings and afternoons offer excellent opportunities for outdoor activities as it will typically rain after 4:00pm.
Quito’s Airport. This modern and comfortable airport is located within the city. It is conveniently located 25 to 30 minutes away (by car) from hotels, restaurants, monument of the middle of the world, Old Quito and other attractions.
Taxes and Other Fees. Sensations Tour's covers all payments such as entrance fees, museums and natural reserves. All guests must pay the mandatory airport tax when leaving the country: $40,80.
Quito’s Altitude. Quito is located at 2,850 meters above sea level (9,350 feet), we recommend to talk to your doctor about any altitude medicine.