Ecuador and the Galapagos: Adventures in Nature (Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands : Adventures in Nature)

Like all books in the Adventures in Nature series, this guide advocates low-impact travel and recommends resident tour guides, locally owned accommodations, and independent tour companies. The book covers all of Ecuador, including Quito, Cuenca, Guayaquil, the Upper Amazon Basin (the Oriente), Northern Highlands, Central Highlands to Riobamba, the Southern Pacific Coast, the Central and Northern Coast, and, of course, the Galapagos Islands.Ecuador is a nature lover's paradise, and author Peter Davis Krahenbuhl includes a range of outdoor activities to suit every interest: snorkeling, horseback riding, birding, rafting, biking, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing, and wildlife excursions. He also describes the local plants and animals; offers cultural and historical background information; and includes helpful resources, such as e-mail and Web site addresses.Krahenbuhl, Peter Davis is the author of 'Ecuador and the Galapagos: Adventures in Nature (Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands : Adventures in Nature)' with ISBN 9781562615062 and ISBN 1562615068.