Is Ecuador close to the ocean?

Ecuador is located on the west by the Pacific Ocean, and has 2,237 km of coastline. It has 2237 km of land boundaries, with Colombia in the north (708 km border) and Peru in the east and south (1,529 km border). 283,561 km2 (109,484 sq mi) is land and 6,720 km2 (2,595 sq mi) water.

What ocean is Ecuador next to?

the Pacific Ocean
Ecuador straddles part of the Andes Mountains and occupies part of the Amazon basin. Situated on the Equator, from which its name derives, it borders Colombia to the north, Peru to the east and the south, and the Pacific Ocean to the west.

How far away is Ecuador from the Galapagos Islands?

600 miles
The Galapagos Islands are located 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, right on the equator in the Pacific Ocean.

Is Quito on the coast of Ecuador?

Quito is the capital of Ecuador. It is an incredible destination to visit, full of history and natural wonders very close to the city, but it has no beaches. The closest beaches to Quito are on the Pacific coast. The nearest beach is Atacames, Esmeraldas.

Does Ecuador have pretty beaches?

Arguably one of the most beautiful beaches in Ecuador, Los Frailes Beach (Playa Los Frailes) is off the beaten path, but well worth the journey to get here. This crescent-shaped shore surrounded by cliffs is an easy day trip from Puerto Lopez.

How long is the boat ride from Ecuador to Galapagos?

3 days
By sea it takes 3 days to reach the Galapagos Islands from Ecuador. Boats depart from Guayaquil to the Galapagos. Most often these are cargo ships with basic accommodations not matching the luxury cruises in the archipelago.

How do you get to Galapagos from UK?

There is a good range of international flights to Ecuador although there are no direct flights from the UK. The most popular airlines are KLM via Amsterdam and Iberia or LAN via Madrid. The total flying time is about 14 hours and the flights have a route that takes in both Quito and Guayaquil.

Do you get altitude sickness in Quito?

Situated high in the Andes, with an average altitude of over 8000ft (2500m), Quito is the second highest capital city in the world, causing some visitors to experience symptoms of altitude sickness, such as nausea, loss of breath, headaches and tiredness.