Created thousands of years ago by Eskimos in the northern Arctic regions, the kayaks and the sport of kayaking developed into an Olympic sport and the tool of adventure that anyone can use and learn. And what a better way to do it, than here in Ecuador, where exotic rivers run wild!
But not all of us are experienced enough to truly enjoy the potential that kayaking has, as it requires much more skill than it might seem. And for many of us, without experience comes doubt, and with doubt comes fear.

But worry not, as our list of adventure tours in Ecuador doesn’t end here. In contrary, we present a beautiful opportunity to not only have an adventurous tour but an educative one as well. All in the diverse and unique rivers of Ecuador with Kayak Ecuador and their extensive Kayaking School!
First, and one of the most important things to mention once again is that Kayak Ecuador only hires certified instructors. That alone gives a peace of mind, not to mention alongside other perks like included food, accommodation, certificate of course completion and many others. Meanwhile, let’s tackle the best options that this learning tour offers.

2-Day Kayak School – Perfect for those who want to grab the basics and foundation of Kayaking in a short amount of time. Not only you will get to practice various techniques and get comfortable with water, but have fun and guided descent down the river on both days!

4-Day Kayak School – Striving to be confident and skillful on those white waters and go beyond basics? The experienced and certified instructors will also train important rescue techniques, as well as four descents on each day down the ancient rivers that will sharpen your growing skills strongly.

7-Day Deluxe Kayak School – This all-inclusive week gives everything you can imagine from a kayaking course. From learning how to mentally approach the sport and difficulties that come with it, to endless hours of fun practice, as well as visiting best restaurants and getting some local experience! This is the ultimate school of kayaking and adventure tours in Ecuador combination, and after, you will definitely be ready to dominate most of the rapids out there using your own skill, confidence, and technique.

Being a part of Ecuador’s national system of protected areas, the El Pelado Marine Reserve and the Pelado Island is full of possibilities and undiscovered mysteries. And this presents a truly intriguing diving experience in Ecuador, with operators organizing Diving sessions and adventure tours around Islote Pelado.
Even though marine biodiversity has been poorly studied compared to other locations on Earth, yet it is known enough to say that the place is really rich in diversity and is teeming with life and colorful flora all over the underwater world. While the Pelado Islet itself is a nesting site for various seabirds, what’s beneath deep blue waters around it is what creates that range of diversity.By choosing to dive here, you will have a chance to discover many species of marine life. Between colorful reef patches and outstanding rocky formations is where life happens. From lobsters and octopuses to parrotfish, turtles, angelfish and many much more!
Add a variety of diving specialties like a sunken ship, fish recognition and beyond, with many diving sites all with their own secrets to unveil and you have a very special place to be in Ecuador!