EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL & CULTURAL IMMERSION

ECUADOR

From the Andes to the Galápagos, one of the most biologically diverse countries on Earth. Stand on the equator, snorkel with sea turtles, and get hands-on with conservation, all in one unforgettable trip.

WHAT STUDENTS EXPERIENCE

Learning that lives outside the classroom

Real-life connection

Explore Quito’s UNESCO historic center and Spanish colonial culture firsthand.

Living History

Stand on the equator at the Middle of the World and walk Quito’s colonial landmarks.

Science & Conservation

Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station and volunteer in hands-on conservation.

Marine Life Up Close

Snorkel with sea turtles, rays, sea lions, penguins, and reef sharks.

Hands-On Adventures

Bike to the Wall of Tears, explore lava fields, and swim through Las Grietas.

Wildlife & Nature

Discover flamingo lagoons, volcanic landscapes, and the endemic species of the Galápagos.

WHY ECUADOR

LIVE LIKE
A LOCAL

Ecuador is one of the most biologically diverse countries on Earth, where the Andes meet the Galápagos Islands. Stand on the equator, explore colonial Quito, and get hands-on with conservation among some of the planet’s most extraordinary wildlife.

From the Andes to the Galápagos, unmatched biodiversity
Colonial Quito and the Middle of the World
Hands-on conservation and marine science
Safe, welcoming, and perfect for student groups

WHY LIVE N LEARN

NOT JUST SIGHTSEEING

Live N Learn is a boutique travel provider that pairs attention to detail with real personalized support, a community-centered approach, and a philosophy of authentic immersion, living alongside local communities rather than just sightseeing. It’s that care that earns us the trust of schools across the U.S. year after year.

PLAN YOUR TRIP

PROGRAM OPTIONS

Travel + Conservation Immersion
Service Learning + Science

PROGRAM FOCUS

Science, Nature & Sustainability

Service Learning & Conservation

Spanish & Cultural Immersion

Marine Biology & Environmental Education

PROGRAM DETAILS

Students aged 12 and above

No Spanish knowledge required

One free chaperone per six students

Customizable Itineraries

TRANSPARENT, ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICING

Flights, accommodations, meals, activities, entrance fees, and on-the-ground support, all in one clear price.

No add-ons, no surprises, ever.

SIGNATURE ROUTE

FROM THE ANDES TO THE GALÁPAGOS

Quito & the Middle of the World

Santa Cruz Island (Darwin Station, Tortuga Bay, Las Grietas)

Isabela Island (conservation, the Wall of Tears, snorkeling)

"You should take this trip because, the relationships you make with other people that will last a while, even if you’re not in the same state as them. The relationships with the chaperones are also great. Your host family will be like your second family for a week and you can keep in touch with them and they will feel like family."

– Peter G. | Traveler

"We are very happy with the experience our son had in Spain. He got to visit a wide variety of culturally interesting sites, try some different and delicious food, and spend time with Spanish students his age. He said his Spanish improved as a result as well. He returned home so excited from the trip and it sparked his interest in doing more international travel."

– WENDY A. | Parent

"LNL provided an amazing opportunity to experience French family life and culture."

– Maelynn G. | Traveler

"This trip is a super great experience to learn about other parts of the world. On this trip we got to try many foods and learn about different places. It is also a great opportunity to practice your Spanish in the real world."

– Allison B. | Traveler

"Live N Learn gave my daughter the experience of a lifetime. They handled everything. From tour guides, authentic hotels, food, and places that a tourist wouldn’t know about. She experienced Spain as a Spaniard would! She cannot wait to go back!"

– Chandler K. | Parent

"It was an opportunity to immerse myself in every aspect of another culture, it allowed me to learn about their history and about every small detail about the art and architecture and how it ties into the beliefs of people who stood there hundreds of years ago. This opportunity allowed me to improve my Spanish in a way I never could before. Also the food was amazing and it towers above most of our food."

– Gavan L. | TRAVELER

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