Archive for January, 2011

ARASHA RESORT & SPA

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 0 Comment
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Arasha is much more than the exotic fruit of this fragile region and more than Ecuador´s 8 times award winning and internationally acclaimed tropical resort and spa. It offers multiple rich experiences and activities, impeccable personalized service, exquisite cuisine and the finest tropical comfort. Enjoy a stress relieving massage, an educational eco-tour in the area  [ Read More ]

BELLAVISTA CLOUD FOREST RESERVE

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 0 Comment
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Bellavista offers comfort, tasty and varied cuisine, fine wines, combined with original and comfortable accommodation. The Colombo – British owners and everyone else who works here  believe in genuinely friendly, personal service and strive to open the doors for your own special  experience. The Smart Voyager Certified Eco-Lodge is amidst a 700 hectare private reserve  [ Read More ]

SEPTIMO PARAISO LODGE

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 0 Comment
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Septimo Paraiso Cloud Forest Reserve is a private protected area, created in 2001, with the aim of saving and preserving the forest and the diverse ecosystems that are contained within it. It is managed by the Green Mindo Foundation, which is in charge of the conservation and the study of its 420 hectares of pre-montane and montane  [ Read More ]

MARIPOSAS DE MINDO

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 0 Comment
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Mariposas de Mindo is an eco-tourism lodge dedicated to the conservation and investigation of live butterflies in the sub-tropical cloud forest of the Mindo Nambillo Reserve.  It is a family run business, and through the years, each member has found his area of interest.   Our goal for excellence and our continued passion for nature, has  [ Read More ]

SACHATAMIA RAINFOREST RESERVE

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 0 Comment
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This private reserve holds 120 hectares of primary and reforested cloud forest in the Mindo-Nambillo Eco-corridor, which is world recognized for its immense biodiversity and has attained the first place in the annual count of bird species on a global level. One of the main attractions are the hundreds of bird species that inhabit the  [ Read More ]

COPALINGA LODGE

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 4 - 2011 2 Comments
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A new alternative place to stay in Southern Ecuador for birders and nature lovers, located at 3 kms from Podocarpus National Park (Bombuscaro entrance) COPALINGA lodge is located at an altitude of 900 m.a.s.l. (approx. 3000 feet) The area is free of tropical diseases, such as malaria. The rooms are provided with screens, although there  [ Read More ]

KUSHIWAIRA COMMUNITY TOURISM

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 6 - 2011 0 Comment
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LOCATION The Kushiwaira Community Tourism project (wind of luck, in the Cañari language) includes the communities Chilcatotora and Parcoloma. The community of Chilcatotora belongs to the Tarqui sector, and is located in the Cuenca County approximately 17 kilometers from the city of Cuenca. The climate is cold, with an average temperature of 12 degrees Celsius.  [ Read More ]

M/V SANTA CRUZ

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 6 - 2011 0 Comment
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M/V Santa Cruz and the comfort it affords gives you a most rewarding chance to explore unique environs at the pace of your choice, supported by knowledgeable guidance and enjoyable company.  The natural wonders of Galapagos within your reach in a most delightful way. M/V Santa Cruz, an opportunity to observe, experience, explore, learn all  [ Read More ]

Categories: cruises, first, Galapagos

M/C GALAPAGOS JOURNEY I

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 6 - 2011 0 Comment
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M/C Galapagos Journey I luxury class catamaran The M/C Galapagos Journey I is a Power Catamaran boat built in Guayaquil, Ecuador in 2006 taking into account the highest standards of luxury and comfort. She offers comfortable accommodations in 6 twin bed cabins (14 m2 / 151 square feet, each) located in the main deck and  [ Read More ]

Categories: cruises, first, Galapagos

QUEEN BEATRIZ CATAMARAN

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 6 - 2011 0 Comment
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Cruise the Galapagos in style aboard the Queen Beatriz M/C, our brand new luxury catamaran. Special amenities include a hydro-massage 4-person jacuzzi plus spacious outside decks for relaxing, a large dining area and both indoor and outdoor bar areas. This upscale superior vessel has 3 distinct cabin types to choose from: 4 Deluxe cabins with  [ Read More ]

XAVIER III M/Y

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 6 - 2011 0 Comment
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The Xavier III g4 is a comfortable air-conditioned 72-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 16 passengers with 8 double occupancy cabins with either a window or a porthole, air conditioning and private bath. Our clean and comfy yacht is a Comfort Class boat, staffed with an exceptional crew, including a certified naturalist guide. The 2-level  [ Read More ]

Categories: cruises, Galapagos, tourist

GALAPAGOS HOMESTAY IN SAN CRISTOBAL

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 7 - 2011 0 Comment
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This is an original and magnificent way to enjoy the highlights of the Galapagos Islands while sharing the daily life of the “Colonos” on a tourist class accommodation. A great opportunity to practice your knowledge of Spanish -basic as it might be- and have a unique cultural and natural experience at the same time. All  [ Read More ]

CRUZ DEL SUR M/Y

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 7 - 2011 0 Comment
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The Cruz del Sur g2, is our second Standard Class yacht, is a modern, air-conditioned 75-foot motor vessel with a capacity of 16 passengers. Spacious cabins feature a window or a porthole, upper and lower berths, and private bathroom facilities. Recently refurbished, it offers a clean and casual setting with all the necessary comforts. Staffed  [ Read More ]

Categories: cruises, Galapagos, tourist

PELIKANO M/Y

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 7 - 2011 0 Comment
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The Pelikano g1 is a comfortable air-conditioned 72-foot motor yacht built to accommodate 16 passengers with 8 double occupancy, ocean view cabins with air conditioning and private bath. We’ve been running tours on this ship for many, many years with rave reviews. Staffed with an exceptional crew and certified naturalist guide, your home away from  [ Read More ]

Categories: cruises, economy, Galapagos

AIDA MARIA

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 10 - 2011 0 Comment
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The sixteen passengers Aida Maria offers a great combination of comfort, style and economy for tours in the Galapagos. Each of the eight double cabins has a private bath and hot shower, air conditioning and an ample external deck to enjoy sunny Galapagos days. Started operating in the Galapagos in 1997, offering cruises around the  [ Read More ]

EDEN

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 10 - 2011 0 Comment
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For those who prefer a more luxurious environment, Eden’s elegant interior refined details are sure to please. Her 8 double cabins, all with private bathrooms and hot water, are complemented by a library, T.V. with VHS video, restaurant/bar and sundeck. Book now ITINERARY DAY VISIT SITES SUN Baltra / Bachas MON North Seymour / Santa  [ Read More ]

DAPHNE

Posted by Southland Touring On January - 10 - 2011 0 Comment
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Built in 1997 and remodelled in 2004, the Daphne features a restaurant and bar, a small library, TV/VCR room, solarium, spacious sundeck, and full air-conditioning. In addition to the seven standard twin rooms, there is now a deluxe queen suite with a personal TV. All rooms feature private bathrooms with hot and cold water, and  [ Read More ]

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Highlights of the month

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CUENCA FULL DAY CITY TOUR

  Cuenca is waiting for us to discover. We start the day strolling through the cobbled ...

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HACIENDA FARMING FULL DAY

  Only few minutes away from the city there are several cattle farms in which the ...

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GUALACEO & CHORDELEG with kids

  In the morning enjoy the so called “garden of Azuay”, for its rich and luscious ...

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CUENCA HALF DAY CITY TOUR

Have a guided visit through the highlights of the historical area of this beautiful World ...

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INGAPIRCA ARCHAEOLOGICAL COMPL

  In the heart of the southern Andes we have the Archaeological Complex of Ingapirca, the ...

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