We had a brilliant 4-day stay at caiman ecolodge and we booked everything through Carpedm which was really easy to do. Dorian and Paul were really responsive to my emails and answered all my questions, thank you! We also booked the bus from Quito to Lago Agrio with Carpedm as well and would definitely recommend this as it ran really smoothly and we were dropped at the location where the bus taking us to Cuyabeno Bridge was picking us up. Would definitely recommend Caiman Ecolodge as all the guides and staff were brilliant and we saw so much wildlife! Thank you for organising this trip Carpedm!

CarpeDM Adventures came recommended by a family member, and they didn't disappoint! We emailed a rough outline of what we wanted to see and do in Ecuador, and Dorian came back with a few options. From there we narrowed it down to an interesting itinerary. Unfortunately a health incident meant we couldn't travel as planned, but never fear, Dorian managed to salvage parts of the trip, and we were able to rebook when my partner was on the mend. We don't like organised group tours, so CarpeDM perfectly suited our needs, providing private transfers and guides where appropriate. Our travels took us to Quito, Cotopaxi, Quillotoa Loop, Baños, Mindo, the Amazon/Yasuni as well as some day excursions from Quito. Everything was very well organised, great accommodation options and pleasant, knowledgeable local guides and drivers. In-country communication was excellent. If you want to see what Ecuador has on offer, I suggest you contact CarpeDM for a brilliant holiday.

We had the most incredible experience with Alex as our host! From the moment we got on the bus Alex was a great guide! He is knowledgeable about so many things. The weather was not ideal for seeing Cotopaxi, but it ended up being incredible. It snowed on us the whole time. Alex kept a nice slow pace and had us take frequent, short rest stops. On our way down it cleared up a bit and we had some great views. Every stop we made was an added bonus to the trip. The lunch was very good. Feeding the llamas and chickens was fun! I highly recommend booking with them. Request Alex, you will it be disappointed!!

The weather was unpredictable so pack layers and warm gear. Alex, our tour guide, was fabulous! We learned so much!! Would go again!

Alex was an absolutely incredible guide. He was friendly, knowledgeable, accommodating, and helpful. We very much enjoyed our hike up to the refuge of Cotopaxi even in the snow! Would absolutely recommend - be sure to request Alex as your guide!

We had an amazing day. Phillipe our guide was very informative. He made sure we were safe and had a great time. He offered different entery points to activities so everyone felt safe and had fun. It was raining but the clouds cleared several times for a day our family will never forget. Thank you.

I am so glad I took the one day City Tour and Equator Line with Lincoln. He is an ideal guide with flawless English. We visited a volcanic crater where amazingly we saw a fertile bowl with working farms. Then on to the Equator for science and also fun and games Finally we returned to the city to visit basilicas and major city sights. Lincoln brought the city to life with cultural insights and historical perspective. If you only take one tour, take this one

went on a solo trip to quito and did the city-equator line tour. it was fabulous! stunning view points, a jam packed day versed with in depth history of quito. our tour guide alejandro was so fun, knowledgeable, and made our experience comfortable immersive and catered to our wants/needs. highly recommend!

I had a wonderful city tour of Quito with Alejandro as our lovely guide. We went to so many places in just one day and all had a great time. Our driver was very skilled and manoeuvred the steep and winding roads super well and Alejandro was very knowledgeable and had great energy. Would recommend this tour.

Such a memorable trip. Felipe was a terrific guide. The view was incredible. We had a blast on the climb. We had a lot of fun on the bike ride.

Fun trip! Stop for breakfast and got some coca tea and candy. It was a very fun but rough ride up the hill and then a hike up to the base camp. Some of us pushed a little further and they were good views and I got to experience elevation. Biking down was fun, especially once the road was smoother. Lunch was included and the bus was very comfy. I really liked it and Alejandra was really fun and knowledgeable. The only downside is the headache that I have the rest of the day from the elevation. I'm not sure how it compares to other tours, but I would do it again. We have a good group!

This is a trip you don’t want to miss. Alejandro, the guide, was very knowledgeable. This one day excursion was safe, exciting and informative. Cotopaxi is a beautiful volcano and this company did a great job making sure that I got to experience the best of hiking up the volcano.

We had the absolute best day exploring Quito and its surroundings with Alejandro as our guide. From start to finish, he made the experience unforgettable—his great sense of humour, depth of knowledge, and professionalism stood out, and as we were lucky enough to be the only 2 people in the group that day, he truly made us feel like we were touring with a friend rather than just a guide. Our first stop was the Basilica del Voto Nacional, where we admired the stunning architecture and unique gargoyles depicting Amazonian and Galapagos animals—such a cool detail! We then visited the Virgen del Panecillo, where we enjoyed panoramic views of the city. For just $1 USD, we climbed up inside the monument for even better vistas. Next, we headed to Pululahua, where we got lucky—the clouds parted just in time for us to see a breathtaking view of the volcanic crater. We hiked a little way down to get an even better perspective, though the altitude made it tricky to go too far (the climb back up is no joke!). For lunch, we stopped at a charming empanada restaurant. The cheese and pineapple empanada was delicious, though it’s worth noting there weren’t any vegan options. The final stop was hands-down the highlight—the Equator Museum. It was, without a doubt, the best $5 USD per person we’ve ever spent! We got to walk along the equator line, stand with one foot in each hemisphere, balance an egg, and even see how water funnels differently on each side of the equator (and directly on it!). As if that wasn’t enough, Alejo surprised us with a private tour to learn about Ecuadorian chocolate production. We sampled fresh cacao fruit and even got to buy some chocolate to take home—a perfect ending to an already incredible day. If you’re in Quito, I can’t recommend this tour enough—and Alejo made it all the more special. A must-do experience!

Alejandro was a great tour guide, had great energy and was very informative. The tour was well organised and the lunch was great at the end

What an amazing day tour to Baños with Carpedm Adventures! This tour agency is very serious about their business. Clear communication and well organized program. We had really great time. Thanks Felipe for everything and you made our trip memorable! Much appreciated! Highly recommended!