Ecuador is home to stunning waterfalls, jungle land, and idyllic nature trails — and it's fast becoming the most popular backpacking destination on Earth.

QUITO, Ecuador — For five hours, we’d hiked through rain, mud, eucalyptus forests and corn and fava bean fields in the hilly Andean highlands a few hours north of Quito. Here, nearly 10… ...

Here at 11,500 feet, along the world’s longest mountain range, is the quieter, more unpredictable side of the famed trail that most travelers will never see.

QUITO, Ecuador — For five hours, we’d hiked through rain, mud, eucalyptus forests and corn and fava bean fields in the hilly Andean highlands a few hours north of Quito. Here, nearly 10,000 ...

At 82 and 73, my husband and I just hiked the 22-mile Quilotoa Loop. It was challenging but reminded me I'm still capable.

Experience the natural beauty of Cotopaxi National Park! From hiking volcano trails to relaxing at the cozy Secret Garden ...