Bromeliad in cloud forest

Horseback trek with Gavin

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August 7th 2006
On Thursday we went to town to find a good guide to take us on a 2-day horseback trek. We had read wonderful reviews of a New Zealander named Gavin, and another couple staying in our hostel had gone with him and loved it. He charges $70 per person for 2 days, which includes all meals etc., and we managed to convince our new friends Lew and Anita to come with us. Seeing Gavin´s office in town ... read more

South America » Ecuador » South » Vilcabamba

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The "Republic of the Equator" was one of three countries that emerged from the collapse of Gran Colombia in 1830 (the others are Colombia and Venezuela). Between 1904 and 1942, Ecuador lost territories in a series of conflicts with its neighbors. A b... ... read more