Ecuador Whitewater Kayak Trip Dates
KAYAK ECUADOR 2026-2027 TRIP DATES
9 DAY TRIPS
$2100
NOVEMBER 13 - NOVEMBER 21, 2026
NOVEMBER 20 - NOVEMBER 28, 2026
NOVEMBER 28- DECEMBER 05, 2026
DECEMBER 11 - DECEMBER 19, 2026
DECEMBER 25, 2026 - JANUARY 02 2027
JANAURY 01 - JANUARY 09, 2027
JANUARY 15 - JANUARY 23, 2027
JANUARY 22 - JANUARY 30, 2027
JANUARY 29 - FEBRUARY 06, 2027
FEBRUARY 05 - FEBRUARY 13, 2027
2026-27 TRIP PRICE
TRIP PRICE: $2100
A deposit of $500 will confirm your spot on the trip.
The trip balance is due 45 days before your trip.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Within 45 days of your trip, there will be no refund. Please do not book a trip without trip insurance. If something happens and you cannot come at the last minute, we cannot give a refund as we have made a commitment to our travel partners here in Ecuador.
Please do your research on trip insurance options.
*Cancellation deadlines vary for custom trips.
CUSTOM TRIPS AND DISCOUNTS
Have a group of friends that all want to do a trip together? Looking to arrange a special club trip? Or school group? We are happy to work with your group. The advantage for you is that we will take care of all the organizing before the trip and logistics during the trip so that you can kick back and enjoy your vacation with us!
Trip Discounts:
✔ $50 off – When you refer a friend.
✔ $100 off per person – For a group of 5+.
✔ Free trip for group leaders – Bring 8+ people & your trip is complimentary on top of the group discount!
✔ Custom itineraries – We can work with a mixed group to arrange a custom itinerary.
✔ NonPaddlers are welcome – Nonpaddlers can enjoy rafting, hiking, bird watching, hot springs, and more! You paddle, they recreate, and at the end of the day everyone enjoys time together.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE TRIP PRICE
What a 9-Day All-Inclusive Package Includes:
- A day of cultural immersion in Quito (optional for custom trips)
- Six to seven amazing days kayaking on the beautiful rivers of Ecuador
- Eight nights of Accommodations (from Friday evening when you arrive in Quito through the following Friday evening)
- Trip price is based on rooms set up as double occupancy. We encourage those who prefer singe occupancy to set it up with us in advance. Guaranteed single occupancy for the week is done on at a prorated room cost.
- All meals, from full breakfasts, river lunches and delicious three course dinners prepared by our own in-house chefs. It is easy for us to accommodate vegetarians, vegans and gluten free to a certain extent.
- Private transportation with our trusted partner.
- A full list of whitewater kayaks to choose from, as well as Taters, Shredders and Rafts.
- All river fees, special entrance fees.
- Our Experienced Guides – from both the US and Ecuador, who go out of their way to make sure you have a great trip on and off the river.
- Amazing lodge experiences each night that keep you out of the noise of the city so that you can sleep well, and be waken only by the amazing variety of song birds outside your window, the lull of the river, or the pitter patter of monkeys on your roof.In other words, our trip price includes all lodging, meals, equipment, in-country transportation and trip-related expenses, from the first evening of your trip to the last evening.
- There are no surprise expenses: you stay in quality hotels, are spoiled by the meals, and enjoy more than just kayaking while you are in the country.
With trip dates scheduled for the prime boating season in Ecuador, we strive to make sure that your paddling time is maximized, but in addition, give you the opportunity to see local off-river sites and immersion opportunities in the local culture.
We will run a better value trip than you could do on your own in one action-packed week.
Looking for a custom trip? Pick any week that is currently available, regardless of the trip designation and we will make it yours. There is a six person minimum to block out a custom trip.
SPRING BREAK TRIPS
Custom Whitewater Spring Break Trips
Kayak * Taters * Shredders * Rafts
Call us to set up your special itinerary
Custom Trip Packages Available Any Week!
If you have a group of 6-8 that wants to enjoy Ecuador together,
you may select any of the published trip dates available for a custom trip.
Custom trips can include paddling and non-paddling options for split groups.
Any week is available for a custom trip, regardless of the published class of water or skill set.
We can combine kayakers, shredders and Tater Riders all in one group!
Have a mixed group with mostly non-kayakers? The EcoAdventure Trip is for you!
Call us to discuss your adventure!
What Sets Us Apart for Whitewater Trips
- We have the been guiding trips internationally since 1990, from Costa Rica to Chile to Ecuador.
- Our team includes a combination of dedicated instructors from NC and respected Ecuadorian whitewater guides who meet all certifications set by the Ministerio of Tourism.
- Your trip will be supported by our awesome guides. The guides are there to give you as much support as you want, eliminate unnecessary scouts, heads up for awesome play spots, and suggest the best after-river empanada/beveridge stops.
- All trip transportation is provided by our Ecuadorian partner. It is a private bus certified for tourism and is the most comfortable shuttle vehicle here in Ecuador.
- Our commitment to the community is vast. To start with, we built the RioQuijos EcoLodge in the Quijos Valley – an area that had little-to-no tourism prior to the arrival of kayakers.
- Giving back. We have purchased 500+ additional acres of first growth forest and placed it in a trust. We also support the river conservation efforts of Ecuadorian Rivers Institute.
- We work with the Birdwatchers Club of the Quijos Valley in a reforestation project that has planted over 10,000 trees in the Quijos Valley – almost 5,000 alone on our property.
- We support the local paddling community through gear and boat donations and opportunities to paddle with us. You will still see some of our early Wave Sport boats out on the river. We also support local kids kayaking clubs, including the Chaco Club and Yaku Churis. Our NC nonprofit Need More Outdoors sponsored the Yaku Churis website.
- Giving back to the communities. We bring suitcases full of clothing down for the communities we spend time in. In addition, we organize rafting trips for some of the indigenous communities to experience their rivers.
- We take care of your trip logistics from the moment you land in Quito – where you will be met at the airport, to your departure. This includes all hotel accommodations, all meals, activities and transportation. Our trip is truly all-inclusive.
- Your seven days with us (with an additional day on each end for travel), include world class kayaking on the rivers in the Quijos Valley and the Tena area.
- Our flexibility. We have the ability to accommodate kayakers, as well as whitewater enthusiasts who prefer a Tater, shredder or raft and non-paddling participants who want to have fun while you are on the river.
- We are about more than just kayaking! Our trips include cultural and off river adventures to waterfalls, coffee coops, indigenous chocolate production and local markets. We want you to feel like you have really immersed yourself in both the whitewater and the culture of the country.
- Trip dates from November through February, with additional custom trips available year-round.
- Endless River Adventures follows all guidelines and regulations set up by the Ministerio de Tourismo for adventure tourism.
- Our base in the Oriente is our lodge – the RioQuijos EcoLodge. Once you settle in, you will not want to leave!
Questions about your skill level or travel? Call 828-488-6199
What you can count on during your trip
A nine day trip (including your travel days). We start many of the trips with a cultural day to get used to the altitude, and get settled in for the next six amazing paddling days on the beautiful rivers of Ecuador. We paddle in the Quijos Valley and the Tena region.
Time off-river. Experience the culture and scenery of Ecuador! Paddling is the focus of our trip, but we also spend time immersing you in the culture of this amazing country. Enjoy a day in Quito exploring the Mitad del Mundo or Old Town and shopping at the market for Ecuador’s fabulous hand-made crafts that make the perfect gifts to take back home. Have extra days you can travel? Whether arriving early or staying later, we can help you set up such great side trips.
Accommodations. We take care of your in-country accommodations from Friday, your first night, through the following Friday night with us, for a total of eight night’s accommodations. Accommodations are booked as double occupancy, but we offer a single occupancy upgrade.
Food. All your in-country meals – from Saturday morning to your last night with us. We have a selection of favorite restaurants.
Transportation. In-country private transportation with Angel, who has been with us for 25+ years.
Your Kayak. Our extensive fleet of boats steer more towards river runner/creek boats, but also include river running playboats. You will be responsible for your personal paddling gear and paddle.
Guides. We use a combination of national guides who call these rivers their backyard runs and guides who you know well from North Carolina. With 25+ years’ experience on the rivers of Ecuador, our hand-picked guides understand fluctuating water levels, flexibility, and support. During every trip, we offer you the opportunity to improve your overall skills. Renowned kayak instructors, trusted guides and just good people to hang out with. We have a remarkable depth of experience from working in multiple countries, including Costa Rica, Chile, Argentina, Panama, and Ecuador. And in our own time, we are out pushing our own envelopes. Our guides are in their boats, backing you up on the water. We add an additional guide to collect photos of your trip for you.
Memories. You will finish up your trip with a complete set of photos of your trip. Already getting excited? Enjoy previous trips’ photos to vicariously experience your trip.
Not included in your trip price is airfare, airport taxes, adult beverages during the trip, snacks, miscellaneous tips and your taxi ride to the airport on your way home.
Take advantage of our Ecuador trips to improve your skills
Our international guides are also some of the most experienced kayak instructors in the industry. On top of that, the beautiful scenery, warm temperatures and abundance of whitewater is the perfect combination to get some quality time on the water to improve your overall skills.
- Improve your boof
- Step up your creek running skills
- Refining big water maneuvering and boofing
- Improving your roll on both sides and the art of directional rolling
Travel Arrangements
Flights should be arranged into Quito, Ecuador. You should plan on arriving Friday afternoon/evening for the paddling part of your trip. Do not be deterred by late arrivals into Quito, that is very typical. Included in your trip are accommodations from Friday night through the following Friday night. Departure can be planned for any time after 8PM on that following Friday.
We encourage you to take extra days to explore Ecuador, as there is so much to see in the country than we can offer in just one week. You can mountain bike, climb, fish, hike, bird watch, visit the Galapagos and more! Let us know what interests you have and we can create a custom itinerary.
You will need a valid passport. The passport must have an expiration date of greater than six months after your return date.
Rio Quijos Ecolodge in Ecuador
Whether you need a break from the fast pace of Quito, or are looking to explore the Oriente of Ecuador during your visit, the lodge is a perfect destination for enjoying the flora and fauna of the Quijos Valley. You will spend time at the RioQuijos EcoLodge and Reserve, the landmark eco-lodge of the Oriente, with land registered with the “media ambiente” for conservation. Imagine a put-in where you can walk down to the river, or back up from the river, right to your lodge!
Call us today to talk about your adventure
828.488.6199
We understand choosing an international destination is exciting and can be overwhelming. We WANT to speak with you about it. Please call with any questions you have regarding an international adventure travel experience as we would love to speak with you about some of our favorite places on earth.
Have a group of friends that you want to share a week with? Custom groups are welcome. We offer custom itineraries for rafting, kayaking, cultural exploration and more. Ecuador is a treasure chest for international travel and we want to help you make the most of your trip.
Payment Policy:
For all our trips, a deposit is required at the time you make your reservation. Due dates for trip balances depend on the dates of your trip. You may pay by check, Visa, MC, Discover or American Express.
Cancellation:
There is a cancellation policy in line with each trip itinerary. We highly recommend that you look into trip insurance as last minute accidents/changes/life demands sometimes do happen and we cannot refund your trip after the cancellation date.