There are many tourist activities in Ecuador, some of the most popular ones include hiking, birdwatching, culture and community experiences, diverse local gastronomy and visiting many of our national parks and reserves. Our country is also known for its historical cities, Andean snowcapped volcanos and landscapes, beaches and surfing spots along the Pacific coast, the vast biological and cultural diversity of our Amazonian rainforest; and of course, Galápagos Islands offer unique opportunities for wildlife watching, snorkeling and learning about species evolution.