8 November 2020

The Quilotoa Loop is a self-guided, three-day trek in Ecuador and a brilliant gateway hike for backpackers and budding outdoors people looking to start trekking. The trek is low cost with no need for a guide, but you will still need to pay for accommodation and food along the way. We’ve broken down our spend to cover a 4 day/3 night excursion for one of Ecuador’s most popular hikes.

Ecuador is the perfect place to start backpacking in South America as it’s one of the cheapest countries to travel through. Food, accommodation, and activities are much cheaper compared to neighbouring countries such as Peru, so your money will go a lot further. Here’s our suggested daily and monthly budget breakdowns so you can plan your finances for the perfect trip.