Ecuador Needs You Now

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated communities across Ecuador. Tourism sustains recovery—your visit helps, and direct aid saves lives.

A Nation in Need, a Region Ready to Receive

On April 16, 2016, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated Ecuador's coast. Hundreds were killed, thousands injured, and the damage was vast. Yet Ecuador's tourism infrastructure remains intact and operating under normal conditions. Travel to Ecuador is encouraged—tourism is one of the country's main economic drivers, generating the jobs and currency that are critical now, when they matter most.

Three Ways to Help

Direct support for earthquake survivors through trusted relief organizations and critical aid initiatives.

Tourism Fuels Recovery

Tourism is one of Ecuador's main economic drivers, generating the jobs and currency the country needs most right now. Travel to Ecuador is encouraged—the tourism infrastructure remains operational under normal conditions, and your visit directly supports communities rebuilding after this devastating earthquake. Every booking, every meal, every guided experience puts resources back into the hands of those who need it most.

Help Ecuador Recover

Your Visit Matters. Your Gift Does Too.

Learn How to Help