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The same questions, answered side by side for October. We don't pick a winner — the trade-offs are the point.
Giant tortoises and sea lions
Ecuador
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| In October | 24°Cbarely any rain |
| Flying time | 6h 20mfrom Los Angeles |
| Ideal stay | 8–10 days |
| Best for | Wildlife & nature · Photographers · Adventure seekers |
| The feel of it | Close-quarters, unbothered, quietly extraordinary |
| Where people stay | Puerto Ayoraor Puerto Villamil |
| Getting around | Manageable without a car |
| Money and language | USDSpanish |
| Accommodation | Cheap |