My Travel Budget: Backpacking Ecuador for 2 Months in 2024

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TRYING TO CREATE A BACKPACKING ECUADOR TRAVEL BUDGET!?

Are you planning a trip to Ecuador and wondering how much money you should set aside?! Every traveler spends differently, but this post covers my experience of everything I spent over two weeks with my boyfriend in Ecuador in 2024.

We are budget backpackers, so we travel frugally but still indulge in many activities, attractions, and destinations that piqued our interest. Let’s dive deeper into what we spent!

My 2-Month Backpacking Ecuador Travel Budget: An Overview

In October and November 2024, my boyfriend Dylan and I backpacked throughout central Ecuador, stopping in Quito, Tena, Baños, Cuenca, Loja, and Vilcabamba. This post will go over everything we spent in total and throughout these cities so that you can get a rough idea of the costs in the country.

These two months were a part of twelve in backpacking South America, so stretching our dollar has been our intention from the beginning!

My 2-Month Backpacking Ecuador Travel Budget

Before we get into the numbers, I want to be clear that there is no right or wrong way to budget for a trip. Everybody spends their money differently, so what I spend on something might look completely different from what you would spend on the same thing.

I don’t recommend using this blog post as an absolute budget breakdown recommendation but as a guideline to decipher what you might expect for some costs in Ecuador. That said, I explain the reasoning behind each total and provide some travel tips at the end. Let’s talk numbers.

Overall Budget Breakdown

Dylan and I spent 67 days exploring Ecuador, and our total budget boiled down to $4,075.95 or $2,037.98 per person. That equals an average of $30.42 per person per day. We mostly stayed in hostel dorms, ate discounted lunch and dinner menus, took public transportation, and limited extra spending, but still did plenty of activities and attractions that interested us.

It’s worth noting that we also spent ten days volunteering, where we received free accommodations and stayed for that period. Let’s dive deeper into what some of these categories looked like for us:

Category	Total Cost	Cost per person	Cost per person per day
Food	$1,687.76	$843.88	$12.60
Accommodations	$862.66	$431.33	$6.44
Transportation	$293.70	$146.85	$2.19
Activities & Attractions	$322	$161	$2.40
Personal Items	$233.89	$116.94	$1.75
Extras	$187.65	$93.83	$1.40
Bills	$488.29	$244.14	$3.64
TOTAL:	$4,075.95	$2,037.98	$30.42

Food: $1,687.67

Food was by far our most costly expense, which took me a bit by surprise. When I do the math, it equals $12.60 per person per day, which seems cheap in the grand scheme of things, but overall equals $377.70 per person for a month. Dylan and I spent an average of $650 in Tucson on groceries per month, so we actually spent more on food in Ecuador than back home. 

We definitely could’ve spent less if we avoided coffee and ice cream as often as we did, but we wanted to live a little! We did a pretty good job sticking to the discounted almuerzos when we could, but towards the end of our trip to Ecuador, we were really craving something different than rice, French fries, and meat as a meal.

Travelers Tip: A few ways you can save money on food in Ecuador are by booking accommodations with breakfast included, opting for discounted lunches, and buying groceries when you can to cook for yourself. You can also buy instant coffee if your hotel offers hot water for free (most do!).

Accommodations: $862.66

Because our accommodations are essentially our rent money, I’m pretty damn impressed with only spending $862.66 for 67 days. Granted, we did get ten days of free stay when we volunteered, which helped a ton! If we divide it, our total comes to $431.33 per person or $6.43 per person per day.

Affordable accommodations were definitely a plus in Ecuador, though for probably half of the time, we stayed in dorm beds, and for the other half, we split a private room. Here is everywhere we stayed:

Accommodation	Room Type	City	Nights Booked	Total Cost	Cost per person, per night
Viajero Quito Hostel	Dorm	Quito	16	$207.20	$6.47
Hostal Pakay	Dorm	Tena	1	$30.29	$15.15
Mama Tungu Hostel	Dorm	Baños	7	$75.32	$5.38
Erupción Art Hotel and Hostel	Dorm	Baños	7	$130.85	$9.35
Ramirez Room	Private Room (Airbnb)	Cuenca	7	$135.12	$9.65
Check Inn Bed & Breakfast	Private Room	Cuenca	7	$116.64	$8.33
La Catalina Bike and Coffee	Private Room (Airbnb)	Loja	2	$34.24	$8.56
Matilda EC	Private Room (Hostel)	Vilcabamba	9	$133	$7.39

Travelers Tip: There are a few ways to receive a free stay in South America, including volunteer or work exchanges, house-sitting, or couch surfing! When booking accommodations, sometimes it’s worth it to find one with breakfast included. You can usually toggle that option on booking platforms.

Transportation: $293.70

We didn’t include our flight prices getting to Ecuador because flight prices vary depending on where you’re flying from and the time of year. However, once in the country, we only took buses to travel by land. We took a few taxis and opted for Uber in larger cities where it was cheaper.

Because we traveled between six cities, less than $300 is a decent price for transportation over two months. It’s $146.85 per person or only $2.19 per person per day. Back in the US, we had to pay around $120 in gas each month, which doesn’t even include car insurance or any repairs!

Travelers Tip: If possible, book overnight buses to avoid paying for a night at a hostel! But be careful and only do so during the dry season so you don’t find yourself in a landslide situation like we did. Additionally, opt for Uber in places like Quito, where it’s generally cheaper than a taxi. 

Activities & Attractions: $318

I feel like we did a ton of cool things during the two months in Ecuador, and it’s pretty mind-boggling that the cost was less than $500. From day trips to adventure sports to some of the most gorgeous hikes in the world, Ecuador was an affordable place for us to experience to the fullest. Here’s a breakdown of what we spent on activities and attractions in each city:

City	Total Price	Price per person
Quito & surrounding area	$72.80	$36.40
Baños	$231	$115.50
Cuenca	$14.20	$7.10

Travelers Tip: If you want to do any adventure sports, shop around and negotiate! Negotiating is a common practice in Ecuador when there is competition, but make sure you are still respectful about providing a fair amount so you don’t come off as disrespectful. 

Personal Items: $233.89

We didn’t know what to expect for personal items, especially because we knew we would have to pay for laundry and the occasional toothpaste. I decided to get the typhoid vaccine in Ecuador, too, because when I saw that it was only $25, I knew it would be worth it! We also had to pay to use public restrooms, and I bought larger bottles of things like lotion and face wash that would last me for a while. Here’s a breakdown of our personal item expenses:

• Laundry: $34.50 for 6 visits
• Bathroom Visits: $1.70
• Personal Care: $153.99
• Medicine: $43.70

Bills: $488.29

Our bills consisted of these items: SafetyWing health insurance, phone data, and storage. We paid for three months of health insurance ($397.68 total) and $27.74 in phone storage and data. The remaining $62.87 went to a PayPal transaction fee and gear for our recording equipment. I’ll take $109.31 per person per month for bills, any time!

Travelers Tip: Get travel insurance for your trip to stay safe medically (and electronically if you’d like)! Sickness when traveling is no joke. You never want to get in a tricky situation without a plan to cover it! 

Extras: $187.65

Our “extras” included souvenirs, clothing, tips for guides, and any additional self-care (like a massage, painted nails, or a haircut). The total came out to $187.65, which surprised me. Still, it only equals $1.40 per person per day. We allowed ourselves to buy things to enrich our daily lives on the road (nice markers, for example!).  

Budget Breakdown by City

Dylan and I spent two months traveling throughout the central Sierra region of Ecuador. We traveled south towards Peru in this order: Quito, Tena, Baños, Cuenca, Loja, and Vilcabamba. We spent the most time in Quito, Baños, and Cuenca and less time in Loja and Tena. Here’s a budget breakdown of what we spent in each city.

(Price per person per day)	Quito	Baños	Cuenca	Loja	Vilcabamba
Food	$13.10	$16.92	$15.75	$11.50	$14.46
Accommodations	$6.47	$7.26	$8.99	$8.56	$7.39
Transportation	$3.33	$1.94	$1.67	$5.15	$0.45
Activities & Attractions	$2.28	$8.25	$0.65	–	–

Note: I’ve excluded personal items, bills, and extra categories because those are personal spending habits that don’t apply. The same goes for Tena since we volunteered for ten days.

Quito

Quito was our first destination in South America, so we really had no idea what we were going to be spending. We tried to budget $54 between the two of us daily because we read somewhere online that it was doable. Looking back, $54 is very cheap for two people, and we didn’t manage to do it in Quito, but we did in southern Ecuador!

Overall, for sixteen days in Quito, we spent $1,116.34. That equals around $558.17 per person or $34.88 per person daily. We got a really great deal on accommodations, found the activities, attractions, and day trips very affordable, and did decently for food. Let’s go over the specifics below: 

Food: $419.46

Since Quito was where we started our travels, we tried really hard to find cheap but delicious local food to stay on an affordable budget. We spent $419.46 between us, which equals $209.73 per person or $13.10 per person per day. 

The on-site restaurant at the hostel had slightly overpriced food. However, when we had work to do or didn’t want to leave in the rain, we bought food from there a few times. Other than that, we mostly ate where there were lunch deals and tried street food. We only went to the more touristy spots for a cappuccino and lunch a few times.

We managed to find a breakfast spot directly across from our hostel that offered $2 breakfasts, which included an egg and cheese sandwich, coffee, and fruit juice, and I think that really helped our food budget over the long run! 

Accommodations: $207.20

We stayed in one hostel for our entire stay: Viajero Quito Hostel. We paid $207.20 for sixteen nights, which averages $6.47 per person per night. We stayed in dorm beds, which were the cheapest option, but quite honestly, we were so impressed with this hostel! 

The beds were comfortable and had shelving, curtains, and lights. The facilities were clean, and there was a friendly atmosphere. On the plus side, it was one of the cheapest hostels in Quito, and it was in the historic center! 

Transportation: $106.62

We spent $106.62 total on transportation around Quito and the surrounding area. This price averages out to $3.33 per person per day. We often took Ubers when navigating Quito to nearby places (TelefériQo, Mitad del Mundo) because we found them quite affordable. For day trips, we always took public buses. Some transportation costs included:

• Transportation around Quito: $57.43 
• Day trips from Quito: $49.19

Activities & Attractions: $72.80

Compared to other South American cities, Quito and the surrounding area were pretty cheap for any activities or attractions! We went to a few museums, took a few cable cars, and even took a few day trips! Here is an expense breakdown of what we spent on activities and attractions in Quito!

Activity	Total Cost	Price per person
Mitad del Mundo	$10	$5
Intiñan Museum	$10	$5
TelefériQo	$18	$9
Basilica del Voto Nacional	$8	$4
Quilatoa Crater Lake	$4	$2
Panecillo	$2	$1
Tarabita Cable Car (Mindo)	$10	$5
Punto Ornitológico (Mindo)	$10.80	$5.40

Personal Items: $117.55

We spent $117.55 on personal items in Quito, almost half our total cost for the entire two months in the country. The expenses included laundry runs ($18), I got my typhoid vaccine for $25, and any personal care and medicine ($74.55). We had to stock up on ibuprofen, bug spray, mouthwash, contact solution, etc.

Extras: $42.15

Our extras consisted of tips for tours, souvenirs, self-care (a haircut and getting my nails done), buying a new t-shirt and sunglasses, and miscellaneous items like double-A batteries. Some of these items were necessary, and most were most definitely not, but after all, we are still human and need a little wiggle room in the budget for fun things!

Bills: $150.56

Our monthly travel insurance was the majority of our bills in Quito. However, we also paid for a SIM card and phone storage. Luckily, our monthly subscription covers us for 28 days, so we were covered for the month.

Tena/Ahuano

After Dylan and I spent the first sixteen days in Quito, we headed towards the Amazon for a volunteer opportunity we had set up before our departure. We headed to Tena and stayed overnight before going into the remote town of Ahuano, where we’d volunteer for ten days (this breakdown also includes travel days).

We received a free room, activities included, and all three meals daily with our volunteer exchange. We occasionally bought snacks, toiletries, and transportation for a few day trips. Here’s a breakdown:

Food: $47

Since we didn’t have to pay for food during our volunteer exchange, we only spent $47 over 12 days (score!). The total cost included breakfast and dinner during our travel day to Tena, lunch during a day trip to Misahualli on one of our off days, and snacks from in town.

Accommodations: $30.29

We only had to pay for one night of accommodation on the way to Ahuano in Tena. We stayed at an eco-lodge on the outskirts of town at Hostal Pakay and spent a total of $30.29, which was around $15.15 per person.

Transportation: $58.65

In our transportation costs, we’ve included the price to get to Tena and the price to get from Tena to our next destination: Baños. The longer bus trips took up most of our transportation costs, but we also paid for a few taxis to go into town and take a day trip. Since Ahuano is across a river, we also paid for a few water taxis to cross. The breakdown:

• Bus tickets between cities: $33.65
  • Bus tickets from Quito to Tena: $18.90
  • Bus tickets from Ahuano to Baños: $14.75
• Taxis: $17
• Boat taxis: $8

Personal Items: $16.10

For personal items, we spent $16.10 on Complex B vitamins for mosquito repellent, after-sun lotion, anti-itch lotion for a rash I got, some mouthwash, and a bathroom break at the bus station on the way out.

Extras: $1.05

The only “extra” spending during these 12 days was on a fishing line and hook so Dylan could fish for piranhas!

Bills: $144.67

We paid $144.67 on bills for our monthly travel insurance with SafetyWing ($132.56), Apple storage for Dylan’s phone ($3.25), and a hefty PayPal transaction fee to our dear friends who lent us cash when the ATMs were down due to power cuts ($8.86).

Baños de Agua Santa

After our volunteer experience, we treated ourselves by heading to the Adventure Capital of the World – Baños, Ecuador! Baños was where our budget started to reach new highs, as we couldn’t pass up opportunities to do the fun and affordable adventure sports at our fingertips. You’ll see where most of our money went soon enough!

We spent $1,136.51 in total. Baños was by far the most we spent in two weeks and averages around $40.59 per person daily. That’s way more than we hoped to spend, but it was worth it nonetheless! 

Food: $474

For two weeks in Baños, we spent $474 between us, which equals about $16.92 per person per day. Baños is a pretty touristy place, and the first hostel we stayed at seriously overpriced their food (and there weren’t many restaurants nearby), which left us eating there often. 

Our second accommodation, however, offered complimentary breakfast and a cheap $3.50 lunch special, which softened the blow a little. We drank a lot of coffee in Baños, which definitely added to the bill.

Accommodations: $203.17

We stayed in two places in Baños: Mama Tungu and Erupción Art Hotel & Hostel. Mama Tungu had a restaurant, hot tub, pool, and sauna on-site and was within walking distance of waterfalls but not downtown. We paid $75.32 for the week between us, which equals $5.38 per person daily. 

Erupción Hostel was downtown and had complimentary breakfast and cheap lunch specials, but it was a bit pricier. We spent $130.85 for a week between us, or $9.35 per person per night. If I had to do it over again, I’d definitely stay at Mama Tungu because being downtown made it easier to spend money!

Transportation: $54.20

We spent $54.20 getting to Baños, navigating the city, and taking a few day trips. We also had a little unexpected experience when our bus got stuck between two landslides, and we had to sleep on the bus overnight until it was light out. It saved us paying for a night at a hostel, but at what cost!?

Activities & Attractions: $231

Over two weeks, we spent a total of (drumroll please)… $231 on activities and attractions in Baños – by far the most we’ve spent in this category, but it makes sense because we went all out during our second week there. Here’s a breakdown of what we spent in this category:

Activity:	Total Price:	Cost per person:
Hot Springs (4 trips)	$34	$17
Pailón del Diablo (both entrances)	$12	$6
Rafting the Pastaza River	$60	$30
San Francisco Bridge Jump (& pictures!)	$48	$24
Bike Rentals	$10	$5
Attractions on bike rental day	Casa del Arból – $4 Manos de la Pachamama – $16 Cache 360 Overlook – $2	$11
Canopy Circuit Experience	$45	$22.5

Personal Items: $61.29

When we were in Baños, we paid $61.29 for toiletries and trips to the public restroom. I found large bottles of my favorite lotion and face wash (Cetaphil) that I hadn’t seen in the rest of Ecuador, so I bit the bullet and bought them. They lasted for months, so it was worth it in the end!

Extras: $63.85

Not only did we indulge in adventure sports, but we also treated ourselves a bit. We spent $63.85 on extras, including massages, tips for tour guides, a trip to the nail salon, and a barber. I also bought comfortable pants, and Dylan purchased a bracelet.

Bills: $46

We didn’t have any big bills during these two weeks, but we did buy equipment for our camera gear. We bought a new SD card for the drone, a microphone for the camera, and an adapter. The total was $46.

Cuenca

We spent two weeks in beautiful Cuenca, Ecuador. We spent most of our time in the city (we only took a day trip to Ingapirca), so many activities were inexpensive. We spent $955.41 for two weeks in Cuenca between us, or $34.12 per person daily. 

Food and bills were our big spenders in this city (we paid our travel insurance), and we tended to go to touristy restaurants more frequently. We found decent prices on accommodations and local lunch spots, which helped us a bit in the end.

Food: $441

During the first week, Dylan and I bought breakfast, lunch, and dinner because our Airbnb didn’t have a kitchen or include breakfast. However, breakfast was included in the price of our second hotel room, so we didn’t need to cover that cost. Food prices were higher than we were used to and from other Ecuadorian cities, so we spent $441, or $15.75 per person, per day on food. 

Accommodations: $251.76

We stayed in two places in Cuenca: the Ramirez Room through Airbnb and Check Inn Bed & Breakfast. The Ramirez Room was my favorite overall because it was clean and quiet. However, it was the more expensive of the two. Check Inn Bed & Breakfast wasn’t as clean, but it had a beautiful rooftop, and breakfast included, for a heck of a deal. Here’s the breakdown:

Accommodation	Room Type	# of Nights	Total Cost	Cost per person, per night
Ramirez Room	Private Room – Airbnb	7	$135.12	$9.65
Check Inn Bed & Breakfast	Private Room	7	$116.64	$8.33

Transportation: $45.65

We only took a day trip out of Cuenca, so transportation prices weren’t horrible. It costs $23.80 from Baños to Cuenca ($5 to Riobamba, then $18.80 from there). The day trip from Ingapirca cost us $16 there and back, and we took a few taxis to the terminal ($5.85). We stayed within the historic center the entire time we were in Cuenca, so we could walk to whichever destination in town we wanted to.

Activities & Attractions: $18.20

One of the wonderful things about Cuenca is that many of the city attractions are free! While this number might seem low, we visited the Pumapungo archeological site, Sombrero Museum, El Vado Museum, and Planetarium free of charge. However, we did spend money on:

Activity:	Total Cost:	Cost per person:
Ingapirca Entrance Fee	$4	$2
Catedal de la Inmaculada Concepción	$5.20	$2.70
Old Cathedral of Cuenca	$5	$2.50
Museum of Extreme Art (Prohibido Centro Cultural)	$4	$2

Personal Items: $32.10

We only bought the necessary toiletries in Cuenca, including mouthwash, contact solution, and tea tree oil ($22.10). We also did laundry twice for $10.

Extras: $24

Our additional spending was $24. Purchases included tips and small purchases like a notebook and mini spray bottle.

Bills: $147.05

Once again, we paid for 28 days of travel health insurance ($132.56). We both paid for additional Apple storage ($6.49) and bought an external adapter for an iPhone microphone for our YouTube videos ($8).

Loja

After two weeks in Cuenca, we headed south to Loja, Ecuador! Our time in Loja was short, as we only spent two days there, but they sure were sweet nonetheless! Since we only stayed in this destination for two days, we spent $101.17 on food, accommodations, transportation, and a bathroom break. That equals $50.59 per day or $25.29 per person per day.

Food: $46

Most of our food budget for the two days in Loja consisted of snacks, sweets, and caffeine ($11), but we also bought a few meals during our time there ($35). Our total was $46 for two days or $11.50 per person daily. 

Accommodations: $34.24

We spent two nights in a private Airbnb room in Loja for $34.24 ($17.12 per night, or $8.56 per night per person). We spent more than we typically would on hotels in Ecuador, but Loja had slim pickings for hostels, and we really enjoyed the cafe/bike shop atmosphere in the Airbnb! 

Transportation: $20.58

The cost to get from Cuenca to Loja for two people was $17.30. Additionally, we took a taxi in Cuenca to the bus station ($1.78) and a taxi to our Airbnb when we arrived in Loja ($1.50).

Personal Items: $0.35

The only toiletry/medicinal/personal item expense was a bathroom break at the Loja bus terminal!

Vilcabamba

After exploring the music capital, we wanted to visit the city of longevity to finish off our Ecuadorian backpacking trip: Vilcabamba. We stayed in Vilcabamba for nine days, exploring the town and the surrounding nature and reflecting on our time in Ecuador. We spent $464.31 in Vilcabamba — $232.16 per person or $25.80 per person per day. 

Food: $260.21

When we stayed in Vilcabamba, our hostel had a kitchen, so we mainly bought groceries and made meals for ourselves. However, we ate out at restaurants seven times. Our restaurant/coffee shop/ice cream run total was $130.75, and our grocery store and snack runs were $129.46. On average, each of us spent $14.46 on food per day. 

Accommodations: $133

We stayed at one of the cheapest hostels online in Vilcabamba for a whopping $133 for nine nights. That’s $7.39 per person per night for a private room and bathroom on the outskirts of town.

We were satisfied with the price, but unfortunately, the accommodation was priced that way for a reason (hence the mushrooms growing out of the bathroom floor and five dogs with fleas on the property). If we went back, we’d definitely spend a little more for additional cleanliness and maybe even a pool on the property. 

Transportation: $8

For the sake of only including prices for a trip within Ecuador, we excluded the bus tickets to Jaén, Perú from this price. However, Vilcabamba was extremely walkable since it was a small city. The only time we used public transportation was a taxi to a waterfall and back. Additionally, it costs us $4 to get from Loja to Vilcabamba by bus.

Personal Items: $6.50

The only expense in this category was the one laundry trip we paid for! 

Extras: $56.60

We definitely indulged a bit more during our time in Vilcabamba. Most of this was miscellaneous things like sunglasses because mine had broken, and arts and crafts items because I wanted to get into drawing again. This category was high for nine days, but I like to think of this budget as balanced. 😉

Travel Advice For Backpacking Ecuador

If you’re wondering what you should budget for a trip to Ecuador, here are a few general prices you can expect to pay! For reference, my spending habits fall into the shoestring adventurer below:

(Daily average)	Shoestring Adventurer	Budget-Savvy Explorer	Comfort-Seeking Nomad	Luxe-Globetrotter
Food	$10 – $15	$15 – $25	$25 – $40	$40+
Accommodations	$5 – $8	$10 – $20	$25 – $50	$80+
Transportation	$1.50 – $3	$3 – $6	$10 – $20	$30+
Activities & Attractions	$2 – 5	$5 – $15	$20 – $40	$50+
TOTAL DAILY BUDGET	$20 – $30	$35 – $65	$80 – $150	$200+

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Money & ATM’s in Ecuador

One thing that we learned after traveling Europe for two weeks was that ATM fees add up quickly! However, we made sure to get zero international fee cards this time around. If you’re in the US looking for a quality debit card, Charles Schwab is the way to go. The checking account is technically connected to an investment account, but you don’t have to invest if you don’t want to. I get my ATM fees rebated back into my account every month. The catch is that you go to national banks to get reimbursed. 

If you’re into the miles and points game, Dylan got the Capital One Venture Card, which also receives no international fees. We’ve been able to rack up 100,000 points just by traveling for six months, and we can redeem points to save money as we go! Many travel cards exist, so you can also research a few and choose which works best for you.

Staying Safe in Ecuador

Whenever traveling, you should always have safety measures in place to protect you and your belongings. I recommend getting travel insurance. The company we use is SafetyWing, and it’s pretty affordable per month. You can also stay safe by buying an eSIM so you have an internet connection on the go. We enjoy Airalo because it’s an eSIM you can download on the go and gives you different packages for over 200 countries!

Lastly, I recommend bringing luggage locks if you’ll be backpacking to lock up your luggage on buses, planes, or hostel lockers. They give me an extra sense of peace of mind. The ones I have are flexible and fit in any situation! The only time something of mine got stolen (a debit card I didn’t need, luckily) was when I didn’t lock up my luggage!

If you’re traveling via bus, store your luggage under the bus. If keeping some belongings with you, keep them where you can see them, and don’t leave them unattended or fall asleep with them. I didn’t have any problems personally, but we’ve been intentional about keeping our things accounted for!

How To Pack for Ecuador

If you’re looking for help packing for Ecuador, my biggest advice is to pack layers and bring a raincoat! You’ll want to pack for at least one week if you are backpacking, but I’ve also found that’s a good rule of thumb for a carry-on. If you’d like a more detailed guide on what to pack for every region, check out my next post here: Backpacking Ecuador Packing List: All 4 Regions!

Wrapping Up: The Ecuador Travel Budget is Great For Backpackers!

There you have it! My over two-month backpacking Ecuador travel budget. I hope this sheds a little light on what a typical backpacker’s budget was at the end of 2024. Use it as a guideline, but never a rule, and set extra time aside to enjoy yourself! Happy travels!