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Hey there, I’m João, the adventure travel blogger behind “The Portuguese Traveler.” My goal is to explore off-the-beaten-path locations and share my experiences through engaging writing and photography.

After writing about Switzerland, I’m now creating the most complete guide to Ecuador. Join me on my journey to uncover the world’s hidden gems and inspire your own adventures.

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Some shots of the latest Scandinavian adventure in

Some shots of the latest Scandinavian adventure in Sweden-Denmark ❄️🌌🦌

So many first times! Seeing an Aurora, being over the Arctic Circle, driving a snowmobile and having a meal cooked on a bonfire on a frozen lake, seeing reindeers, visiting my Danish-Swedish side of the family, being at around -20°C, visiting 🇸🇪 and 🇩🇰 for the first time. Definitely need to return and check it in Summer.

Have you ever been this far north and seen the Northern Lights?

#auroraborealis #aurora #auroraboreal #norrsken #norrskensverige #jokkmokk #lapland #swedishlapland #northenlights #northernlightsphotography #norrbotten #swedenshots #reindeer #vasamuseum #snowmobile #sonyalpha #sonyalphalatin #sonymoments #alphauniverselatin #sonyalphaecuador #copenaghencity #gammelstad @alphabysony_latin @sonyalpha @sonylatin @sony.portugal

The magical dance of The Northern Lights over the

The magical dance of The Northern Lights over the Swedish Lapland ❄️🌌

With just two nights available and a low KP (solar activity) forecast the odds were not great but after patiently waiting at frozen temperatures this is the show we received…what an experience! 😍🥹

El volcán Reventador, Ecuador 🌋 This is by fa

El volcán Reventador, Ecuador 🌋

This is by far my favorite photo of Reventador Volcano in the Ecuadorian Amazon.

The main volcano it’s actually a little “recent” volcano inside a massive crater from an older colossus. Can you imagine how big this volcano was?

For me the most interesting part of Reventador is being right in the middle of the Amazon and not in an arid landscape. It’s surrounded by tropical vegetation (you can find tapirs, hummingbirds, Andean cock-of-the-rocks, toucans, monkeys and if you’re lucky jaguars and black panthers (as I was told) and until 2002 you could actually climb to its summit like with Sumaco Volcano nowadays.

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Reventador Volcano, Ecuador 🌋 The last volcano

Reventador Volcano, Ecuador 🌋

The last volcano i wanted to photograph in Ecuador.

I actually needed two nights at this place in two different occasions to get this night lava shot.

Have you ever been close to an erupting volcano? Where?

The Cayambe Volcano (5790 m), is the third highest

The Cayambe Volcano (5790 m), is the third highest volcano in Ecuador, and the highest point in the Ecuatorial Line - Have you ever been this high?! ❄️🧗🏻🗻

Cayambe is an active stratovolcano located in the province of Pichincha, in northern Ecuador, and is part of the Andes mountain range. Despite its last eruption in 1785-1786, the Geophysical Institute of the National Polytechnic School maintains permanent surveillance. Located in the Cayambe-Coca National Park, it is an important natural monument and a major tourist attraction. In particular, it has become a favorite acclimatization climb for Chimborazo, as the Cotopaxi volcano (the all-time favorite) is now off-limits due to its eruptive state.

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Some photos of the glacier school of the Antisana

Some photos of the glacier school of the Antisana volcano in Ecuador two weeks ago. An incredible experience where we practiced the necessary techniques to walk on ice with crampons and axes and try ice rappelling. Luckily, the mountain allowed us to see the glacier, and it was not covered with clouds. A very special and different adventure. It certainly helped us with the climb to Cayambe this past weekend. ❄️🧗🏻🗻

🇪🇨 Algunas imágenes de la escuela glaciar del volcán Antisana en Ecuador. Una experiencia increíble en la que pudimos practicar las técnicas necesarias para caminar sobre hielo con crampones y piolet, y también probar el rappel sobre hielo. Por suerte, la montaña nos permitió ver el glaciar, y no estaba cubierto de nubes. Una aventura muy especial y diferente. Sin duda nos ayudó para la subida al Cayambe este fin de semana.

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🇺🇸 A clear day on the Ruta Integral de Los P

🇺🇸 A clear day on the Ruta Integral de Los Pichinchas, a volcanic mountain range near Quito, Ecuador. The Pichincha Volcano is a popular choice for acclimatization and adventure. The volcano group includes Guagua Pichincha (4,784m), Padre Encantado, Cerro Ladrillos, and Rucu Pichincha (4,698m), making it a suitable spot for a one-day hike, ideal for both beginners and those preparing for higher peaks. 🌋🏔️

The names of these peaks have interesting origins. Pichincha comes from Xinca, which means “two volcanoes”, Guagua means “child, source of life,” in Kichwa, and Rucu means “old” in the same language, as it’s the oldest summit in the Pichinchas group. The volcano also has historical significance, with its first recorded ascent in 1582 and its role in the Battle of Pichincha in 1822, which marked Ecuador’s independence from Spanish colonial rule.

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🇺🇸 From the heart of the Amazon to the depth

🇺🇸 From the heart of the Amazon to the depths of mystery, our journey into Ecuador's Cueva de Los Tayos was an epic adventure. 🌴🧗‍♂️🦇🔦

Guided by Leandro of @samay_ecuador , we explored this legendary cave, drawn by the mysticism of the metal library and its extraordinary connection to Neil Armstrong's 1976 expedition.

From sandy ports to mystical light beams, we faced challenges and paid homage to the astronaut within the cave's depths.

Our ascent was a daunting climb, but we conquered the 64-meter challenge.

Back at base camp, we enjoyed a refreshing shower, courtesy of Will Smith.

The mystery of the metal library lingers, but our adventure was a treasure in itself.

❗️For more info, check out my blog post. Link in bio.

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🇪🇨 Desde el corazón del Amazonas hasta las profundidades del misterio en la Cueva de Los Tayos de Ecuador. 🌴🧗‍♂️🦇🔦

Guiados por Leandro of Samay Geotouristic, exploramos esta legendaria cueva, atraídos por el misticismo de la biblioteca metálica y su extraordinaria conexión con la expedición de 1976 de Neil Armstrong.

Desde puertos de arena hasta haces de luz místicos, enfrentamos desafíos y rendimos homenaje al astronauta en las profundidades de la cueva.

Nuestra ascensión fue un desafío, pero conquistamos los 64 metros.

De vuelta en el campamento base, disfrutamos de una refrescante ducha, cortesía de Will Smith.

El misterio de la biblioteca metálica perdura, pero nuestra aventura fue un tesoro en sí misma.

❗️Para más información, consulta mi entrada en el blog. Enlace en la biografía.

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🇺🇸 Mindo's Marvelous Hummingbirds 🦜 Ecua

🇺🇸 Mindo's Marvelous Hummingbirds 🦜

Ecuador stands out as one of the planet's most biodiverse nations, boasting over 130 out of the world's 340 hummingbird species. It comes as no shock that Ecuador is often hailed as the "Land of Hummingbirds" and crowned the global capital of these enchanting birds.

In the same tour as my previous post, I had the privilege of photographing these hummingbirds in the following order:

1. Rufous Tailed
2. Brown Violetear
3. Male White Necked Jacobin
4. Male White Necked Jacobin
5. Rufous Tailed
6. Sparkling Violetear
7. Rufous Tailed
8. Andean Emerald
9. Rufous Tailed & Giant Hummingbird

🇪🇨 Los maravillosos colibríes de Mindo 🦜

Ecuador es una de las naciones más biodiversas del planeta, con más de 130 de las 340 especies de colibríes que existen. No es de extrañar que Ecuador sea a menudo aclamado como la "Tierra de los Colibríes" y coronado como la capital mundial de estas encantadoras aves.

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