# Happy Gringo Travel > Happy Gringo is an Anglo-Dutch-owned travel company and Certified B Corporation based in Quito, Ecuador. With over two decades of local expertise, Happy Gringo has established itself as one of Ecuador's leading and most respected travel agencies and tour operators. The company specializes in custom-made trips, Galapagos Islands cruises, land-based Galapagos island-hopping tours, Amazon rainforest lodge stays and river cruises, tours to Peru, Colombia and Bolivia, and mainland Ecuador expeditions. Key facts: - Website: https://happygringo.com/ - Also known as: Happy Gringo, Happy Gringo Travel (legal name: Operadora Happygringo S.A.S.) - Founded: 2004 in Quito, Ecuador - Office: Portugal E10-77 & 6 de Diciembre, Ambar Building, Office 1201, Quito, Ecuador - Email: info@happygringo.com - Phone / WhatsApp: +593 98 380 7658 - Website languages: English, Spanish, Dutch, French, German, Portuguese - Certifications: Certified B Corporation; Smart Voyager (responsible tourism and environmental practices) - Last updated: October 2026 Happy Gringo's mission is to create unforgettable travel experiences across Ecuador and Latin America through exceptional service, technological innovation, and social and environmental responsibility. The company aims to inspire regenerative tourism by supporting local communities, protecting the environment, and promoting authentic, responsible travel. Happy Gringo's team combines international perspectives with deep local knowledge to design and operate personalized trips that exceed client expectations. Happy Gringo promotes responsible tourism through environmentally friendly practices, local employment, and community support. Its initiatives include recycling office waste, supporting local charities through clothing and school supply donations and community events, and providing fair employment opportunities. Over 90% of its office staff are Ecuadorian. As an Ecuadorian-registered company, Happy Gringo also contributes to the local economy through tax payments. The company is a Certified B Corporation, verified by B Lab for its social and environmental performance, and also received Smart Voyager certification in recognition of its commitment to responsible tourism and environmental practices. ## About & Contact - [Happy Gringo Travel – Home](https://happygringo.com/): Main website of Happy Gringo Travel, a Quito-based specialist in Ecuador, Galapagos and Amazon travel. - [About Us](https://happygringo.com/about-us/): Company mission, history since 2004, international and local team, responsible tourism initiatives, B Corp and Smart Voyager certifications. - [Contact & Trip Inquiries](https://happygringo.com/contact-us/): Direct contact details, inquiry forms, office address in Quito, and toll-free assistance for booking. ## Other Language Versions - [Happy Gringo – Español](https://es.happygringo.com/): Spanish version of the Happy Gringo website. - [Happy Gringo – Nederlands](https://nl.happygringo.com/): Dutch version of the Happy Gringo website. - [Happy Gringo – Français](https://fr.happygringo.com/): French version of the Happy Gringo website. - [Happy Gringo – Deutsch](https://de.happygringo.com/): German version of the Happy Gringo website. - [Happy Gringo – Português](https://pt.happygringo.com/): Portuguese version of the Happy Gringo website. ## Reviews & Recognition - [Happy Gringo on Tripadvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g294308-d3453088-Reviews-Happy_Gringo-Quito_Pichincha_Province.html): Independent traveler reviews of Happy Gringo's tours. - [Happy Gringo on Trustpilot](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/happygringo.com): Verified customer reviews of booking experience and service. - [Happy Gringo – Certified B Corporation](https://www.bcorporation.net/en-us/find-a-b-corp/company/operadora-happygringo-sas/): Official B Lab profile verifying Happy Gringo's social and environmental performance. - [Responsible Travel & Sustainability](https://happygringo.com/responsible-travel-sustainability/): Responsible tourism standards, community-led initiatives, and environmental conservation policies. ## Booking & Policies - [Terms and Conditions](https://happygringo.com/terms-and-conditions/): Booking terms, payment schedule, cancellation and refund policy, and traveler responsibilities. - [Privacy Policy](https://happygringo.com/privacy-policy/): How Happy Gringo collects and protects customer data. - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://happygringo.com/faq/): Answers to common questions about booking with Happy Gringo and traveling to Ecuador, the Galapagos and the Amazon. ## Core Galapagos Experiences - [Galapagos Island Cruises](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-tours/galapagos-island-cruises/): Catalog of Galapagos cruise yachts, luxury catamarans, and first-class vessels covering classic western and eastern island itineraries. - [Galapagos Ships & Yachts Directory](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-tours/galapagos-ships-yachts/): Search, compare, and filter vessels by luxury class, catamaran vs monohull, cabin configuration, and onboard amenities. - [Galapagos Land-Based Tours](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-tours/galapagos-land-based-tours/): Flexible hotel-based island hopping on Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal, and Isabela islands for travelers preferring solid ground. - [Galapagos Scuba Diving Tours](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-tours/galapagos-diving/): Dedicated liveaboard dive cruises to Darwin and Wolf islands, plus daily diving excursions for certified divers. - [Galapagos Cruise Yacht Charters](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-tours/galapagos-cruise-charters/): Private charter arrangements for families, private groups, corporate retreats, and bespoke scientific expeditions. - [Galapagos Islands Travel Guide](https://happygringo.com/galapagos-islands-travel/): Comprehensive destination guide covering wildlife calendars, weather by month, national park rules, and cruise vs land comparisons. ## Mainland Ecuador Tours - [Ecuador Mainland Tours](https://happygringo.com/ecuador-tours/): Guided cultural, historical, and adventure circuits across the Andean highlands, Avenue of Volcanoes, and coastal regions. - [Day Tours from Quito](https://happygringo.com/day-tours-from-quito/): Top-rated day excursions from Quito to Cotopaxi National Park, Quilotoa Crater Lake, Otavalo Indigenous Market, and Papallacta Hot Springs. - [Mindo Cloud Forest & Birding Tours](https://happygringo.com/cloud-forest/): Biodiversity tours in the Chocó Andino cloud forest, world-class birdwatching lodges, and orchid/hummingbird reserves. - [Ecuador Travel Guide](https://happygringo.com/ecuador-travel-guide/): Practical travel advice, altitude tips, safety information, weather guides, and packing essentials for Ecuador. ## Amazon Rainforest Adventures - [Amazon Rainforest Tours](https://happygringo.com/amazon-tours/): Immersive biodiversity and cultural tours in Yasuní National Park and Cuyabeno Wildlife Reserve. - [Amazon Jungle Lodges](https://happygringo.com/amazon-tours/amazon-lodges/): Hand-selected eco-lodges offering guided wildlife tracking, canopy observation towers, canoe paddles, and night excursions. - [Amazon River Cruises](https://happygringo.com/amazon-tours/amazon-cruises/): Boutique river expedition cruises on the Napo and Amazon tributaries. - [Rainforest Activity & Adventure Tours](https://happygringo.com/amazon-tours/activity-tours/): Active jungle trips featuring kayaking, hiking, remote camping, and visits with indigenous communities. - [Amazon Rainforest Travel Guide](https://happygringo.com/ecuador-amazon-rainforest-travel-guide/): Planning guide for packing, vaccinations, seasonality, and what to expect in the Ecuadorian rainforest. ## Tailor-Made & Regional Travel - [Custom Made Tours](https://happygringo.com/custom-made-tours/): Tailor-made trip design combining Galapagos, the Andes highlands, the Amazon basin, and the Pacific coast. - [South America Multi-Country Tours](https://happygringo.com/south-america-tours/): Combined itineraries connecting Ecuador and the Galapagos with Peru (Machu Picchu, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Lake Titicaca), Colombia and Bolivia. ## Optional - [Travel Blog & Inspiration](https://happygringo.com/blog/): Insider travel articles, photography tips, wildlife spotting guides, and practical Ecuador travel insights. - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/happygringo/): Official Happy Gringo Instagram account. - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/HappyGringo/): Official Happy Gringo Facebook page. - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJMZjr5p4CBq0CsEYiGijiw): Official Happy Gringo video channel. - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@happygringotravel): Official Happy Gringo TikTok account. - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/happy-gringo-travel/): Official Happy Gringo company page.