Aaron St. Clair
Salt Lake City, Utah Travel Agent
Ecuador Unlimited, an independent agent with Cruises & Tours, Unlimited, FL, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Celebrity Cruises & the Galapagos Islands
Hi, I’m Aaron, founder of and travel advisor at Ecuador Unlimited. I first traveled to Ecuador in 2005 and later moved there permanently in 2007. I married my Ecuadorian wife in 2009 and we now have three girls. I work with the international operators in the islands, such as: Celebrity Cruises, Silversea, Lindblad, Hurtigruten, and G-ventures. I am also partnered with all of the local boutique yachts, ranging anywhere from 16-100 maximum guest capacity. I have in depth first-hand knowledge of Ecuador and the islands, and am dedicated to making sure you get the most out of your trip to our wonderfully diverse country. I am an expert in single/multi day tours, Amazon Rainforest lodges, Galapagos Islands expeditions, Andean exploration, Machu Picchu extensions, insider tips, and just plain old locals’ information for those who want some DIY explore time. South America is my passion, and my home! I have traveled the continent extensively and even worked as a guide in Peru.
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My Travel Stories
A new found historical center
Quito's colonial center certainly is not a new destination; the Spanish architecture has towered over these cobblestone streets for hundreds of years. The ornate churches and lively plazas have long been intriguing destinations for visitors. In fact, I met my wife at the famous Museo de San Francisco back in 2005.
So ... Read more from my A new found historical center story.
An Unusual Proposal
Reviewed By Dylan - Florida | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
The trip was amazing! Proposal went great and the whole cruise was really incredible. Thank you so much for helping to get that all together, especially with how last minute it was. Would not have happened without your help.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
It was my pleasure to assist. I wish you guys the best!
It was my pleasure to assist. I wish you guys the best!
Smooth Operator
Reviewed By Kim E. - New Jersey | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
Every detail of our trip went smoothly. The guides were amazing. Thanks for all of your help!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hi Kim, It was a pleasure to assist with your Ecuador planning. Your family has an amazing spirit for adventure. Take care.
Hi Kim, It was a pleasure to assist with your Ecuador planning. Your family has an amazing spirit for adventure. Take care.
Incredibly organized & an absolutely amazing t
Reviewed By Susan R - Akron, OH | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Aaron came highly recommended and did not disappoint. He took time to learn what we were interested in doing/seeing and put together the most organized and incredible trip we have ever taken. He is very knowledgeable and was able to answer pretty much all of my questions. You will not regret working with him.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hi Susan, I am so glad that your family had an amazing time in Ecuador. The Galapagos and Amazon are special destinations and I am sure it will go down as one of your all-time favorite trips. Take care.
Hi Susan, I am so glad that your family had an amazing time in Ecuador. The Galapagos and Amazon are special destinations and I am sure it will go down as one of your all-time favorite trips. Take care.
Trip of a lifetime
Reviewed By Patrick - Manabi, Ecuador | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
recently had the pleasure of embarking on an Ecuadorian Amazon tour arranged by Aaron at Ecuador Unlimited, it was truly a trip of a lifetime. From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. The highlight of our adventure was staying at Sacha Lodge, a 5-star haven nestled in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Amazing help with our Galapagos planning
Reviewed By Adam - West Palm Beach, GL | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
I met Aaron on my first trip to Ecuador. We stayed in touch over the years and he helped me plan an amazing cruise to the Galapagos with Celebrity. His overall knowledge of the country is amazing and will come in handy for anyone wanting to spend time there beyond their cruise.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Great day around Quito
Reviewed By Margaret - Greenville, SC | Traveled to Quito ~ Ecuador ~ South America
We thoroughly enjoyed our private tour of Quito. We saw all the sites in a fun and efficient manner. Would HIGHLY recommend Aaron’s team!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Thanks Margaret, I am so happy we were able to get your tour for you last minute and that all went well. I look forward to working with you again then next time you are in South America.
Thanks Margaret, I am so happy we were able to get your tour for you last minute and that all went well. I look forward to working with you again then next time you are in South America.
Celebrity Xpedition and 12-day Ecuador extension
Reviewed By Marian C - Houston, TX | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
The trip was amazing and the service we received from Aaron with Ecuador Unlimited was top notch.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
So glad this trip lived up to your expectations Marian. Three plus weeks in Ecuador, you must have some stories to tell. I wish you the best in your future endeavors.
So glad this trip lived up to your expectations Marian. Three plus weeks in Ecuador, you must have some stories to tell. I wish you the best in your future endeavors.
Excellent service
Reviewed By Andraya - Minnesota | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Aaron did a fantastic job organizing a trip for our family, and was always responsive to emails ands texts. When our initial flight was cancelled, he stayed on top of our changing arrival time making sure our hotels and drivers were aware. Would definitely work with him again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Thanks for the kind words. Those flight delays into Ecuador were stressful I am sure. So glad you made it in time for you Galapagos trip. I look forward to assisting with any future travel to South America.
Thanks for the kind words. Those flight delays into Ecuador were stressful I am sure. So glad you made it in time for you Galapagos trip. I look forward to assisting with any future travel to South America.
Amazing Galapagos adventure
Reviewed By Andrea B - Salt Lake City, UT | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Thank you for the wonderful trip. It was everything we hoped for and more :) This was my first time working with a travel agent and you exceeded my expectations. Hopefully we can book with you again in the future.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hey Andrea, You were great to work with. I am glad we were able to make this trip a reality, especially on short notice. If you need assistance with other South American destinations, please get in touch.
Hey Andrea, You were great to work with. I am glad we were able to make this trip a reality, especially on short notice. If you need assistance with other South American destinations, please get in touch.
Galapagos Islands Diving & Ecuador Adventures
Reviewed By Ernie - Salt Lake City, UT | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
Aaron planned an incredible trip for us to the Galapagos. We ended up doing a land-based tour due to the limited availability of the live-aboards at the time. We especially loved our dive at Gordon Rocks.We visited a few spots on the mainland as well, and we really enjoyed the cloud forest.
Thanks for all your help!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Galapagos always seems to exceed visitors' expectations. So glad your diving was memorable. I hope to work with you on future South American adventures. It was an absolute pleasure planning this trip with you and your wife.
Galapagos always seems to exceed visitors' expectations. So glad your diving was memorable. I hope to work with you on future South American adventures. It was an absolute pleasure planning this trip with you and your wife.
An amazing experience in Ecuador
Reviewed By Jason B - Jefferson City, MO | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
We really enjoyed working with Aaron. We spent a few days in Ecuador and he helped us plan a short 4-day trip around the Andes. We especially loved Banos & Cotopaxi.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hi Jason. It was a pleasure assisting with your Ecuador plans. Hope to see you back some day.
Hi Jason. It was a pleasure assisting with your Ecuador plans. Hope to see you back some day.
My go to guy for Ecuador
Reviewed By David B - London, UK | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
Aaron has helped me organize several trips around Ecuador. Always great service and value!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Its always a pleasure having you in Ecuador. I am happy that you continue to use me for your travel needs.
Its always a pleasure having you in Ecuador. I am happy that you continue to use me for your travel needs.
Ecuador was even better than we expected!
Reviewed By Beth - Knoxville, TN | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
We just returned from a trip to Ecuador and the Galápagos Islands. Our trip was amazing! Aaron did a great job organizing and planning every step of the way! He communicated effectively and timely throughout the process and our experience when we arrived in Ecuador was even better than we expected! Amazingly beautiful country and people. We had difficulty with our flight back home to the states (which was arranged outside of our travel plans with Aaron) and he was still able to book us a last minute day trip to enjoy our unplanned added layover day. I can not say enough good things about my experience with this company . 100% recommend using Aaron and his company when planning a vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Thank you so much Beth. I really enjoyed helping your family plan the Galapagos cruise and the Ecuador excursions as well. Really happy to hear that your girls enjoyed the trip so much.
Thank you so much Beth. I really enjoyed helping your family plan the Galapagos cruise and the Ecuador excursions as well. Really happy to hear that your girls enjoyed the trip so much.
Excellent service, saved our Quito visit!
Reviewed By Oyi - Boston, MA | Traveled to Ecuador ~ South America
It was a pleasure to work with Aaron at Ecuador Unlimited. I contacted him last minute for help with planning tours in and around Quito. He linked us up with an amazing tour guide for tours of Quito, the equator and the cloud forest in Mindo. Highly recommend Aaron and Ecuador Unlimited.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
I am so happy you were able to get out to see Quito and the surrounding areas before your Galapagos trip. Let me know when you are ready to plan Machu Picchu or Antarctica.
I am so happy you were able to get out to see Quito and the surrounding areas before your Galapagos trip. Let me know when you are ready to plan Machu Picchu or Antarctica.
Trip of a lifetime.
Reviewed By Sean Carter - Gainesville, FL | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
My family and I had a trip of a lifetime. The Galapagos was everything we expected, and more! The wildlife you get to see is fantastic, and it's everywhere. The snorkeling is incredible. We will be returning for sure.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hi Sean, I am happy to hear you guys had an amazing trip. It was a pleasure to work with you. Look me up when you are ready to go to Machu Picchu :)
Hi Sean, I am happy to hear you guys had an amazing trip. It was a pleasure to work with you. Look me up when you are ready to go to Machu Picchu :)
Amazing Wildlife! 8 Day Cruise
Reviewed By Victor A. - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Galapagos Islands ~ Ecuador ~ South America
This was my first time at Ecuador, galapagos was more than I expected can't wait to go back , ecuador unlimited did a great job, thanks to Aaron for his help.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Aaron St. Clair responded:
Hi Victor, I am happy you enjoyed your trip. It was a pleasure assisting you and your wife with your trip to Ecuador.
Hi Victor, I am happy you enjoyed your trip. It was a pleasure assisting you and your wife with your trip to Ecuador.